Human Services Program Consultant

State-of-Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits

Job summary

State of Ohio’s Developmental Disabilities - Central Office is hiring a Human Services Program Consultant in Columbus. You will assess eligibility for Medicaid and non‑Medicaid services, ensure registrations meet state and CMS requirements, and coordinate across agencies for timely processing of applications.

Responsibilities include coordinating approvals/denials, performing registry checks, and preparing reports.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science, health or pre-medicine or comparable field; 18 months of experience in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
• Or completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science or medicine-related or comparable field; 6 months of experience in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Act as program consultant on a statewide basis for reviewing and determining applicants’ eligibility for initial and renewal registration/certification as providers of Medicaid and non-Medicaid services.
• Implements policies and procedures in accordance with Ohio statutes, administrative rules, CMS regulations and Medicaid State Plan.
• Coordinate service delivery, notify applicants of approvals/denials, request additional data, conduct registry checks, review applications for completeness, and prepare/issue credentials.

Skills

Human Services

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Decision Making

Attention to Detail

Written and Verbal Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in social/behavioral science or health

Graduate core program in related field

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Human Services Program Consultant

Position Details

• Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Central Office
• Agency Contact Name and Information: khalikah blue, [e-mail]
• Work Location: 30 East Broad Street, 18th Floor, Columbus, Ohio, 43215, United States
• Compensation: $32.69
• Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
• Work Hours: 8am-5pm
• Classified Indicator: Classified
• Union: 1199
• Primary Job Skill: Human Services

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:

• Inclusion
• Partnership
• Respect

What You'll Do

Actas program consultant on a statewide basis for reviewing & determiningapplicants’ eligibility for initial & renewal registration/certification asproviders of Medicaid & non-Medicaid services: Ensures applicants meet initial standards forprovider registration/certification (i.e., home & community-based services(HCBS) waivers, Superintendent, investigative agent, early intervention &state-funded supported living); evaluates, processes & monitorsapplications & status of certification & registration for programareas. Implements policies & procedures in accordance with Ohio statutes,administrative rules, regulations mandated by Centers for Medicare &Medicaid Services (CMS) & the Medicaid State Plan. Implements program rules& procedures (e.g., ensures application process & requireddocumentation are complete & properly submitted to meet registration &certification requirements, reviews & interprets criminal records checksfrom the Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation (BCII) to determinewhether applicant meets the required standard specification as identified indepartmental rules).

Provides coordination of service delivery (e.g., notifiesapplicant of approval or denial of application, requests additional &/orrequired data/information for application processing in accordance withestablished rules; utilizes varioussearches to conduct registry checks required through Ohio Administrative Code5123-2-02; reviews applications through the Provider Services Management (PSM),the Universal Document System (UDS), SharePoint & other workflow softwareas needed, for completeness & accuracy; coordinates with agencies &applicants to obtain additional information, makes limited, specific changes onapplications as appropriate & properly documented, independently answerscomplex correspondence, evaluates applicants’ credentials for certifications& registrations, distributes completed applications & credentials &coordinates with Division of Information Technology Services (ITS) to ensureemployee certification system databases are properly functioning, providestechnical assistance on needed requirements/documentation; works with the OhioDepartment of Medicaid (ODM) on obtaining Medicaid provider numbers for finalenrollment as Medicaid provider; utilizes databases to add & deleterecords, monitor status of applications & generate reports. Responds toinquiries from internal & external entities regardingverification/modification to registration & certification; developsprocedures for follow-up activities to ensure completion of cases/outstandingapplications. Represents the departmentin 119 appeal hearing for proposed denial, suspension or revocation of resistration or certification.

Providestechnical assistance, monitors & evaluates through standards & compliancewith Medicaid State Plan & assists in assessing & planning coordinationof service delivery. Implementscertification & registration program policies; researches & coordinateswith other offices & agencies to gather data (e.g., number of applicationsprocessed, fees collected); creates feedback criteria & forms, & disseminatessame to County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (DD), receives completedforms, incorporates data in report form & uses data to refine certification& registration processing policy.

Providestechnical assistance & training to service providers (e.g., instructsindividuals & groups on policies, procedures & certification &registration processes). Conductsin-service training seminars.

Maintains& updates files of approved courses & seminars from colleges, universities,& other providers as they relate to certification & registration; correspondswith same for information pertinent to registration & certification criteria;approves continuing professional development required for renewal of registration& certification.

Performsclerical functions of position (e.g., files documents, stuffs envelopes &mass mails correspondence). Performsother duties as assigned within the scope of classification.

Additional Information

Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Terry Penn at [e-mail]

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science, health or pre-medicine or comparable field 18 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.

-Or completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science or medicine-related or comparable field 6 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Human Services, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Decision Making, Attention to Detail, Written and Verbal Communication

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.