IDD PES Program Specialist IV — Telework Eligible

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Program Specialist IV for the IDD PES program in Austin. The role involves complex consultative work, eligibility determinations, and collaboration with LIDDA, CLASS, and CFC Non-Waiver partners to ensure compliant service delivery.

Responsibilities include conducting IPC/LOC reviews, developing tools, training staff, and coordinating with cross-agency teams to implement program initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience with Medicaid services for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Experience interpreting policies and procedures is preferred.
• Experience with eligibility criteria for the 1915c Waiver programs, ICFs/SSLCs, or CFC Non-Waiver program is preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental or related conditions required.
• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a degree in human services or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provides highly complex consultative and technical assistance to HHSC staff, LIDDA staff, and stakeholders.
• Oversees IPC/LOC eligibility determinations and enrollment activities.
• Develops and revises review tools and protocols to meet program goals.
• Leads prioritization of work and assigns tasks during supervisor absence.
• Coordinates cross-agency workgroups to analyze and implement program initiatives.

Skills

QIDP licensure

Public speaking

Policy interpretation

Multitasking

Data analysis

Education

Human services degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Program Specialist IV for the IDD PES program in Austin. The role involves complex consultative work, eligibility determinations, and collaboration with LIDDA, CLASS, and CFC Non-Waiver partners to ensure compliant service delivery.

Responsibilities include conducting IPC/LOC reviews, developing tools, training staff, and coordinating with cross-agency teams to implement program initiatives.