Intern - Developmental Disabilities Admin Support (Spring)

State of South Dakota; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

State of South Dakota's Department of Human Services – Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Developmental Disabilities Admin Support Intern in Pierre, SD. The internship provides exposure to Medicaid Waivers and administrative processes within a public service agency.

Applicants must be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in the upcoming semester (or immediately preceding). A strong interest in public service and attention to detail are valued as you support waiver

Qualifications

• Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in upcoming semester or in the immediately preceding semester.
• Completion of one year (nine months) of their chosen program by start is preferred.
• Preference may be given to South Dakota residents and students of SD institutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative duties in managing waivers and quality assurance to ensure providers adhere to HCBS Rules and Administrative Rules of South Dakota.
• Assist in determining eligibility, authorizations, file reviews and providing technical assistance.
• Perform general administrative tasks as needed.

Job description

Session: Spring (January - May)

Position Title: Developmental Disabilities Admin Support Intern

Hiring Manager: Lesley Farmen

Agency: Department of Human Services - Division of Developmental Disabilities

Location: Pierre, SD

Minimum Salary: $18.83

• APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER.

Position Description

The South Dakota Department of Human Services encompasses a broad field dedicated to offering services that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. Our programs promote independence and inclusion through person-centered services. DHS comes together with the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

DHS strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

The DDD intern will participate in projects to assist the Division of Developmental Disabilities teams that manages two Medicaid Waivers. Responsibilities may include assisting with administrative duties in managing waivers or quality assurance to ensure providers are adhering to federal HCBS Rules and Administrative Rules of South Dakota. Some duties may include assisting in determining eligibility, authorizations, file reviews and providing technical assistance. Other duties may involve administrative tasks or other tasks as needed.

Course work in sociology, human services, nursing or related field may be beneficial, but not required.

Qualifications

Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program.

All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions.

Apply at: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=4FZ

• Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

Telephone: [phone]

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"