LON Lead & Program Specialist (Remote)

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Texas seeks a Program Specialist VI/LON Lead to oversee IPC and LOC/ LON determinations, lead reviewers, and provide technical assistance to HHSC staff and providers. The role supports hearings and testimony when needed.

The position emphasizes compliance with HHSC rules, collaboration with IDD services, and cross‑unit coordination, with telework eligibility noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• QIDP certification required per 42 CFR 483.430(a).
• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field.
• Experience with persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of utilization review and waiver programs (HCS/TxHmL/CLASS/DBMD/ICF-ID).

Responsibilities

• Review IPC and LON submissions for accuracy and trends.
• Lead Level of Need staff and provide guidance.
• Prepare hearing packets and support hearings.
• Educate external and internal stakeholders on LON processes.
• Ensure compliance with program rules and policies.

Skills

Public speaking

Testifying

Communication

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Education

QIDP certification

Bachelor's degree in human services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Texas seeks a Program Specialist VI/LON Lead to oversee IPC and LOC/ LON determinations, lead reviewers, and provide technical assistance to HHSC staff and providers. The role supports hearings and testimony when needed.

The position emphasizes compliance with HHSC rules, collaboration with IDD services, and cross‑unit coordination, with telework eligibility noted in the posting.