Medical Certification Supervisor

Nunez Community College; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHSC Loan Repayment

NHSC site designation

Job summary

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Medical Certification Supervisor in Monroe, LA. The role supports the Medical Certification Manager and oversees regional operations, including fiscal, eligibility, and clinical certification processes.

The position offers opportunities within a NHSC-designated site, with potential loan repayment benefits. Appointment may include various civil service transfer and detail options, and the work location is at

Qualifications

• Louisiana license in health services field required with 4+ years in admin roles.
• Bachelor's degree in related field with 4+ years in admin roles.
• Master's degree in health services or related field with 3+ years in admin roles.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages daily operations of regional developmental disability programs and medical certification functions.
• Supervises staff including Community Services Supervisor, Medical Certification Specialists, Community Support Professionals, and Administrative Coordinator; oversees eligibility, certification and service authorization.
• Ensures compliance with CMS, Medicaid, and state regulatory requirements.
• Oversees program operations including Individual & Family Support, Flexible Family Fund, Act 421/TEFRA, PASRR, ICF/IID.
• Monitors contracts and fiscal accountability; oversees data systems and reporting.
• Provides technical assistance and training to supervisory staff.
• Participates in meetings and training; conducts performance evaluations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Louisiana license in health services field

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in health services

Job description

NORTHEAST DELTA HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORITY MISSION:

Serve as a catalyst for individuals with mental health, developmental disabilities, and addictive disorders to help them realize their full human potential by offering quality, excellent care with greater accessibility.

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Medical Certification Supervisor, to assist the Medical Certification Manager (DD Director) and assume full operational responsibility for regional office functions in the absence of the Medical Certification Manager, including delegated administrative, fiscal, programmatic, and eligibility-related authority within established policy and regulatory requirements.

The incumbent will provide oversight of fiscal operations, program performance, eligibility systems, and medical certification functions; direct and coordinate multiple statewide programs and operational functions, including Individual & Family Support, Flexible Family Fund (FFF), Systems Entry, Early Steps coordination, PASRR, Act 421, ICF/IID, LDH Custody, Urgent Triage, contracts, eligibility determination processes, and medical certification operations. The incumbent will also provide technical guidance to Community Services and Medical Certification staff and supervisors.

Qualifications:

• A current Louisiana license in a health services field, health regulation field, or social services field plus four years of experience in hospital or nursing home administration, health services, health regulation, or social services;


• A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in hospital or nursing home administration, health services, health regulation, or social services;


• A master's degree in a health services field, health regulation field, or a social services field plus three years of experience in hospital or nursing home administration, health services, health regulation, or social services.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job duties:

• Directs and manages daily operations of regional developmental disability programs and medical certification functions.


• Supervises Community Services Supervisor, Medical Certification Specialists, Community Support Professionals, and Administrative Coordinator. Provides oversight of eligibility, certification, and service authorization processes.


• Ensures compliance with CMS, Medicaid, and state regulatory requirements.


• Oversees Individual & Family Support, Flexible Family Fund (FFF), Act 421/TEFRA, PASRR, and ICF/IID program operations.


• Monitors contracts for Psychological Services and Community Services Assistant.


• Reviews and approves program expenditures and ensures fiscal accountability. Monitors data systems, reporting, and program performance metrics.


• Provides technical assistance and training to supervisory and professional staff.


• Participates in management meetings, staff meetings, and training activities.


• Conducts performance evaluations and recommends personnel actions.


• Approves leave, travel, and administrative requests. Interviews and participates in the selection of staff.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, Demotion, Lateral Transfer, or Detail to Special Duty

Location: Developmental Disabilities Office (2324 Armand Connector, Monroe, LA 71201)

Compensation: NEDHSA is a designated approved National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site. Clinicians who work at NHSC-approved sites are eligible to apply to the NHSC Loan Repayment Program to pay off student loans.

• 2-year Full-Time Clinical Practice: NHSC will pay up to $50,000* for an initial 2 years of full-time clinical practice to clinicians.

(Full-time clinical practice is defined as no less than 40 hours per week, for a minimum of 45 weeks per year.)

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Ms. Janesia Raybon, MPA

Human Resources Director

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority

2513 Ferrand Street

Monroe, LA 71201

318-362-4237 (office)

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.