Planning List Administrator - Region 5 Field Office

State of Georgia; United States; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a Planning List Administrator for Region 5 Field Office. This field-based role supports NOW/COMP waiver processes and coordinates Medicaid-related services across multiple Georgia counties.

After an initial 30 days of on-site training, the position moves to remote work. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 2+ years' experience in social services, with knowledge of Medicaid waivers and DBHDD policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of job-related experience.
• Preferred knowledge of Medicaid waivers and DBHDD I/DD services.
• Ability to work with and without daily supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists people prioritized for NOW/COMP waiver with waiver service entry documentation.
• Maintains knowledge of local resources for non-waiver supports.
• Communicates with individuals and families to gather information and assess needs.
• Participates in regional planning list meetings to support teammates.
• Assists with Medicaid application processes for waiver recipients.
• Helps individuals choose service providers by providing information and arranging meetings.

Skills

Spanish fluency

IDD/Medicaid waivers experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Job Title

Planning List Administrator - Region 5 Field Office

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID

JR0000001246

Shift

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details

BASED ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Workplace

1915 Eisenhower Dr. Savannah, Ga. 31406

Hybrid or Remote

The selected candidate will be required to be present in person for the first 30 days for training. After the 30 days are up, the position will move to Remote.

Travel

50% throughout the state

Job Summary

The candidate chosen for this position will perform the duties listed below in multiple counties in Georgia. The position is field based, with supervision from the Regional Field Office.

• Assists people who have been prioritized for a NOW or COMP waiver with the waiver service entry process. Complete required documentation necessary for waiver service entry.
• Maintain knowledge of local resources for people who have support needs that cannot or should not be funded through the NOW or COMP waivers.
• Communicates with individuals in a manner appropriate to the individual's abilities to gather required information; communicates with families and other authorized parties to obtain information necessary to maintain awareness of changing circumstances, current level of need, and specific support needs.
• Participates in regional planning list meetings to support other team members and improve knowledge.
• Assist individuals who are moving into waiver services their families with the Medicaid application process to the degree necessary.
• Assist individuals with IDD to choose service providers by providing information on providers, facilitating meetings with potential providers, or scheduling provider fairs as warranted.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of community resources and maintains a network of community contacts; uses this knowledge to educate and advise families and providers/caregivers, and make necessary referrals for non-waiver supports.
• Maintains close contact with those on the planning list who have significant health needs and assist these individuals and their families to get all support available through the Medicaid state plan.
• Complies with HIPAA and all DBHDD policies regarding confidentiality of protected health information.
• Reports concerns of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or immediate risk to an individual as required by policy.
• Assist with State Service Coordination tasks as needed.

Preferred Qualifications - External

• Experience with or knowledge of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, Medicaid waivers, and DBHDD I/DD services; experience working successfully without daily contact with a supervisor.
• Spanish fluency.

Employment Requirements

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia. The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care: Drug Screening TB Evaluation Annual Influenza* *Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Social Svcs Prgm Coord 1 (SSP030) or position equivalent. --Note: Some positions require eligibility for licensure.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Employer Information

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.

For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/.