Community Care Wkr IV

$3,095 - $4,594/Yr

Texas Health & Human Services Commission - Tyler, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Tyler, TX

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, and explains Medicaid 1115 Waiver programs to applicants and members and authorizes services, such as approval and denial of waiver services.
• Assists with management of the interest list activities, which includes confirming contact information is accurate, mailing enrollment packets, and making follow-up contacts as needed.
• Provides administrative assistance to the supervisor, which may include serving as acting supervisor, assisting in conducting staff meetings, and monitoring worker activity.
• Provides leadership, policy interpretation, and coordination for activities related to transitioning individuals from the nursing home to the community.
• Monitors and tracks services provided by contract agencies to measure the effect of services delivered and to detect any problems.
• Handles continuum of care issues related to Long Term Services and Supports for Medicaid 1115 Waiver members.
• Assists Medicaid 1115 Waiver members who have been denied services to file a fair hearing with the state.
• Completes reports to monitor program operations, researching and resolving errors in enrollment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with Medicaid 1115 Waiver programs.
• Knowledge of Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) and Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities (MEPD) services.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous time off benefits.
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement.