Transition Diversion Coordinator Preadmissions Screening Specialist
Transition Diversion Coordinator Preadmissions Screening Specialist
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
04/04/2025Application Deadline:
04/20/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4622 $7070Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Transition & Diversion Coordinator (Preadmissions Screening Specialist)Job Description:
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by ourEquity North Starand our vision for a positiveRiSE organizational culturethat advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups women individuals with disabilities veterans LGBTQIA2S community members and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS!
Do you want the opportunity to match the needs of people in the community with available federal state and local programs or other resources to meet those needs Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that supports the elderly people with disabilities and communities Then we want to hear from you!
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
The purpose of this position is to provide various types of services related to Diversion and Transition through the Home and Community Based Care waivered programs.
Diversion services are provided to prevent a person from becoming a longterm resident of a nursing facility prior to Medicaid funding covering the cost of care.
Diversion can begin prior to nursing facility placement while a person is receiving skilled nursing facility care or is residing in an acute care hospital.
A person residing in a nursing facility with Medicaid funding covering the cost of care is eligible for Transition services. These services may be provided to enable a client to move from the nursing facility into a Home and Community Based Care (HCBC) setting.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position will usually work a standard work week. Some irregular hours may be encountered as a result of client needs. Day travel will be regularly required within the service area;some overnight travel may be required for training.This position requires a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record. It is necessary to visit nursing facilities Community Based Care (HCBC) setting and hospitals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Six 6 months of experience providing services to persons who are elderly or disabled;
AND
Training and experience which shows knowledge of at least four 4 of the areas listed:
1 Medical and psychosocial problems of the elderly and disabled.
2 Normal and abnormal human development and behavior.
3 Appropriate intervention methods for the elderly and disabled.
4 Medical terminology and procedures.
5 Implications of illness or injury upon clients and families.
6 State and Federal rules about longterm care medical services and clients rights.
7 Policies and procedures about agency programs.
8 Available community resources.
9 Crisis intervention counseling being an advocate community relationships and/or referral methods.
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:
Experience with managing services for individuals
Ability to work in a fastpaced environment with a constant and everchanging work environment
Experience with understanding and implementing policies and procedures
Experience making critical decisions using creative solutions and resolve problems using independent judgement
Experience gathering information from customer to help determine the type of services to meet the needs of the customer
Experience working within a team as well as individually
Application instructions & requirements
Your work history profile cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.
Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Please make sure your application materials resume and job history are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
If you are not a current State of Oregon employee view this application instructional video.
After you submit your application you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments examinations and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
BACKGROUND CHECKS and REQUIREMENTS
If selected as a finalist we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use EVerify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
BENEFITS
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE
Veterans preference:
GENERAL INFORMATION
This is a permanent fulltime position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
CONTACT
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) application questions or jobspecific questions at .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
