Limited Duration Program Technician 1115 Medicaid

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Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

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THIS WORK MATTERS!

This role will administer the 1115 Medicaid Waiver Housing benefit program for clients who are receiving case management services from the County IDDSD Program or going through the IDDSD intake process. The purpose of this role is to administer the benefit program for IDD eligible clients through network coordination technical assistance quality assurance and program analysis. This is a limited-duration position that is scheduled to end on 08/31/2027 but can end at any time.

As the Limited Duration Program Technician 1115 Medicaid other duties will include:

• Execute program administrative and operational needs specific to the 1115 Medicaid Waiver Housing Benefit; monitor and enforce program compliance for all applicants

• Responsible for evaluation of qualification assignment of funds and implementation and/or the coordination of Medicaid 1115 Housing program activities

• Act as a liaison between multiple service providers community-based organizations and additional partners ensuring effective communication and updates to relevant parties

• Utilize specialized systems (e.g. UniteUS Velma MMIS) for documenting actions monitoring eligibility and progress and tracking client applications approvals and expenditures; documenting and monitoring actions taken on behalf of the IDDSD Program for Medicaid billable reimbursement

• Collaborate with and share resources with other County Closed Loop Referral providers

• Coordinate with stakeholders regarding overall program capacity for the County and external providers

• Develop informational resources and materials; arrange and publicize meetings; schedule speakers; conduct workshops and training internallyand/or to community groups

• Attend or create/lead meetings workshops and training sessions

• Work directly with County and community partners landlords utility companies and clients (and their families) to problem-solve any technical issues payment errors or other barriers to accessing this benefit program

• Support Program planning and documentation for a complex and highly visible Medicaid benefit program

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Department of County Human Services (DHCS) employee you will create a work culture of respect trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations of the Department of County Human Services in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the Countys attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled as required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

Education/Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of an Associate Degree from an credit college or university. Additional coursework in social science business or public administration statistics computer science or related field in desirable; And

• Three (3) years of clerical office experience

• Ability to promote a culture of respect inclusiveness and appreciation of diverse perspectives backgrounds and values

• Must pass a criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING & EVALUATION:

REQUIRED:

Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meet minimum qualifications; AND

2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following:

• Demonstrate your experience working with diverse vulnerable populations; and

• How do you meet the qualifications for this position;

• Why you are interested in the position

Note: The application resume and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.

-- Only apply ONCE for this opportunity. Duplicate applications CANNOT be submitted on Workday. --

• Internal applicant: If you are an internal candidate (current employee including on-call regular probationary limited duration and temporary employee) your job application will consist of the career profile that you complete on Workday. Before you apply please make sure to do the following:

  • Navigate to your profile in Workday (see: My Career Profile) and click on the Career section of your profile. Complete all sections of your career profile that you want to have included in your application (Job History Education Skills Languages Certifications etc.).

  • When completing the application on Workday as an internal candidate you will need to scroll down to see the Resume/Cover Letter section on your screen. This is the place where you may upload your resume and cover letter by clicking the Upload button for EACH document youd like to upload. There will be no other prompts for you to upload your resume and cover letter.

• External applicant: When completing the application on Workday as an external candidate (including volunteers unpaid interns contractors and community partners) through you will come to a page where you will see the Resume/CV section. This is the place where you may upload your resume and cover letter by clicking the Upload button for EACH document youd like to upload. There will be no other prompts for you to upload your resume and cover letter.

• Do not click the Submit button before you upload your documents.

After You Apply:

• Please save a copy of this job posting for your reference as it will not be available for you to view online after the job posting closes.

• Log in to your Workday account before the job posting closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions to complete. These can be found under the My Applications section. You must complete these tasks or actions before the job posting closes.

• Check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• Resume and Cover Letter Review

• Phone screen

• Consideration of top candidates

• Language assessment

• Background reference

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Routine Telework: This position is designated as routine telework meaning you will be working remotely (from home); a hybrid schedule also is available. As with all routine telework positions employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is Five Oak 209 SW 4th Ave Portland Or 97209

Serving the Public Even During Disasters

Everyday Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather natural disaster or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses while typically there begins with a call for volunteers county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

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Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

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