Waiver Policy Lead / Human Services Program Consultant

Working Title: Waiver Policy LeadJob Class: Human Services Program ConsultantAgency: Human Services Department

Job ID : 80321

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 09/18/2024

Closing Date : 10/01/2024

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

Division/Unit : Aging and Disability Services /Disability Services

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day shift, 8:00am-4:30pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

This team is currently Teleworking; however, this may change in the future with noticeThe Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.The Waiver Policy Lead coordinates the management all federal quality assurance (QA) compliance reporting across the Disability Service Division's four home and community-based services (HCBS) waiver programs (Bl, CAC, CADI, DD) serving upwards of 41,800 Minnesotans.Primary responsibilities include:

Assessing and interpreting federal compliance requirements

Researching and developing federal reporting measures

Developing state policy and local agency protocols to support compliance reporting

Collecting, statistically analyzing, and summarizing complex and multi-faceted QA data to meet reporting requirements

Writing annual and 5-year federal compliance reports and follow-up responses for the division's Bl, CAC, CADI, and DD disability waiver programs

Writing federal QA submission and follow-up responses supporting amendments and 5-year renewals

Preparing draft responses to federal QA program directives and corrective action orders

Independently or with project teams, developing and designing strategic solutions

Proposing and coordinating the implementation of complex, multi-faceted systems change to support compliance initiatives and QA objectives

Working across administrations in developing consistent responses for companion HCBS Elderly Waiver and Alternative Care programs

The scope of the responsibilities reaches across the Aging and Disability Services Administration and the Health Care Administration (HCA) and to divisions in other administrations which license and oversee benefits and services to people with disabilities.Minimum Qualifications3 years of specialized professional experience interpreting federal and state laws and regulations governing state and federal health care program eligibility requirements. Experience must include:

Thorough knowledge of Long-Term Care programs and eligibility for public financing parameters and procedures

Knowledge of Minnesota's legislative processes, document formats and accepted procedures for introducing and supporting proposed legislation

Understanding of Minnesota's health care systems, health care provider roles and responsibilities, and financing alternatives

Preferred Qualifications

Communicate clearly and effectively in public situations

Present in front of large groups of people, including colleagues, business partners, and stakeholders

Translate technical policy language into understandable terms for listeners

Draft and support technical documents, i.e., bulletins, statutes, rules, budget documents, and reports

Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or cultures

Additional RequirementsTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.