Working Title: Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention Policy LeadJob Class: Human Services Program Representative 2Agency: Human Services Department
Job ID : 79378
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 : 08/15/2024
Closing Date : 08/27/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : Disability Services Division / Community Supports Administration
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am-4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
a) This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and TeleworkThe 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.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 Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) Policy Lead will provide Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) policy expertise and project coordination for implementation of a high quality, culturally and linguistically responsive, child and family centered EIDBI benefit for the medically necessary treatment of children with ASD and related conditions. Responsibilities include:
Develop strategies and resolve problems as they arise in the implementation, management, policy oversight and evaluation for delivery of the EIDBI benefit
Coordination of the EIDBI benefit with existing Medicaid State Plan, managed care, county-based purchasing, waiver services, and related services provided through MDH and MDE as well as with the research and learning collaborative component of the benefit
In collaboration with the Interagency ASD Team and EIDBI, coordinate and assure the development of EIDBI policies and standards of treatment including:
provider standards and qualifications, medical necessity eligibility criteria, protocols for prior authorization oftreatment, person-centered planning and coordination of care, progress monitoring and reauthorization of EIDBI services
Ensure that policies for coverage of this benefit have high standards, are clearly written, provide well-defined parameters and clear over-sight of the EIDBI benefit
Provide support, training and technical assistance related to the benefit regarding implementation and operations in order to assure that the EIDBI benefit is accessible for individuals who meet medical necessity criteria and need this level of intensive treatment
Ensure that benefit policies and procedures for access and ongoing treatment are clearly delineated
Minimum Qualification3 years professional experience in project management, policy development/implementation or quality assurance. Experience must demonstrate the following:
Knowledge of state and local community-based services for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related conditions
Program development, including integration of policy and standards of practice
Integration and application of information to develop procedures and protocols
Bachelor’s Degree in related field may substitute for 1 year of experiencePreferred Qualifications
Expertise in the field of health, education, and human services delivery systems, community-based resources as they relate to a pediatric population, and the medical and psycho-social needs of children and adolescents with ASD or other developmental disabilities
Leadership skills sufficient to establish project goals and expectations, anticipate problems, plan contingencies, work with ambiguity, evaluate results, provide focused feedback, direct work, and advise others
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.
