Social & Community Service Coordinator II (HCA/DDSD #15154)
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$23.07 - $36.91 Hourly$47,989 - $76,782 AnnuallyThis position is a Pay Band 65Posting DetailsThis job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once. Our Vision

• Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

• We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

• Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.
• Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.
• Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.
• Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness.

Why does the job exist?The Social & Community Service Coordinator II will:

• Provide technical assistance to Case Managers, Providers, and Therapists regarding the Regulations, Service Standards, and Policies and Procedures for the Developmental Disabilities Waiver services and programs;
• Complete home and site visits and participating in regional and statewide meetings;
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings to include assisting the team with problem solving and mediating conflict resolution within the team;
• Monitor service provider compliance and follow-up on activities in the Albuquerque Metro Region;
• Provide the state's obligation to meet the Final Rule requirements and transition deadlines set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

How does it get done?The Social & Community Service Coordinator II is responsible for;

• Monitoring Individual Service Plans and follow-up to Division of Health Improvement incident management investigations;
• Monitoring provider compliance with approved provider agreements based on the Health Care Authority/ Developmental Disabilities Support Division (HCA/DDSD) Developmental Disabilities Waiver Standards and Regulations including HCA/DDSD policies.

Who are the customers?

• Providers;
• Case Managers;
• Individuals served;
• Guardians;
• Family members.

Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate has:

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, knowledge of the Medicaid system specifically pertaining to home and community-based service programs as well as experience conducting case file reviews.

Minimum QualificationBachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology and/or Family Studies/Services and two (2) years of any combination of experience including working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, behavioral health and/or health care. Substitutions apply. See Substitution Table below. Substitution TableThese combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position: Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 6 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 6 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 4 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 6 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience4 Master's degree or higher in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 0 years of experience•Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position. •If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of semester hours in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.Employment RequirementsMust possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course Certificate as a condition of continued employment within 45 days of employment. Travel may be required with some occasional overnight stays. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Working ConditionsOffice setting with extensive use of personal computer, telephone, fax, copier and other related office equipment that involves sitting, standing, bending, reaching, etc. to include lifting up to 30 pounds. Supplemental InformationDo you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Linda Clark, Assistant Regional Director, (505) ###-####. Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.Bargaining Unit PositionThis position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.