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Rehabilitation Program Specialist 2
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life. Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support: Inclusion Partnership Respect Job Duties: Coordinates & reviews on a statewide basis, rehabilitation &/or habilitation programs for licensed facilities, providers certified under Home & Community-Based Service (HCBS) Waiver, providers certified as Supported Living Providers & accreditation reviews of County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (DD); monitors & implements standards to ensure compliance with federal & state regulations; conducts reviews in accordance with the department's quality framework - includes on-site reviews of facilities, interviews with individuals, guardians, provider & county board staff, review of records, documentation & billing of services to identify areas where individuals achieve positive outcomes, where improvement of services is indicated & to ensure that licensed/certified providers & county boards maintain licensing/certification &/or accreditation standards in accordance with applicable federal & state statutes, administrative rules, regulations & procedures. Prepares & coordinates responses to inquiries &/or complaints which may arise. Develops & writes reports in accordance with office procedures; procures federal dollars prepares correspondence to document, explain & implement programs. Evaluates delivery of services provided by County Boards of DD. Advises providers & county boards on matters related to interpretation & implementation of applicable rules & regulations. Provides technical assistance to county board & providers on all aspects of compliance, quality assurance & accreditation. Represents department in training sessions & conferences to exchange & communicate relevant information to improve licensure, certification & accreditation process. Performs other duties as assigned. Why Work for the State of Ohio: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) Qualifications: Graduate degree in a human service area (i.e., rehabilitation counseling, special education, guidance & counseling, psychology, social work, child & family community services) as required by an accredited college or university -Or a graduate degree that leads to licensure as a licensed professional counselor by the Ohio Counselor & Social Worker Board. -Or completion of graduate degree in other related vocational rehabilitation areas (e.g., rehabilitation management/administration from an accredited college or university). -Or completion of graduate field of study in human services area (i.e., same examples as cited previously) as required by accredited college or university; 12 mos. exp. as Rehabilitation Program Specialist 1, 69731. -Or in Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services only, licensed, certified, or registered clinical professional per OAC 5122-21-03 (E) Personnel Requirements (2). -Or in Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities only, 4 yrs. exp. in private or governmental agency responsible for habilitative &/or rehabilitative programs development in developmental disabilities (i.e., working with individuals with developmental disabilities); bachelor's degree in professional human services field (e.g., psychology, education, anthropology) in accordance with provisions of 42 CFR 483.430(b)(5)(x) & interpretive guidelines issued by centers for Medicaid & Medicare services. Job Skills: Counseling and Rehabilitation Technical Skills: Compliance Enforcement, Communications Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Time Management Supplemental Information: No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications. Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC. The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Terry Penn at 614-466-2508 or by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@. ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace: The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life. Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support: Inclusion Partnership Respect Job Duties: Coordinates & reviews on a statewide basis, rehabilitation &/or habilitation programs for licensed facilities, providers certified under Home & Community-Based Service (HCBS) Waiver, providers certified as Supported Living Providers & accreditation reviews of County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (DD); monitors & implements standards to ensure compliance with federal & state regulations; conducts reviews in accordance with the department's quality framework - includes on-site reviews of facilities, interviews with individuals, guardians, provider & county board staff, review of records, documentation & billing of services to identify areas where individuals achieve positive outcomes, where improvement of services is indicated & to ensure that licensed/certified providers & county boards maintain licensing/certification &/or accreditation standards in accordance with applicable federal & state statutes, administrative rules, regulations & procedures. Prepares & coordinates responses to inquiries &/or complaints which may arise. Develops & writes reports in accordance with office procedures; procures federal dollars prepares correspondence to document, explain & implement programs. Evaluates delivery of services provided by County Boards of DD. Advises providers & county boards on matters related to interpretation & implementation of applicable rules & regulations. Provides technical assistance to county board & providers on all aspects of compliance, quality assurance & accreditation. Represents department in training sessions & conferences to exchange & communicate relevant information to improve licensure, certification & accreditation process. Performs other duties as assigned. Why Work for the State of Ohio: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) Qualifications: Graduate degree in a human service area (i.e., rehabilitation counseling, special education, guidance & counseling, psychology, social work, child & family community services) as required by an accredited college or university -Or a graduate degree that leads to licensure as a licensed professional counselor by the Ohio Counselor & Social Worker Board. -Or completion of graduate degree in other related vocational rehabilitation areas (e.g., rehabilitation management/administration from an accredited college or university). -Or completion of graduate field of study in human services area (i.e., same examples as cited previously) as required by accredited college or university; 12 mos. exp. as Rehabilitation Program Specialist 1, 69731. -Or in Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services only, licensed, certified, or registered clinical professional per OAC 5122-21-03 (E) Personnel Requirements (2). -Or in Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities only, 4 yrs. exp. in private or governmental agency responsible for habilitative &/or rehabilitative programs development in developmental disabilities (i.e., working with individuals with developmental disabilities); bachelor's degree in professional human services field (e.g., psychology, education, anthropology) in accordance with provisions of 42 CFR 483.430(b)(5)(x) & interpretive guidelines issued by centers for Medicaid & Medicare services. Job Skills: Counseling and Rehabilitation Technical Skills: Compliance Enforcement, Communications Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Time Management Supplemental Information: No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications. Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC. The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Terry Penn at 614-466-2508 or by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@. ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace: The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.