Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Waiver Services Specialist - North Platte
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, North Platte, Nebraska, United States, 69101
Waiver Services Specialist - North Platte
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We are committed to helping others live independently with dignity. If you have experience in human services, education, health care, or disability case management, and a valid driver’s license, you can apply to join us as a Waiver Services Specialist, delivering hope and essential support to those who depend on it every day.
What We Offer
156% State-Matched Retirement Plan
13 Paid Holidays + Generous Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
79% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
Ongoing Career Growth Opportunities
Responsibilities As a Waiver Services Specialist, you’ll play a key role in connecting individuals with the support they need to thrive. Working under limited supervision, you’ll assess funding needs for developmental disability services and determine eligibility for Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waivers. Your work will include conducting assessments, reviewing documentation and records, and making informed decisions for individuals who are aged, meet Social Security disability criteria, or have intellectual or developmental disabilities. You’ll also participate in informal dispute resolution meetings or appeal hearings related to eligibility decisions.
Job Duties
Review applications and medical documentation to determine eligibility for waiver services.
Perform initial and renewal Level of Care (LOC) assessments with accuracy and attention to detail.
Guide applicants, families, and providers through requirements and next steps with clarity and support.
Participate in appeals or dispute hearings, advocating with professionalism and empathy.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation while efficiently managing multiple cases.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, health/medical, long-term care, gerontology, rehabilitation, health/disability case management, or children with special health care needs—or any equivalent combination of education and experience considered on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in healthcare, long-term care, disability services, or completing assessment. Familiarity with medical terminology and Medicaid waiver services.
Other:
Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA)
Strong knowledge of Medicaid Waiver programs, Level of Care (LOC) criteria, and services for individuals with disabilities, older adults, and those with special health care needs.
Understanding of medical terminology, healthcare systems, and state/federal regulations related to eligibility and assessments.
Skilled in reviewing documentation, conducting assessments, and making accurate, timely eligibility decisions.
Effective communication skills to explain complex information clearly and work with individuals, families, and service providers.
Proficient in using systems like Excel, Word, and Outlook for documentation and data management.
Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
Demonstrated empathy, professionalism, and discretion when working with vulnerable populations and handling sensitive information.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate complex cases and apply policy accurately.
Team-oriented with the ability to work independently and adapt to changing policies and procedures.
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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Waiver Services Specialist - North Platte
role at
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services .
We are committed to helping others live independently with dignity. If you have experience in human services, education, health care, or disability case management, and a valid driver’s license, you can apply to join us as a Waiver Services Specialist, delivering hope and essential support to those who depend on it every day.
What We Offer
156% State-Matched Retirement Plan
13 Paid Holidays + Generous Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
79% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
Ongoing Career Growth Opportunities
Responsibilities As a Waiver Services Specialist, you’ll play a key role in connecting individuals with the support they need to thrive. Working under limited supervision, you’ll assess funding needs for developmental disability services and determine eligibility for Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waivers. Your work will include conducting assessments, reviewing documentation and records, and making informed decisions for individuals who are aged, meet Social Security disability criteria, or have intellectual or developmental disabilities. You’ll also participate in informal dispute resolution meetings or appeal hearings related to eligibility decisions.
Job Duties
Review applications and medical documentation to determine eligibility for waiver services.
Perform initial and renewal Level of Care (LOC) assessments with accuracy and attention to detail.
Guide applicants, families, and providers through requirements and next steps with clarity and support.
Participate in appeals or dispute hearings, advocating with professionalism and empathy.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation while efficiently managing multiple cases.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, health/medical, long-term care, gerontology, rehabilitation, health/disability case management, or children with special health care needs—or any equivalent combination of education and experience considered on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in healthcare, long-term care, disability services, or completing assessment. Familiarity with medical terminology and Medicaid waiver services.
Other:
Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA)
Strong knowledge of Medicaid Waiver programs, Level of Care (LOC) criteria, and services for individuals with disabilities, older adults, and those with special health care needs.
Understanding of medical terminology, healthcare systems, and state/federal regulations related to eligibility and assessments.
Skilled in reviewing documentation, conducting assessments, and making accurate, timely eligibility decisions.
Effective communication skills to explain complex information clearly and work with individuals, families, and service providers.
Proficient in using systems like Excel, Word, and Outlook for documentation and data management.
Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
Demonstrated empathy, professionalism, and discretion when working with vulnerable populations and handling sensitive information.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate complex cases and apply policy accurately.
Team-oriented with the ability to work independently and adapt to changing policies and procedures.
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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