Mi Via Waiver Consultant/Education Specialist

University of New Mexico
Monthly: $3,657.33 To $4,901.87
life insurance, remote work
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map)
Dec 21, 2024
Requisition ID req30725 Working Title Mi Via Waiver Consultant/Education Specialist Position Grade 11 Position Summary *Candidates who reside in the Southeast Region of New Mexico are strongly encouraged to apply.* The Center for Development and Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is New Mexico's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. These centers, authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, build the capacities of states and communities to respond to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The CDD Family and Community Partnerships Division is seeking to hire an experienced professional to provide education and support coordination to individuals receiving Medicaid Waiver services in New Mexico. The individual hired for this position will help participants navigate the Mi Via and Supports Waiver systems. In response to the growing participation in the Southeast Region of New Mexico, there is a pressing need for candidates who are residents of this area. This position will provide assistance and guidance with eligibility, certification, pre-planning, service & support plan development, and budget development as part of their assigned caseload. The role also includes: Conducting monthly visits to see participants in their homes and community Providing education and training Maintaining electronic clinical files in compliance with NM State guidelines The successful candidate will be working with a dynamic team of professionals to meet the needs of individuals and their families throughout New Mexico. This position requires regular statewide travel. For more great jobs within CDD check out our Career Opportunity site https://cdd.health.unm.edu/jobs/ See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications Be sure to address our preferred qualifications listed below in your cover letter Experience working with and supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families; in case management and accessing state and community systems, services and resources for persons with disabilities and their families; with self-directed supports and person-centered planning tools leading to the development and implementation of goals and activities. Bilingual in English and Spanish and strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytic, problem solving, and writing skills. Outstanding interpersonal skills. Skilled in utilizing computers and proficient in navigating multiple software programs. Additional Requirements This position requires passing a Background Check with Fingerprinting and regular statewide travel. Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department Pediatrics Center for Development (997H) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Term - Full-Time Term End Date 06/30/2025 Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3,657.33 To $4,901.87 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 9/9/2024 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement Remote work may be considered for this position. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: 1) Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience and # of hours worked per week. 2) Attach your Current Resume; listing three professional references, preferably current and former supervisors. 3) Attach your Cover Letter that addresses our Preferred Qualifications. 4) Incomplete Applications may not be considered. *Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular* or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.** The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.