New Mexico Department of Health

This position is mission critical for the Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD) as the position works with the intake & Eligibility Bureau Central Registry Unit, to determine whether an individual meets the Developmental Disabilities criteria for the Developmental Disabilities Waiver.. This position is responsible for making eligibility determinations to ensure that the Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD) continues to process Developmental Disability Waiver registrations and applications in a fair and timely manner.. The Intake & Eligibility Worker, SOC/COM SV COORD-O, is mission critical to hold true to our core values, especially customer service and accountability, while serving individuals with developmental disabilities.. Degree in Social Work, Special Education, Psychology, or Human Services and two (2) years of any combination of experience working with communities, working on health or social service-related matters, social work, case management, behavioral health, or health care, preferably with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.. Bachelor'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.

eligibility worker

Salary $22.40 - $35.84 Hourly $46,591 - $74,545 Annually This position is a Pay Band 65 Posting Details This position is mission critical for the Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD) as the position works with the intake & Eligibility Bureau Central Registry Unit, to determine whether an individual meets the Developmental Disabilities criteria for the Developmental Disabilities Waiver. Why does the job exist? The purpose of the position is to determine whether individuals match the New Mexico definition of intellectual/developmental disability (DD), assist individuals and families through the allocation process, provide appropriate referrals to available resources, conduct outreach for the program and provide quality customer service. The position assists individuals and families with their applications for Home & Community Based Waiver (HCBS) waivers, provides referrals to available services for individuals, families and other stakeholders and conducts outreach for the program. How does it get done? This position is responsible for making eligibility determinations to ensure that the Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD) continues to process Developmental Disability Waiver registrations and applications in a fair and timely manner. This position also works with internal and external partner throughout the DDW allocations process. Who are the customers? The Intake & Eligibility Worker, SOC/COM SV COORD-O, is mission critical to hold true to our core values, especially customer service and accountability, while serving individuals with developmental disabilities. Ideal Candidate Degree in Social Work, Special Education, Psychology, or Human Services and two (2) years of any combination of experience working with communities, working on health or social service-related matters, social work, case management, behavioral health, or health care, preferably with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Minimum Qualification Bachelor'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 Table These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position: EducationExperienceEducationExperience 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 experience 4 Master's degree or higher in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 0 years of experience <ul><li> Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position. </li><li> 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. </li></ul>Employment Requirements Must 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 Conditions Office 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 Information Benefits: Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Nicole Hernandez, Central Registry Staff Manager, (505) 372-8017 Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

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