Disability Services Specialist

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Aging and Disability Services, Bureau of Community Integration is seeking a Disability Service Specialist to join our team! 

The Disability Services Specialist administers and manages Aging and Disability Services’ role in the oversight and direction of quality assurance of publicly funded disability services to ensure effective delivery of supports and services provided through the Targeted Case Management and Disability Services units so that individuals with disabilities can live safe, healthy, successful, and self-determined lives in their homes and communities. 

This position is responsible for data collection, analysis, and reporting of various state-wide programs within the Community Integration Bureau and maintains communication with various internal and external system partners to evaluate existing workflow and make recommendations for system improvements. 

The Disability Services Specialist works closely with Aging and Disability Services leadership, Iowa Medicaid, and the division of Behavioral Health to recommend disability services program priorities and develop program improvements to support the accessibility, effectiveness, quality, and a comprehensive person-centered approach to the disability service system. 

This position can be located in any of the Targeted Case Management offices across the state or Lucas building in Des Moines. 

Competencies include: 

• Knowledge of strategic planning and the coordination of people and resources. 
• Team facilitation skills. 
• Effective customer service skills. 
• Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. 
• Ability to interpret laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 
• Ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing. 

Benefits

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs. 

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Background Checks

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position. 

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.