**Working Title: Elderly Waiver Clinical Policy Specialist** **Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2** **Agency: Human Services Department** + **Job ID** : 83219 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 01/11/2025 + **Closing Date** : 01/24/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office + **Division/Unit** : DHS-Central Office / ADSA AG/AS HCBS Policy & Prgm + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes, up to 5% + **Salary Range:** $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and Telework The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify. **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. The Elderly Waiver Clinical Policy Specialist will coordinate all legislative, policy, service delivery, evaluation, and compliance activities from a perspective of clinical expertise of older adults with complex health needs that make it difficult to meet their long-term service and support (LTSS) needs. Responsibilities include: + Manage an outside contractor that will study existing HCBS systems for older adults and evaluate options to support service coordination for older adults with high support needs that cannot be addressed by service or individual participant budget limitations under the Elderly Waiver + Use results of the study to determine programmatic changes for Elderly Waiver for older adults with complex health and behavioral needs that make it difficult to access long-term service and supports (LTSS) in the community + Develop a new budget and rate exception process for individuals who are discharging from an acute care hospital and require a budget or rate exception through the Elderly Waiver program due to needing a high level of support needed in a community or residential setting + Provide consultation to lead agencies, acute care hospitals and residential service providers to ensure the older adult with high support needs can be appropriately served **Minimum Qualifications** 3 years professional experience providing complex clinical and/or behavioral health supports for older adults. Experience must demonstrate the following: + Experience with and knowledge of MnCHOICES assessment and support planning process + Accounting practices sufficient to apply the principles of financing, accounting, and budget + Comprehensive understanding of Medicare and Medicaid policy and benefits for older adults and dual eligible older adults particularly those in receipt of EW services and Medicare + Comprehensive understanding of Home and Community Based services for older adults Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Public Policy, Social Work or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR Master’s degree in Human Services, Public Policy, Social Work or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with grants and/or contract management + Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, including powers of persuasion/influence and negotiation, to work with others during times of conflict/mediation and testify at the legislature and communicate with lobbyists. + Mediation skills sufficient to facilitate and resolve disputes. + Proficient in identifying and appropriately matching community resources to individuals with significant clinical and behavioral health needs. + Organize and manage a broad spectrum of internal and external constituencies while addressing complex long term care program policies and maintaining budgetary goals. Work in a rapidly changing policy environment and shift priorities to meet management goals. + Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or cultures **Additional Requirements** To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.