Social Services Specialist (4622220)

Job Location: This position will be located at 3675 West Outer Rd, Suite 103, Arnold MO 63010 - Jefferson County

Why you’ll love this position:

We are seeking an individual who is committed to the mission of keeping Missourian’s safe and healthy. This position is integral in assisting Missouri’s Medicaid-eligible senior citizens and adults with disabilities remain as independent as possible in the least restrictive environment through the Home and Community Based Services program. A person in this position will exhibit exceptional communication skills, have the ability to interview others, show strong documentation practices, consistently display exemplary customer service, and demonstrate collaboration amongst an interdisciplinary team.

What you’ll do:

• Conduct initial assessments/reassessments in accordance with all DSDS policy and regulations to enable senior and/or disabled adults remain in the least restrictive environment.
• Coordinate Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) program services such as housekeeping, meal preparation, health, and/or personal care by making/receiving contact with participants and providers to complete service authorizations
• Develop and implement a care plan that meets the participant’s unmet needs by making participant contact, collateral contacts and home visit(s), considering participant choice of providers
• Represent DSDS in administrative hearings
• Travel within a multi-county area to conduct home visits, attend hearings and training sessions, utilizing your personal vehicle when necessary
• Assume accountability and responsibility over the program's integrity, operations, and success

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher level degree from an accredited college or university (substitutions may be allowed).
• Strong interviewing and communication skills
• Keen to detail and documentation
• Exhibit disability & cross-generational awareness
• Prior experience with customer service and working with the elderly, persons with disabilities or other vulnerable population is preferred
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: One or more years of experience working with the elderly and or disabled population or other related human services field.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Erica Keller, HCBS Regional Manager, Erica.Keller@health.mo.gov; 573-290-513

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.