Waiver Specialist

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Essential Duties:

• Facilitates the Community Supports Waiver (CSW) screening tool assessment with the person and their support team.  Will work with Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services/Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDADS/KDHE) to confirm eligibility for CSW. Will complete the Provisional Plan of Care (PPOC) to send to KDADS for approval to access the CSW.  
• Provides assistance to all person’s who want to select a new provider or change an existing provider by completing the Freedom of Choice and annual Comprehensive Options Counseling (COC) document to ensure they are making an informed decision. Will review the list of open providers and offer assistance with completing the required choice form to select a new provider.  These tasks will apply to both the IDD and CSW waivers. 
• Regularly updates the Freedom of Choice and COC document that lists all providers affiliated in Johnson County. 
• Will conduct the Medicaid Functional Eligibility Instrument (MFEI) assessments to ensure the person is functionally eligible for the CSW waiver. Must become certified to complete the KDADS functional eligibility tool (MFEI).  
• Participates in quarterly CDDO eligibility forum and future CSW community education to discuss the program and functional requirements a person must meet to access CSW services.  
• Communicates with people supported, guardians, other family members and Targeted Case Managers (TCM) to provide information regarding IDD services and supports.  
• Will work collaboratively in support with other CDDO team members to ensure all CDDO functions are completed.  

• Bachelor's degree in the following field(s) of study: Human Services or Related Field
• One year of Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) experience  

•  Two years experience in working with IDD population 
•  Targeted Case Management experience 

• All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.