Richland County, South Carolina
Program Coordinator II (Environmental Modification Coordinator) / 61047461TG
Job details
- Location
- Richland County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $53,142 - $90,000/yr
- Posted
- 5 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
*This is a Temporary Grant Position.*
The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.
This is position is located in the Bureau of Policy, Richland County.
This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.
This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.
Are you the One? We are looking for a Program Coordinator II (Environmental Modification Coordinator) who, under limited supervision, provides coverage and support to environmental modification providers and waiver participants across the state of South Carolina. The position collaborates with Community Long Term Care (CLTC) case managers and Medically Complex Children (MCC) care coordinators to evaluate environmental modifications, enabling participants to function with greater independence and remain in the home. This position involves traveling throughout the state to include overnight travel to various regions within the state. This position reports to the OIDD and Youth Waiver manager in the Bureau of Policy. Collaborates with OIDD environmental modifications staff as needed.
- Provides oversight to enrolled environmental modification providers and reviews provider bids. Ensures modifications are necessary and related to the assessed Activity of Daily Living (ADL) or health-related needs of the individual and are tied to a goal in the individual’s written Plan of Care (POC). Conducts on-site inspections of environmental modifications. Ensures work meets all applicable state and local building code requirements. Recommends a corrective plan of action for unsatisfactory work.
- Notifies CLTC Central Office, MCC waiver staff, case managers/care coordinators (as appropriate), and Bureau leadership of reported deficiencies of enrolled environmental modification providers. Participates in developing solutions to correct identified deficiencies. Works effectively with clients, families, care providers, contractors, and internal teams. Facilitates and manages issues related to the provision of authorized services with the support of supervisor if necessary.
- Provides specialized knowledge and expertise related to environmental modifications necessary to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of the waiver participant. Conducts assessments and makes recommendations for modifications that enhance independence and safety. Ensures planned modifications comply with applicable regulations and guidelines. Educates waiver participants about the home modification process. Works closely with case managers and care coordinators on recommended modifications.
- Maintains knowledge of the Environmental Modification Standards found in the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Manual and the environmental modifications allowed for each of the South Carolina waiver programs (Community Choices, Community Supports, Head and Spinal Cord Injury, HIV/AIDs, Home Again, Intellectual Disability and Related Disabilities, Mechanical Ventilator Dependent, and Medically Complex Children). Participates in administrative fair hearings, as necessary.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
- 15 days sick leave per year.
- 13 paid holidays.
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
Position Duties
A Bachelor’s degree and relevant program experience.
REQURIED: Licensed residential contractor with knowledge of state and local building codes, contractor and procurement rules, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Standards.
Preferred: Understanding of South Carolina waiver programs, eligibility criteria, and environmental modification regulations.
Additional Requirements:
- Occasional overnight travel; an average of two days a week.
- Requires holder to drive routinely.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- In-office role.
Minimum Qualifications
- Understanding of South Carolina waiver programs and environmental modification regulations.
Other Qualifications
Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Benefits
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Supplemental Questions
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The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Please, thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of your application and the Supplemental Questions. Failure to provide detailed and complete information will result in your application being rejected. Any misrepresentation or omissions will result in your disqualification from employment and/or termination. You may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree with the above.
- Yes
- No
02
I understand that this is a Temporary Grant position.
- Yes
- No
03
The established hiring range for this position is $53,142 - $90,000. Do you accept this range?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a bachelor's degree?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have relevant program experience?
- Yes
- No
06
Are you a licensed residential contractor? If yes, please provide your license number and state of issuance.
07
Do you have a valid driver's license? If yes, please provide your driver's license number and state of issuance.
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Do you wish to claim Veteran Preference? If yes, you must submit a copy of your DD214 Form with your job application in order to qualify and claim this preference.
- Yes
- No
09
How did you hear about this career opportunity?
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Health and Human Services Address 1801 Main Street, Suite 224Columbia, South Carolina, 29201 Phone803-898-2670
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