DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
4000 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Salary: $48,510.18  

Grade: 19

Closing Date: December 10, 2024

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Human Services Unit Supervisor – Eligibility. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high quality, and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community.

Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Reviews AHCCCS and DDD policy and procedures to ensure compliance. Completes initial assessments to maintain timelines. Responsible for supervising and directing work of a unit of HSSs and support staff including all MAP activities. Provides leadership and guidance to all staff and providing technical assistance and training to filed Support Coordinators.
• Reviews and assigns eligibility referral requests received by telephone, walk in, on-line (Internet), etc. Works with families to complete and gather all necessary eligibility documentation. Communicates with providers and ensures all eligibility requirements are met.
• Attends meetings to provide education and training regarding DDD’s eligibility criteria. Communicates with AHCCCS to ensure Medicaid requirements for eligibility are met.
• Provides ongoing technical assistance to the community and Support Coordination. Interprets policies and procedures. Provides direct support and technical assistance to members/families, and Support Coordinators as needed.
• Ensures eligibility staff maintain and update their case assignments to ensure information is accurate and accessible to the Unit Supervisor.

Knowledge in:
• Principles of Supervision and Coaching, conflict resolution, community resources. ACOM Manual, AMPM Manual.
• Basic principles and practices of Case Management, person centered planning and support.
• Arizona’s Medicaid plan (1115 Wavier), DDD Eligibility Criteria.
• Google Platforms, Article 21-557-557 and the provision of services to members with disabilities in Arizona.
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Skills In:
• Applying federal laws, state statues, and agency policies and procedures.
• Recognizing basic human rights and the care and assistance needs of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Oral and written communication, organization.
• Interpersonal relations as applied to contacts with members and representatives of other governmental and community organizations, and the public.
• Conflict resolution and documentation.

Ability to:
• Adapt and be sensitive to a variety of diverse cultures, and to maintain and display a professional demeanor.
• Establish professional partnerships, develop and maintain provider file documentation.
• Work effectively with a wide range of personalities and team members, facilitate meetings
• Research concerns, communicate with other professionals and remain flexible as priorities change.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:
• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Social Science, Health Education, Education, Psychology, BSW, Health Sciences, Early Childhood Education OR closely related field AND Two (2) years professional experience with Developmental Disabilities OR
• Four (4) years professional case management/social work experience including two (2) years with developmental disabilities OR
• One (1) year as Human service Specialist 3 OR Two (2) years as Human Specialist 2.

• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to Driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operated a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) (R2-10-201.11).
• Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-2758.07 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
• Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Department of Child Safety Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
• Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Shobana Jeyaraj at 480-915-7157 or shjeyaraj@azdes.gov.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 480-915-7157 or shjeyaraj@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.