DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Address:  Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)

1789 W. JEFFERSON STREET PHOENIX, AZ 85007

Salary: $50,000.00-$57,600.00 

Grade: 19

Closing Date: 11/17/2024

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that makes Arizonans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen  individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who 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 Network Workforce Development Specialist. 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.

This position is responsible for an execution of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD/Division) Network and Central Office goals. The incumbent in this position is: creating, analyzing, and presenting data to Network management; initiating, creating, developing and tracking Network assignments, developing criteria and timeliness of monthly reports; completing special assignments; maintaining and monitoring the Network Reports mailbox and the Workforce Development mailbox; assisting in the development of resources added to the Workforce Development web page; assisting in the development of workforce related articles for the DDD Shout, DDD Voice, DDD Echo, and the For the Record Newsletters; assisting with updating policies and procedures in the Network area; developing resource materials; participating in and facilitating work groups; attending and participating in meetings and completing other related projects. This position completes all Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Network deliverables timely and accurately and collaborates with AHCCCS and all AHCCCS Managed Care Organizations on statewide initiatives; participates in the creation of innovative tools to assist with Network sufficiency; provides oversight of the DDD Health Plans related to Workforce Development; conducts public speaking presentation on Workforce Development updates to management, providers, and stakeholders and meets with and provides technical assistance to Qualified Vendors as needed.

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:
• Collaborates with AHCCCS, AdSS health plans, Division entities, and other stakeholders in developing tools and resources for statewide initiatives and deliverables. Reviews & evaluates documents, reports, contracts, and other network related documents.
• Participates in meetings with AHCCCS, AdSS health plans, qualified vendors, and other external entities. Conducts public speaking presentation as assigned.
• Assists with the completion of all AHCCCS and Network deliverables and ensures they are accurate and timely.
• Updates policies, procedures, standard work, and other written documents in the Network area. Develops informational and recruitment resource materials. Provides public commentary on policies. Participates and facilitates work groups. Attends and participates in meetings. Completes other related projects.
• Assists with the development of the Network Development and Management Plan, Workforce Development Plan, Network Development and Recruitment Plan's identified goals, strategies and evaluations. Monitors methods with approval of the Network Manager and Network Administrator.
• Completes monthly and weekly Scorecard Metrics for the Network Area requirements. Creates documents for the weekly huddles. Maintains weekly Project Board.
• Reviews and analyzes various informational data related to the provision of professional services to determine Network sufficiency statewide. Identifies geographical areas of the State requiring Network development.

Knowledge of :
• Federal and State Statutes and agency policies and procedures relating to the care and treatment of persons with developmental disabilities.
• Arizona Long Term Care Services, Title XIX, AHCCCS Contract and Acute Care Health Plans.
• AHCCCS Policies and Procedures.
• ALTCS Workforce.
Skills In:
• Organization and time management.
• Being a self-starter.
• Oral and written communication.
• Proficient use of computers (e.g. Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite databases, etc).
Ability To:
• Perform statistical analysis and create reports, work independently with little to no supervision, complete extensive research, analyze, interpret, and report trends.
• Work on multiple projects at a time and work with diverse groups of people at different levels.
• Speak and present at various group level meetings.
• Development of policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:
A Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Education, Liberal Arts, Early Childhood, Business or related field is preferred. Experience working with Qualified Vendor Application Process, ALTCS, and AHCCCS Contract and Acute Care Health Plans. Three years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

• 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).
• 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.

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 us Alyssa Figueroa at 602-653-9837 or alyssafigueroa@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 602-653-9837 or alyssafigueroa@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.