APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$48,337.20 to
$71,806.32
PAY GRADE: 35
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
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Social Services Program Specialists perform administrative and professional work in conjunction with the administration of statewide public assistance, medical assistance, or social services programs.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others.
This position is located within the Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) of the Department of Health and Human Services - Planning, Advocacy and Community Services Unit. ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, and promotes a positive work environment. The mission of the Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development and delivery of a high quality, comprehensive support service system across the lifespan to allow all of Nevada's elders, children and adults with disabilities or special health care needs, to live independent, meaningful and dignified lives to the greatest extent possible.
Social Services Program Specialists perform administrative and professional work in conjunction with the administration of statewide public assistance, medical assistance, or social services programs. Positions allocated to this series are primarily focused on program administrative functions which include interpretation of regulations and laws; development of program policies and procedures; quality assurance and quality control; preparation of statistical and narrative reports for federal and State entities and division/department management; and development and enhancement of automated systems that support program operations. While incumbents in this series may interact with clients to resolve customer service issues, the purpose of these positions is not the delivery of direct services to program participants.
This position will be responsible for the administration of training and partner development for Nevada Care Connection, the state's no wrong door effort to streamline access to long term services and supports.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study pertinent to the program assignment and one year of professional experience providing social services to clients or program development and evaluation which required the application of regulations, laws, policies and procedures in making determinations; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study pertinent to the program assignment and one year of professional experience providing medical assistance programs services or healthcare services to clients or program compliance and evaluation which required the application of regulations, laws, policies and procedures in making determinations; OR one year of experience as a Social Services Program Specialist I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
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The ability to travel at least 25% of the time is required. |
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A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. |
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Some positions require professional licensure, which will be identified at the time of recruitment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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Requires a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility at the time of appointment and for continuing employment. |
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The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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1) Describe your experience working with older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers.
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2) Describe your technical writing experience. Please include the number of years and types of writing including but not limited to web content, policies, and training materials.
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3) Describe your experience giving oral presentations to community groups, partners, and commissions. Include any relevant experience developing and conducting training materials.
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4) Describe your experience in developing partnerships and programs leading to changes in systems or policies. Include the number of years and where this experience was gained.
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5) Describe your experience developing and implementing quality assurance and program evaluation measures. Include the number of years and where this experience was gained.
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