Program Specialist for PACE at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25



Location:

Lincoln, NE



Hiring Rate:

$23.779



Job Posting:

JR2025-00012518 Program Specialist for PACE (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
01-20-2025



Job Description:

State of Nebraska, DHHS, is searching for the next Program Specialist for PACE. Within the Division of Medicaid and Long-Term Care, PACE is the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, a program that helps individuals meet their health care needs in the community and remain independent.


Working for the State of Nebraska's Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is more than just a job-it's a commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans. Public service provides an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities across the state. At DHHS, we take pride in our mission of "Helping People Live Better Lives," and every team member plays a vital role in delivering programs and services. Choosing a career in public service means embracing a purpose-driven path, fostering positive change, and upholding the values that make Nebraska a great place to live and thrive.



Examples of Work



Job duties include:

• Oversight of Nebraska's PACE program


• Collaborate with the PACE organization and federal partners


• Track new participants


• Track and monitor annual certification for all PACE enrollees


• Track disenrollments


• Auditing of the PACE program


• PACE reporting


• Payments to PACE Organization


• Documentation in the PACE case in the Connect database


• Reviewing PACE level of car determinations.


• Addressing grievances or appeals for individual PACE cases.

Requirements / Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, or equivalent coursework/training, in public administration, social/behavioral sciences, healthcare, human services or other program related field. Professional experience working in a human/social service or health care agency with responsibility for planning or evaluation services, programs or operational policies and practices may substitute in lieu of the educational requirement.



Preferred Qualifications: Experience performing quality assurance analysis/evaluation of programs; grant writing, contract management, or leading community-based health/social care groups.



Other: Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln.



Knowledge / Skills / Abilities



Knowledge and experience with the Connect database, NFOCUS, MMIS, OnBase. Knowledge of general accounting skills. Attention to detail. Experience with the eligibility process. Skills related to auditing, customer service, interpersonal interactions with internal and external partners including state and federal entities. Skill in presenting information to groups or individuals in oral and written form, problem solving, prioritizing tasks, goal setting, and conflict resolution.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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