Job TitleDisability Program Specialist IIRequisition NumberRE50100Working TitleTechnical Assistance Quality AdministratorDepartment Name40526:Interdisciplinary Human DeveloWork LocationLouisville, KYGrade Level45Salary Range$47,278-78,000/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
While there are physical, psychosocial and cognitive requirements of the position, the job duties can be accommodated for essential functions being completed in a variety of ways.
Shift
40 hrs week; typically M-F w/occasional weekends
Job Summary
The Human Development Institute at the University of Kentucky is seeking to fill a Disability Program Specialist II position. The position will work as a Technical Assistant Quality Administrator (TAQA).
This position will provide on-site technical assistance to Supports for Community Living (SCL) agencies to improve the quality of services provided to waiver participants; serve as the primary point of contact for assigned providers; assist with certification reviews and utilization/billing reviews when needed; monitor Plan of Correction implementation; conduct follow-up for complaints and complete investigations as assigned; work collaboratively within a team structure; complete required documentation.
Travel throughout Louisville, KY and surrounding counties is required.
This position will advance HDI’s mission and strategic plan. In alignment with HDI core values, this position will contribute to a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. // Please ensure all uploaded documents are accessible documents.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Driver’s license preferred.
Deadline to Apply05/09/2025Our University Community
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