Job TitleDisability Program Specialist II/RISERequisition NumberRE50125Working TitleTechnical Assistance QADepartment Name40526:Interdisciplinary Human DeveloWork LocationFrankfort, 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
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm – Days, occasional weekends and evenings
Job Summary
The Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is seeking to fill a Disability Program Specialist II position. This position will work as a Technical Assistance QA on the 1915i Recovery Independence Support Engagement (RISE) initiative.
This position will:
- Provide on-site technical assistance to 1915i RISE initiative providers to improve the quality of services offered to participating individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI).
- 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.
Work related travel is a requirement of this position.
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.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Further details will be discussed during the hiring process for the chosen applicants.
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Multiple positions available.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Degree in Behavioral Health or Human Services.
Experience providing service coordination or linking referrals to community based services.
Deadline to Apply05/13/2025Our University Community
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