Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

DD Resource Coordinator

Opening Date: March 9, 2023

Closing Date: March 22, 2023

Job Class Code: 5037
Grade: 23 (P&T)
Salary: $45,136.00 - $60,881.60/Annually

Position Number: 03030-4007

This is a full-time position, which can be located either in Augusta, Bangor or Portland and allows partial telework with management approval.

Core Responsibilities:

As a DD Resource Coordinator, you will play a key role in the operation of the Section 21 and Section 29 waiver programs. You will evaluate waiver applications, make eligibility determinations, review Person-Centered Service Plans, and issue service authorizations. You will collaborate frequently with case management agencies and waiver providers regarding individuals receiving Section 21 and 29 services. You will demonstrate a high level of critical thinking, organization, independent decision making, and customer service skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• A Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, or related field -OR-
• A Bachelor's Degree in a human services field (including, but not limited to: sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology)

Experience:

• With a Bachelor’s Degree, at least four (4) years’ experience in developmental disabilities or a directly related human services field -OR-
• With a Master’s Degree, at least one (1) year of experience in developmental disabilities or a directly related human services field

Experience cannot be substituted for the education requirement in this classification.

Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) within DHHS is responsible for ensuring the safety, support and well-being of older adults and disabled adults throughout Maine.

Application Information:

Please submit all documents or files in a PDF or Word format.

To apply, please submit:

• Copy of post-secondary degree,
• Resume, and
• Cover letter, explaining how you meet Minimum Requirements and whether you have any of the “Preferred candidate” attributes.

For additional information about this position, please contact Emily Kalafarski, Resource Development Manager, at Emily.Kalafarski@maine.gov. For a paper application please contact Ashley Smith at Ashley.Smith@maine.gov.

Benefits

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80-$11,942.16 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.16% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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