Program Evaluation Assistant Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS\r\nOur mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.\r\nWe offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.\r\nFor more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!\r\n

Summary Statement

The incumbent in this position is responsible for conducting oversight and monitoring of Home and CommunityBased Services through audits and investigations to ensure full compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations; Medicaid requirements; health and safety standards; Home and CommunityBased Waiver service definitions; and the Statewide Transition Plan. The incumbent will maintain a consistent physical presence within Home and CommunityBased Service delivery settings to observe operations and verify adherence to required standards.\r\n

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. \r\n\r\n Conducts evaluation and monitoring of programs in residential living areas to ensure adherence to ICF/IID and Medicaid Community Rule standards, and facility policies and procedures.\r\n Reviews, oversees and evaluates habilitative plans and programs through observations, surveys and audits.\r\n Provides consultation and instruction to facility staff and assists program units in methods of programming and self-evaluation.\r\n Serves as Administrator during evenings and weekends in the absence of the facility head and other charge administrators, as applicable.\r\n Assists in the development, planning and reviewing of residential service delivery systems, plans, procedures and policies. \r\n\r\n

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Developmental Disabilities Program Evaluator \r\nApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:\r\n\r\n Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Behavioral or Social Science or related field. \r\n Six months experience in program evaluation such as evaluating programs and services to identify problems, determine compliance and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency to ensure program goals and overall objectives are met. \r\n Six months experience in recommending alternatives, improvements, courses of action and other changes based on findings. \r\n Three years experience in health or human services worksuch asapplying theories, principles, laws and practices of health or human services programs and services that assist with and improve life for individuals, families, or communities such as financial support, employment, unemployment, housing, health care, disease prevention, substance abuse, child protective services, and physical and mental health treatment, prevention or rehabilitation. \r\n Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. \r\n Six months experience in narrative report writing. \r\n Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others. \r\n\r\n

Conditions of Hire

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.\r\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to ourJob Seeker Resources.\r\nDHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.\r\n

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\r\n\r\nOnce you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab atStateJobs.Delaware.gov.\r\n

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.\r\nIndividuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visitingdelawarerelay.com.\r\nIf you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.\r\nThe State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.\r\n