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Long-Term Care Policy Specialist

2 months ago


Austin, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Overview:

The Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) division within the Medicaid and CHIP Services (MCS) Office of Policy is in search of dedicated professionals committed to enhancing essential services for individuals in Texas.

This division is tasked with the formulation and execution of program policy requirements, ensuring the effective operation of various long-term care initiatives vital to the safety and autonomy of numerous children and adults in Texas who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and associated conditions.


Candidates will be evaluated for one of two Program Specialist V roles focused on policies pertaining to the following initiatives:

  • Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) Medicaid Waiver;
  • Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities Medicaid Waiver;
  • Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living (TxHmL) Medicaid Waiver programs;
  • Medically Dependent Children's Program (MDCP);
  • Community Care Services including Day Activity and Health Services (DAHS), Emergency Response Services (ERS), Special Services for Individuals with Disabilities, Home Delivered Meals; or
  • Transition Assistance Services (TAS).
Key Responsibilities:
(15%) Formulates and updates Medicaid waivers, state regulations, policies, manuals, forms, amendments, and plans for LTSS programs.

(15%) Conducts comprehensive research, analysis, and evaluation of intricate program and policy matters related to Medicaid LTSS initiatives.

(15%) Develops or executes projects or special initiatives associated with the Medicaid LTSS program.

(15%) Engages with and communicates to internal and external stakeholders, both verbally and in writing, as a subject matter expert on Medicaid LTSS programs.

(15%) Participates as a subject matter expert in Medicaid LTSS programs.

(15%) Collaborates with and communicates to internal and external stakeholders as a subject matter expert on designated Medicaid LTSS programs.

(10%) Produces high-quality written project updates, summaries, reports, executive presentations, bill analyses, and other documentation.

Required Skills and Competencies:
1. Proven ability to adapt and implement innovative and effective solutions to complex challenges.

2. Demonstrated sound judgment in situations with limited data and the capacity to work independently with minimal guidance.

3. Experience in synthesizing complex and technical information and translating it into clear and concise documents and/or presentations.

4. Excellent written communication abilities.

5. Capacity to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

6. Proficient in negotiating competing interests of multiple parties, resolving conflicts, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships.

7. Strong verbal communication skills.