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Texas Health and Human Services · 10 hours ago

Local IDD Authority Compliance Contract Reviewer

Rosenberg, TX

Contract

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Texas Health and Human Services is committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. The Local IDD Authority Compliance Contract Reviewer is responsible for providing advanced consultative and technical assistance to program staff and overseeing compliance with contractual and program requirements for Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authorities (LIDDAs). This role involves conducting reviews, analyzing performance data, and developing reports of findings to ensure adherence to rules and regulations.

Health Care

No H1B

Responsibilities

Facilitate, coordinate, and conduct on-site contract and program monitoring reviews of the LIDDAs’ performance to determine compliance with rules, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, which includes record reviews and interviews with staff, individuals, and families. Review supporting evidence regarding systemic and monitoring activities identified in plans for improvements. Review and monitor the LIDDAs’ data and documentation about individual services, service delivery systems and the provision of the delegated functions (e.g., local planning, policy, and procedures). Review and analyze the current and prior year report of findings to determine whether additional on-site reviews are required according to the performance contract

Prepare for on-site, hybrid, or desk reviews. Ensure that the General Revenue (GR), Texas Home Living (TxHmL), Preadmission Screening & Resident Review (PASRR), Home and Community-based Services (HCS), Permanency Planning and Community Living Options Information Process (CLOIP) samples are drawn and shared with LIDDAs for reviews. Review critical incident reports and complaints. Review corrective action plan (CAP) results from the previous year to determine the review period and identify and address consecutive findings of contractual non-compliance. Develop and make travel arrangements. Prepare and send announcement letters to the contract provider. Make team assignments for monitoring reviews and prepare packets (e.g., agenda, interview activity information, CARE screens, and electronic review tool, review packets)

Review, monitor and evaluate LIDDA contract deliverables by reviewing evidence of compliance or review additional records

Conduct desk-review of LIDDA performance of program and contract compliance by reviewing documentation for permanency planning for individuals under 22 years of age and CLOIP for residents in state supported living centers (SSLC)

Produce well-written reports (e.g., debriefings, develop comprehensive reports of findings related to review activities, develop corrective action documents)

Maintain current knowledge of all rules and policies as it relates to LIDDA program requirements to provide consultative services and technical assistance on a complex level to LIDDA staff and other stakeholders, HHSC staff, and DSHS staff

Participate in unit and cross-agency workgroups related to LIDDA performance, functions, and planning. Represent the department at meetings and conferences. Work effectively with staff from LIDDAs and other external stakeholders. Work collaboratively with other agency sections, departments, and divisions to resolve problems, create improved operating methods or procedures and to respond to agency needs

Qualification

Certified Texas Contract ManagerIDD servicesProgram planningEvaluationResearchAnalysisMicrosoft Office SuiteManaging prioritiesEffective communicationTeam collaboration

Required

Must be a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) or complete the requirements to become a CTCM within 18 months of employment

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

A minimum of two years of experience working directly or indirectly serving individuals with an intellectual disability

Knowledge of the Texas state system for services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)

Knowledge of LIDDA roles and responsibilities and related state and federal laws, regulations, policies, rules, and requirements

Knowledge of program planning, implementation, and evaluation

Skill in researching and analyzing information

Skill in managing multiple and competing priorities

Skill in working collaboratively and cooperatively with a variety of groups

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Skill in the use of computer and related equipment, including the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs

Ability to prepare concise, accurate reports, memos, policies, and procedures, etc. and communicate effectively both orally and in writing