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Definition:

Staff members in this class are under the general superv1S1on of the Executive Director and the specific supervision of the Aging & Disability Program Director and the Home & Community Based Services (HCBS) Support Services Manager. The HCBS Support Services Coordinator is primarily responsible for all initial assessments, re-assessments and support service plans for all HCBS programs, with the exception of the CHOICES Program.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Assist in the development and implementation of approved assessment tools.
• Provide an initial in-home assessment of elderly and disabled consumers to determine eligibility for in-home services.
• Prepare a plan of support services for eligible consumers and coordinates that plan with funding sources available.
• Facilitate communication between consumers and service providers.
• Provide re-assessments of consumers every six months and/or twelve months, as set by the Tennessee Commission on Aging & Disability (TCAD).
• Maintain records and provide HCBS reports, as requested.
• Assure timely data entry of assessments into the Service Accounting and Management System (SAMS).
• Assure that consumer detail section in SAMS is updated and current for assigned consumers.
• Participate in staff meetings, training conferences and conference calls, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of special needs of the elderly and persons with disabilities.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local programs serving the elderly and persons with disabilities.
• Knowledge of current case management practices.
• Ability to be flexible and resourceful in securing resources to match the in­ home service needs of elderly and disabled consumers.
• Knowledge of ability to operate office equipment and computer software systems, and communicate electronically through email and Internet.
• Ability to communicate needs of consumers effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of basic administrative and business management procedures.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, gerontology, sociology, nursing or related field; or a nurse in good standing with the State of Tennessee with minimum two years experience working with elderly and persons with disabilities. Must be able to pass a criminal background check. Must provide valid Tennessee Driver’s License and proof of vehicle insurance with at least $250,000 limit of liability coverage.

Definition:

Staff members in this class are under the general supervision of the Executive Director and the specific supervision of the Aging & Disability Program Director and the CHOICES Program Manager.  The CHOICES Assessment Specialist is primarily responsible for conducting in-home assessments for potential enrollees in the CHOICES for Community Living Program for eligible elderly and disabled adults.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Conduct timely in-home assessments of potential CHOICES Program enrollees using approved assessment tools which measure functional, social and financial needs to determine eligibility.
• Prepare assessment documentation, including assistance in the completion and processing of the pre-admission evaluation for enrollees.
• Demonstrate ability to assess potential enrollees to determine needs and in-home care alternatives.
• Assists individuals who are not Medicaid eligible with filing an application for Medicaid financial eligibility determination and gathers required documents, as needed.
• Attend staff meetings, training conferences and participate in conference calls relative to the CHOICES Program.
• Assist the CHOICES Program Manager, as requested, in carrying out the marketing plan to recruit potential enrollees and establish partnerships in the health care network.
• Coordinate services with other agencies/groups to utilize other available services to assist all persons with disabilities.
• Conduct re-certifications on in-home consumers enrolled in the CHOICES Program, assigned by the CHOICES Program Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Abilities: 

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to solve problems and knowledge of medical and social assessment protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate office equipment and computer software systems, and communicate electronically through email and Internet.
• Knowledge of disabilities/conditions of potential elderly and disabled enrollees.
• Knowledge of Medicaid Program policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of community resources that are alternatives to institutional placement.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private entities, and AAAD staff members.
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro & DropBox for paperless system.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, sociology or field related to social work, plus a minimum of four years supervised work experience in a social services program.  Must be able to pass a criminal background check.  Must provide valid Tennessee Driver’s License and proof of vehicle insurance with at least $250,000 limit of liability coverage.

Definition:

Employees in this class work under the general supervision of the Executive Director and the specific supervision of the Community Development Program Director. The Historic Preservationist will provide professional services and technical assistance to the local governments in the South Central Tennessee Development District region, assisting in the identification and preservation of historic sites and properties.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Provide information relative to historic preservation programs and practices to local governments, interest groups, and individuals within the South Central Tennessee region.
• Conduct an inventory of historic assets (ex: phosphate sites, transportation routes, wooden farming structures, historic events, etc.) as deemed a priority by the Tennessee Historic Commission and local governments.
• Assist local governments with tourism, cultural preservation, and planning efforts by providing an inventory of historic assets relative to their county or region that will assist in the enhancement of the local economy;.
• Assist with the nomination of properties to the National Register of Historic Places by preparing National Register nomination applications.
• Provide protection for significant cultural resources through the involvement in project review procedures established under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Executive Order 11593.
• Oversee the implementation of Downtown Revitalization grants and loans.
• Assist in the preparation of Community Development grants as well as grant administration of those grants if they are funded.

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the national Register of Historic places and nomination procedure.
• Ability to perform environmental reviews and assessments.
• Ability to present consultations of Section 106.
• Knowledge of the Certified Local Government programs and advise Historic Zoning Commissions.
• Ability to coordinate survey efforts of undocumented historic sites.
• Ability to work with preservation partners statewide.
• Give technical assistance to communities and individuals.

Qualifications:

A graduate degree in history, historic preservation, architectural history, architecture, or closely related field; or a bachelor’s degree in one of these plus one of the following: (a) at least two years of full-time experience in research, writing, teaching, interpretation, or other demonstrable professional activity with an academic institution, historic organization or agency, museum or other professional institution; (b) or substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in one of these fields. Must show proof of $250,000 liability insurance and valid driver’s license.

Mailing Address: Attention: Employment
101 Sam Watkins Blvd.,
Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474

Interested applicants may contact our HR Coordinator via phone or email:

Debbie McMullin

HR/Benefits Coordinator
931-379-2902
dmcmullin@sctdd.org