Eligibility Specialist - I/DD

The Community Developmental Disabilities Program (CCDP) provides access to local, regional, and statewide resources for children and adults who experience a developmental disability. In addition to comprehensive case management and service coordination, our staff assist with early Intervention and phase of life transitions. Our team will work closely with eligible individuals to ensure needs are addressed in a comprehensive and collaborative manner.

Columbia Community Mental Health (CCMH) is a nonprofit agency and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that provides services to individuals with mental, addiction and developmental disabilities. We uphold our values in authenticity and commitment to quality care. Members of our CCMH team have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact.

We are currently seeking our new I/DD Service Coordinator Assistant! As you may already know, our program is exceptional, and we strive to provide the highest quality of care. Apply and share in our values of compassionate care today!

Position: Eligibility Specialist

Department: Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (I/DD)

Shift: Full time (40hrs week) In Office

Salary Range: $26.17 -$34.17 (hourly) We use a bona fide factor system to determine starting wage (years of experience, education, credentials, and specialty skills that relate to the job requirements).

Benefits: CCMH provides a generous comprehensive benefits program to employees and family members, including qualified domestic partners.

• Generous Paid Time Off Package. (Full-time employees earn 22 days of vacation time and 9 days of sick time)
• Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date)
• VSP Vision Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date)
• 403B Retirement Savings (Pre- and post-tax plans with up to 3% matching contribution)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical and dependent care options)
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability, and Group Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
• Length of Service Award, Outstanding Employee of the Department Annual Award
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Accidental & Critical Illness Coverage Insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF), NHSC Loan Repayment Program
• Educational Assistance, Professional Development Assistance

Wellness Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program’s (EAP)
• Wellness Stipend
• Trauma Support Team – Monthly Loss Processing Group led by our Licensed Clinical Directors

Position Requirements:

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the position, as approved by the Department of Human Services (DHS). Must have valid Driver’s License.

Summary: The position focuses on providing community education on eligibility criteria, completion of prospective new intakes and the application process, eligibility determination, and eligibility redetermination at various ages of development in compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs).

Working conditions: This position works in an office environment as well as in the community. This position requires driving to different locations within Columbia County and some occasional driving to locations elsewhere in the Portland Metro. The Service Coordinator will also be available to provide services in the client's residence as needed.

Columbia Community Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. As such, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and all will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran/reserve/national guard, disability, or any other similarly protected status.

CCMH is Drugfree workplace.

Come join a team that makes a difference every day! Come join an agency in which your personal values can align easily to the mission, vision and values!