Program Monitor LDH (My Place Louisiana Transition Coordinator)

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana. Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health This position may be filled in the following parish(es): East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, West Feliciana, East Feliciana, Pointe Coupee, Iberville, Ascension Make a lasting difference in the lives of Louisiana’s older adults and individuals with disabilities! In this role, you will coordinate community transitions, connect participants with essential resources, and collaborate with healthcare providers, state agencies, and community partners to support safe, successful transitions from nursing facilities to community living. Join a team dedicated to promoting independence, improving quality of life, and helping individuals thrive in the communities they call home. Five years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

A bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

An advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate plus one year of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:• Coordinate and monitor participant transitions from nursing facilities to community living within assigned geographic areas of Louisiana.

• Implement operational protocols for the Community Choices Waiver, Adult Day Health Care Waiver, Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, and other applicable long-term care programs.

• Coordinate with nursing facilities, regional offices, state agencies, and community partners to facilitate waiver offers, obtain required documentation, and ensure timely completion of transition requirements.

• Maintain and update transition records, spreadsheets, and program data to track participant progress, document outcomes, and ensure accurate reporting.

• Connect participants with housing assistance, community resources, and essential pre- and post-transition services to support successful community placement.

• Monitor program performance, transition benchmarks, and individual data indicators to identify trends, address challenges, and recommend improvements.

• Provide technical assistance, training, and ongoing support to agency staff, nursing facility personnel, and coordination partners to promote successful transitions while safeguarding participants’ health, safety, and well-being.

Position-Specific Details:Location: Office of Aging and Adult Services / AD MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON TCS / Statewide/Multiple Parishes Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment Cost Center: 3201066100 Position Number(s): 50414128

How To Apply:No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For information on how to check your application status and understand status updates, please click HERE.

Contact Information: Debbie Parris Thymes [email protected] LA Department of Health (LDH) Division of Human Resources PO Box 4818 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-342-6477 This organization participates in E-Verify, and for more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here. LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.