Program Administrator I

Salary: $28.80 - $46.03 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 44837
Agency: 250 Health & Human Services
Unit: 4377 DHHS DSPD INTAKE AND REFERRAL
Opening Date: 05/06/2025
Closing Date: 5/12/:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Lupe Orozco,
of Openings: 2
Location: Cannon Health Building288 N 1460 WSalt Lake City, UT 84116
Schedule Code Description: This is a supervisory position. DHRM rules apply.
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Career Mobility: This position may be filled as a career mobility.
Schedule Code: AX - Employees in supervisory positions - This is a career service exempt at will position.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link:
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: .

Job Description
Intake/Waitlist Referral Program Administrator I
The Utah Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) seeks an Intake and Waiting List Program Administrator Ito be responsible for administering the intake/waiting list and referral program for the Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD).
Oversee and implement waiting list strategies to support the Intake and Waiting List team. Provide education and support to individuals/families waiting for DSPD services. Assist with updating internal assessments.
Why Join Our Team?

This is an opportunity to make a difference for Utah citizens while being a pivotal part of a dynamic team. You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as generous paid time off. Spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance. Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.
The Agency

The Department of Health Human Services is dedicated to provide care for individuals and families in Utah. Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) promotes opportunities and provides support for people with disabilities to lead self-determined lives by overseeing home and community-based services for more than 6,000 people who have disabilities. For more information on Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) click here.

Responsibilities
Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate waiting list program activities, services, and/or program implementation with private providers, other governmental entities, program users, etc.
• Supervise subordinate personnel including: hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.
• Develop, direct, and/or evaluate waiting list programs and temporary funding
• Represent the agency with federal, state, and local government units, in the media, or with private organizations.
• Provide technical assistance on agency issues, services, program(s), and/or computer hardware and software, etc.
• Assist with emergency referrals.
• Coordinate and refer services of community resources, placement providers, collateral agencies, the court, and/or other community partners with families, clients, or patients receiving services.
• Coordinate and review ESMC/emergency referrals, Needs Assessment. Questionnaire and Waitlist Surveys, Waitlist Transition, Needs Assessment Questionnaire Inter-rater reliability review, transition/community fairs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Has experience working with or knowledge of the Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD).
• Has experience working with individuals diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities, autism and/or acquired brain injury.
• Able to work at a fast pace and willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed.
• Has supervisory experience.

Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:

• The typical office setting for this job is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. However, you may encounter some risks that are associated with any office setting, for example, the safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Physical Requirements:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.The interview selection process is based on your answers to the application questions. Your answers to the questions on this application should be specific to the question that was asked and must be supported by your resume or work history otherwise you may not receive credit. Failure to answer the application questions completely and appropriately may result in disqualification, this includes copy/pasting your resume instead of answering the question. "See resume" or "see work history" are not acceptable answers to any question.Do you understand and agree to follow the above statement?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a current DSPD employee?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have working with individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities, related conditions, autism or acquired brain injury?

• No Experience
• 1 - 3 years
• 4 - 6 years
• 6 or more years

04

Please describe your experience working with individuals diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities, autism and/or acquired brain injury?
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How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

• No Experience
• 1 - 3 years
• 4 - 6 years
• 6 or more years

06

Please explain where you gained your supervisory experience to include who you were employed with, years of service, job duties, job titles and the number of people you were directly responsible for in each position.
07

How many years of experience do you have working with State Medicaid Services?

• No Experience
• 1 - 3 years
• 4 - 6 years
• 6 or more years

08

Please provide any experience or knowledge you have regarding State Medicaid Services
09

Please provide any experience or knowledge you have regarding Social Security Disability
10

Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.

• State of Utah job site
• Referred by a Friend or Family
• Indeed
• Other External Job Board or Site
• LinkedIn
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• DWS job website
• Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.)
• Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague)
• University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.)
• Contacted by a Recruiter
• Career or Job Fair
• Internship
• Interviewed for different position
• Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.)
• Other (not listed above)

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