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Posted: January 30, 2026 (4 days ago)

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RFS Reviewer

State of Utah

250 Health & Human Services

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Location

Salary

$24.60 - $36.94

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Type

Closes

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves reviewing and processing requests for extra services for people with disabilities in Utah's state programs, ensuring everything follows rules for funding and support plans.

It suits someone who cares about helping others live independently, has worked with disabled individuals, and can handle paperwork and team coordination on their own.

Ideal candidates are good listeners with strong people skills and an understanding of different cultures.

Key Requirements

  • Experience supporting individuals with disabilities to lead self-determined lives
  • Knowledge of Person-Centered thinking and processes
  • Knowledge of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)
  • Knowledge of HCBS Setting Rule
  • Strong interpersonal skills and cultural competence
  • Ability to work independently and proactively
  • Ability to collaborate with diverse groups and varying interests

Full Job Description

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DSPD Program Specialist II for Request for Services Team


The Division of Services for People with Disabilities, within the Department of Human Services, is looking for a dedicated professional to fill our Program Specialist II position. The Program Specialist II will validate and process such requests for additional services per program criteria.

The Agency
The Department of 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 5,000 people who have disabilities. For more information on Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) click here!

Requirements

  • Process requests for additional services (RFS) within the Medicaid Waiver and related contract requirements for Home and Community-Based Services waiver programs
  • Process RFS through private support coordination (SCE) for direct service contractors on USTEPS case management system per RFS criteria.
  • Maintains division controls over services and related coding for units and rate and duration within the array of contracted services.
  • Applies RFS program and fiscal controls related to needed PCSP changes.
  • Implements the process and controls of the DSPD Individual Budget Worksheets (IBWS) for an individualized PCSP budget needing updates by the SCE.
  • Demonstrates leadership in accomplishing DSPD division mission, goals, and objectives.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Has experience supporting individuals with disabilities to lead self-determined lives.
  • Has experience in Person-Centered thinking and processes.
  • Has knowledge of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)
  • Has knowledge of HCBS Setting Rule
  • Has strong interpersonal skills
  • Has a strong understanding of cultural competence
  • Has the ability to work well independently
  • Is an excellent listener who is also proactive
  • Has the ability to work well with a wide range of people with varying interests.


Additional Information

  • 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.
  • DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees
  • This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days. Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/30/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/31/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-utah-5219916