MPW Evaluator PRN position - Developmental Services

Job Description:ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSConducts MPW assessment, including a face-to-face visit with the individual in the home within the 14 day deadline, or other deadline, as established by state criteria. Assesses and documents the individual's physical health, mental health, social supports, and environment, using assessment tool designated by the state. Observes and interviews the individual and his or her representatives or family members to identify the needs and services that the recipient or recipient's family cannot manage or arrange on the individual's behalf. Explains paperwork to the individual, and/or guardian, and has them complete the Freedom of Choice form, along with other state and agency required paperwork, at the face-to-face assessment visit. Provides potential MPW recipients and/or family members with information about the MPW and available case management providers. Arranges for submission of the MPW evaluation to the Quality Improvement Organization, which determines the Level-of-Care approval or denial, and the assessment and/or reassessment to the respective MPW provider upon approval of the Level of Care. Assists the individual with the appeal procedures in the event of a Level-of-Care denial and upon the request of the individual or his or her family.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.EDUCATION- Registered nurse or social worker (defined by regulation as a person with a Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology or a related field as approved by Medicaid)- Or certified psychologist with autonomous functioning- Or licensed psychological practitioner- Or licensed marriage and family therapist- Or licensed professional counselor.EXPERIENCE- One year experience with the DD/ID population is required, with a Bachelor's degree, or six months' experience with the population with a Master's degree.- Good interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills.- Working knowledge of the MPW and eligibility criteria.- Reliable transportation for frequent travel.PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Position has no unusual physical demands.- Position requires travel to offsite locations and may require walking or standing, stooping or bending.- Position requires extensive work in client's homes, occasionally entailing modestly unpleasant situations.Time Type:Part timeSeven Counties Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, disability, s exual orientation, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Created: 2026-02-24