Disability Program Specialist II/SCL

Disability Program Specialist II/SCL

Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is Kentucky's Center on Disability. HDI is seeking to fill a Disability Program Specialist II/SCL position. This position is funded through a contract within Kentucky DBHDID Division Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DDID) and will work with the Supports Community Living (SCL) waiver program. For further information regarding the SCL waiver program, please visit:

This Disability Program Specialist II/SCL position will serve as a Quality Administrator / Certification Reviewer. Primary responsibilities include: conducting provider certification reviews, monitoring Corrective Action Plan (CAP) implementation, and submitting required documentation within established timeframes. Providing technical assistance to agencies to address regulatory non-compliance, quality of service concerns, and crisis situations, while responding promptly to inquiries and complaints. Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all certification and technical assistance documentation, maintaining an up-to-date calendar, and submitting travel records in a timely manner. Completing special projects, assignments, and mandatory training while actively pursuing professional development opportunities.

This is a remote position based from a home office and is open to candidates residing anywhere within the state of Kentucky. Statewide travel is required.

The ideal candidate will possess strong working knowledge of Supports for Community Living (SCL) and Michelle P. Waiver (MPW) programs, alongside experience in disability services. Candidates should demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong writing abilities, and basic computer proficiency. The ability to work independently without direct daily supervision, perform quality assurance tasks, and travel statewide as needed is required.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience - Driver's license preferred.

Deadline to Apply - 08/14/2026

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have experience working with individuals and their families in a direct support or case management role?
2. * Are you able to work independently with minimal supervision?
3. * How would you describe your team skills, specifically working as part of a team that is spread out in various locations? (Open Ended Question)
4. * How do you build collaboration between parties that may not agree or get along? (Open Ended Question)
5. * The essential functions of this position will require you to travel throughout Kentucky. Are you able to meet this requirement with or without a reasonable accommodation?

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents