Disability Services Specialist Supervisor
Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Omaha
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services -
Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE, Omaha, NE Hiring Rate: $28.249 Job
Posting: JR2026-00024373 Disability Services Specialist Supervisor
(Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed,
job is posted as open until closed): 04-01-2026 Job Description: Do
you have experience leading, monitoring, or supervising a team, as
well as experience with Medicaid, HCBS waivers, or human services
leadership? We’re looking for a Waiver Services Specialist
Supervisor to lead a strong team and help make sure waiver services
are accurate, timely, and centered on the people we serve. Join the
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and help support
individuals across the state who are aging or who have physical
disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, or
intellectual/developmental disabilities. What We Offer: 156%
state-matched retirement contribution 13 paid holidays Generous
leave benefits Tuition reimbursement Public Service Loan
Forgiveness (PSLF) 79% employer-paid health insurance Dental and
vision coverage Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance Career growth
opportunities As a Waiver Services Specialist Supervisor, you will:
Lead with Purpose: Supervise and support a team of Waiver Services
Specialists who determine eligibility and funding for a variety of
HCBS Waivers (including AD, TBI, CDD, DDAD, and FSW). Coach and
Mentor: Provide training, technical assistance, and performance
feedback to ensure high-quality service delivery and continuous
professional growth. Strengthen Systems: Develop and implement
internal procedures, monitor compliance, and ensure consistency in
waiver operations and eligibility determinations. Collaborate
Broadly: Serve as a liaison between DHHS, Medicaid providers,
families, and stakeholders to resolve concerns and ensure timely,
effective services. Drive Outcomes: Analyze medical documentation,
evaluate level of care, authorize Medicaid payments, and guide
staff through appeals and dispute resolution processes. Improve
Processes: Track data, create training tools, and support
continuous improvement in program evaluation and service quality.
We're seeking experienced professionals who bring: A strong
background in human services, Medicaid programs, or HCBS waiver
management. Proven leadership or supervisory experience leading
others in complex service delivery environments. Excellent
problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. A
commitment to accuracy, timeliness, and person-centered practices.
Requirements/Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s
degree and professional experience in: education, psychology,
social work, sociology, human services, or a related field; and
experience within a specialized developmental disabilities service
system in the delivery of habilitation and/or case management
services. Experience leading, coordinating, directing, monitoring,
and/or supervising others. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity
with Nebraska’s Aged & Disabled or DD service systems, statutes,
and waiver processes. Experience supervising in a health or human
services setting. Knowledge of Medicaid Home and Community-Based
Services (HCBS) Waivers. Experience with Therap, NFocus, and
Microsoft Office programs. Other: Valid driver’s license and access
to reliable transportation Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong
knowledge of HCBS Waivers and community-based support systems.
Skill in coaching teams, managing performance, and problem-solving
with empathy and efficiency. Ability to interpret regulations,
analyze medical/functional documentation, and make eligibility
determinations. Effective communication, time management, and
organizational abilities. A passion for supporting individuals to
live full, self-directed lives in their communities. If you're
currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply
through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and
open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page:
https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive
package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and
professional development opportunities to help you get the most out
of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total
compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to
offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and
employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit:
https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.htmlbenefits Equal Opportunity
Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a
supportive environment that strives to promote diversity,
inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in
all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race,
color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital
status or genetics.
Keywords: State of Nebraska, Lincoln , Disability Services Specialist Supervisor, Human Resources , Omaha, Nebraska
