Transition Coordinator (Preadmissions Screening Specialist) Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Initial posting date: 08/03/2026 • Application deadline: 08/17/2026 • Agency: Department of Human Services • Salary range: $4,738 - $7,247

About the Role

The Oregon Department of Human Services is guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. This position is bilingual Spanish preferred (not required). Applicants with bilingual Spanish language skills will receive a 5% bilingual salary differential after passing the language test.

This role provides services related to Diversion and Transition through the Home and Community Based Care waivered programs. Diversion services prevent individuals from becoming long-term residents of nursing facilities before Medicaid funding covers care costs. Transition services enable clients to move from nursing facilities into Home and Community Based Care (HCBC) settings.

Responsibilities

• Match community needs with available federal, state, and local programs or resources.
• Provide Diversion services to prevent long-term nursing facility placement.
• Facilitate Transition services for clients moving from nursing facilities to HCBC settings.
• Visit nursing facilities, HCBC settings, and hospitals to assess client needs.
• Collaborate with a diverse workforce to improve services for the elderly, people with disabilities, and communities.

Working Conditions

• Standard work week with potential irregular hours due to client needs.
• Regular day travel within the service area; occasional overnight travel for training.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Requirements

• Six (6) months of experience providing services to elderly or disabled persons.
• Knowledge in at least four of the following areas:
  • Medical and psycho-social problems of the elderly and disabled.
  • Normal and abnormal human development and behavior.
  • Intervention methods for the elderly and disabled.
  • Medical terminology and procedures.
  • Implications of illness or injury on clients and families.
  • State and federal rules about long-term care, medical services, and clients' rights.
  • Agency program policies and procedures.
  • Available community resources.
  • Crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, community relationships, or referral methods.

Skills

• Managing services for individuals.
• Working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Understanding and implementing Medicaid policies, OAR, and ORS.
• Making critical decisions using creative solutions and independent judgment.
• Gathering customer information to determine service needs.
• Working both independently and within a team.

Benefits

• Employee Resource Group communities for shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until reaching the top of the salary range).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Additional Information

• Permanent, full-time position represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• This recruitment may fill future vacancies in the same classification.
• Finalists will undergo a criminal history and background check; adverse results may lead to disqualification.
• No visa sponsorship offered; must complete I-9 form within three days of hire.
• Veterans and Oregon National Guard members eligible for employment preference.