Transition Coordinator (Preadmissions Screening Specialist) Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Initial posting: August 3, 2026 • Application deadline: August 17, 2026

About the role

The Oregon Department of Human Services seeks a Transition Coordinator (Preadmissions Screening Specialist) to match community needs with federal, state, and local programs or resources. This position supports elderly individuals, people with disabilities, and communities through Diversion and Transition services under Home and Community Based Care waivered programs.

Bilingual Spanish skills are preferred but not required. Applicants with bilingual proficiency may receive a 5% salary differential after passing a language test.

Responsibilities

• Provide Diversion services to prevent long-term nursing facility residency before Medicaid funding begins, including while a person is in a skilled nursing facility or acute care hospital.
• Deliver Transition services to enable clients to move from nursing facilities with Medicaid funding to Home and Community Based Care (HCBC) settings.
• Assess client needs and connect them with appropriate programs and resources.
• Visit nursing facilities, HCBC settings, and hospitals to coordinate care and services.
• Navigate and apply state and federal rules regarding long-term care, medical services, and clients’ rights.
• Work in a fast-paced, evolving environment, making critical decisions and resolving problems using independent judgment.
• Gather information from clients to determine service needs and implement creative solutions.
• Collaborate within a team and work independently to support diverse client populations.

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 months of experience providing services to elderly or disabled individuals.
• 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.
• Experience managing services for individuals in a dynamic work environment.
• Understanding and implementation of Medicaid programs, OAR, and ORS policies.
• Ability to make critical decisions, resolve problems, and work both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

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

Pay

$4,738 – $7,247 per month.

Additional Information

• Permanent, full-time position represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference eligible.
• Finalists will undergo a criminal history and background check; adverse results may disqualify candidates.
• No visa sponsorship available. Must complete I-9 form and E-Verify confirmation within three days of hire.