Assessment Specialist (Regional Office)
State of Missouri
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- Categories: Administrative Analysis and Research
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jul 31, 2025
Job Description:
Assessment Specialist (Regional Office)
Description
Job Location: This position can be domiciled at any Regional Office throughout the State of MO. Eligible for remote and hybrid options. No on-call.Why you’ll love this position:
The Missouri Department of Mental Health, Division of Developmental Disabilities is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Offering support across the lifespan, the Division implements a statewide system of services that focus on assuring health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment.
- Obtain certification to administer the Missouri Adaptive Abilities Scale (MAAS)
- Administer the MAAS virtually utilizing a video conferencing platform
- Assess individuals utilizing direct observation, interaction, and engagement skills
- Gather information from informants utilizing structured interviewing methods
- Score the MAAS protocol simultaneously during assessment administration
- Complete an average of four (4) assessments per work day and/or twenty (20) assessments per work week
- Coordinate and communicate with various professionals and persons involved with the individual’s eligibility determination and/or service planning
- Schedule and/or reschedule assessments utilizing an online scheduling solution
- Input assessment data into multiple sources, systems, and platforms
- Attend trainings, meetings, and other events virtually and/or in-person, as requested (minimal State-wide travel necessary)
Typical Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Valid MO Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications:
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- Bachelor’s degree in a human services field
- Experience administering standardized assessments, determining programmatic eligibility, conducting structured interviews, and experience with Medicaid-funded Home and Community Based Services, or other public assistance benefits.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
To Apply:
Upload a cover letter, resume, and college transcript.
Complete information must be provided for your request to be considered . Documentation supporting your eligibility (transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process.
If you have any questions about this position, please email/call Human Resources at: Danielle.Johnson@dmh.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.