Autism Waiver Consultant Services

The vendor is required to provide autism waiver consultant services for include:
•    Monitor secure server and dedicated emails for the transfer of information from provider agencies, service coordinators, families, and the department
•    Screen individualized education programs (IEPS) and submitted documentation to determine technical eligibility for individuals waiting to receive an opportunity to apply to the aw 
•    Respond to inquiries from families seeking information about services and makes appropriate and informed referrals 
•    Assist with the tracking of statewide aw registry letters, refining and managing the registry tracking database and developing formative and summative reports on the status of registry letters 
•    Work collaboratively with the department, and their vendor that manages the aw registry, to support a seamless transition of registrants to the aw waitlist and through the invitation to apply process as requested. 
•    Refine and manage the tracking of statewide aw application letters in the online application tracking system (oats) and long-term services and supports system (LTSS) state to link with aw waitlist and develop formative and summative reports on the status of aw applications 
•    Monitor progress and track correspondence regarding eligibility determination for prospective aw participants 
•    Track data, analyze trends, and prepare quarterly performance reports as per the centers for medicare and Medicaid services (CMS) approved AW application, legislative requests, and departmental needs 
•    Track status of programming for transition youth (ty) and update tracking databases as required 
•    Review and approve aw requests and documents as requested, such as: plans of care (POC), requests for billing or technical support, live-in caregiver (LICG) exemption requests, etc.
•    Conduct training and technical assistance to service coordinators and provider agencies as requested 
•    Assist the provider interagency Medicaid monitoring team (PIMMT) with monitoring aw provider agencies to ensure compliance with the code of state.

- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: September 10, 2025