OPT Software Consultant Jobs
Software Consultant jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in computer science, information systems, or engineering. Most roles qualify as STEM occupations, making you eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Employers in this space regularly sponsor H-1B visas, giving you a realistic path beyond your initial OPT period.
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JOB SUMMARY
Provides senior level support to older adults and people with physical or intellectual disabilities in the navigation of the IRIS program - Wisconsin's fully self-directed long-term supports and services (LTSS) program. Manages a complex participant caseload, promotes consistent application of program requirements, serves as a peer resource, and supports supervisory and team initiatives that strengthen service quality, compliance, and participant outcomes within the Wisconsin IRIS program.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Manages a complex IRIS participant caseload and delivers consultation, planning, monitoring, and follow-up activities in accordance with program requirements, participant needs, and established service standards.
- Conducts required participant contacts, including in-person visits and annual home visits, and remains responsive to participant requests in support of the self-directed nature of the IRIS program.
- Delivers and oversees orientation to new participants regarding program rights, responsibilities, enrollment documentation, and stewardship of public funds.
- Facilitates person-centered planning by assessing participant goals, relationships, natural supports, community connections, employment interests, backup plans, and awareness of available program options.
- Guides and partners with participants in identifying desired outcomes and monitors plans on an ongoing basis to ensure services remain aligned with participant goals, budgets, and program requirements established by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
- Ensures accurate and timely documentation of participant contacts, planning activities, plan changes, and required system updates within established turnaround times.
- Guides participants in understanding budget reports, amendment requests, one-time expense processes, provider payment issues, and other administrative requirements to support compliant budget management.
- Researches and shares community resources, natural supports, and service options that advance participant outcomes and reduce barriers to successful plan implementation.
- Identifies, escalates, and helps resolve participant, service, documentation, or compliance issues by applying sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of program requirements.
- Serves as a peer resource to other IRIS Consultants by sharing best practices, reinforcing consistent service delivery and documentation practices, and supporting onboarding and mentoring of less experienced staff.
- Supports supervisors and operational leaders through participation in team initiatives, committees, workgroups, audits, workflow support, and other assigned activities that improve team performance and program effectiveness.
- Promotes compliance with company policies, confidentiality standards, and applicable program requirements while maintaining effective working relationships with participants, colleagues, and internal and external partners.
- Attends and actively participates in team meetings, case consultation, training, and continuous improvement efforts to support consistent, high-quality IRIS Consulting services.
- Local travel required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 4 years of experience related to the delivery of social services to target populations, including older adults and individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, counseling, nursing, special education, or a closely related field (or 4 years of commensurate experience if no degree).
- Valid and unrestricted driver’s license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance for job related travel requirements unless otherwise required by law.
- Knowledge of long-term care programs and familiarity with principles of self-determination, person-centered planning, and community-based service coordination.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and participant needs.
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills, including the ability to identify risks, evaluate options, and recommend appropriate next steps.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with participants, families, providers, and internal partners.
- Ability to adapt communication and work style to a variety of settings, diverse populations, personalities, and sensitive personal situations.
- Resourceful approach to researching community resources, resolving issues, and supporting participant access to services and natural supports.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other technology used for documentation, communication, reporting, and data entry in online systems and databases.
Demonstrated ability to model consistency, provide peer support, and reinforce established policies, procedures, and service expectations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting onboarding, mentoring, training, or peer development activities.
- Demonstrated experience participating in committees, special projects, quality initiatives, or process improvement efforts.
Strong working knowledge of IRIS program operations, documentation expectations, and company policies and procedures.
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the Internal Job Board.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V
PAY RANGE
$21.82 - $42.55 / HOURLY
Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Software Consultant
Verify your degree field supports the role
Software Consultant positions typically require a degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field. Confirm your degree aligns with the job description before applying, since USCIS evaluates degree-to-role fit when authorizing OPT employment.
Confirm STEM OPT eligibility early
Most Software Consultant roles at accredited employers qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Check that your degree program is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List before your initial OPT period ends to avoid gaps in work authorization.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment during outreach
STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Raise this early in conversations with hiring managers or recruiters, not after receiving an offer, so you can confirm eligibility without creating awkwardness at the offer stage.
Target consulting firms with established OPT processes
Large consulting firms and technology-focused staffing companies often have dedicated HR teams experienced with OPT work authorization and I-983 training plan requirements. These employers are less likely to withdraw offers due to authorization complexity or unfamiliarity with the process.
Understand how consulting structures affect your OPT
Some Software Consultant roles place you at client sites rather than the employer's office. Your OPT authorization is tied to your primary employer, not the client. Make sure your employment authorization documents reflect the correct legal employer entity before starting work.
Track your OPT end date against H-1B lottery timing
H-1B registration opens in March each year, with an October 1 start date for selected petitions. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're not selected, you'll need a cap-gap extension or alternative visa. Plan your job search timeline accordingly.
Software Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Consultant job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Software Consultant roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or a related STEM field on the Department of Homeland Security's designated list. The employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and willing to sign the I-983 training plan. Confirm both conditions with the employer before accepting an offer.
Can I work as a Software Consultant on OPT at a client site?
Yes, but your OPT authorization is tied to your direct employer, not the end client where you're placed. The employer of record who signed your offer letter is responsible for your I-983 training plan and E-Verify enrollment. Make sure your employment documents accurately reflect the legal employer, since working under an incorrect entity can create compliance issues with your DSO and USCIS.
How do I find Software Consultant jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate lists Software Consultant roles from employers with a verified history of OPT and H-1B sponsorship, so you can filter out positions that won't support your work authorization. Searching there saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, often after multiple interview rounds.
What should I include in my I-983 training plan for a Software Consultant role?
Your I-983 training plan should describe the technical skills you'll develop, the specific projects you'll work on, and how the work connects to your STEM degree. For Software Consultant roles, this typically includes systems analysis, software implementation, client-facing technical problem solving, and relevant technologies used on the job. Your employer's HR or immigration team usually prepares this, but reviewing it for accuracy is your responsibility.
What happens to my OPT status if I'm between consulting contracts?
F-1 OPT regulations allow up to 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT and up to 150 days during the STEM OPT extension. If you're between consulting engagements through the same employer, you're generally still considered employed. If your employer relationship ends entirely, the unemployment clock starts. Notify your DSO promptly if your employment situation changes to keep your SEVIS record accurate.