Program Specialist - MED

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. 

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Medicaid, is currently seeking a Program Specialist to support the Financial Recovery Unit and work independently and serve as a Subject Matter Expert for the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program. This position is located in downtown Boise. Successful candidates must display reliability, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to successfully coordinate and complete multiple tasks.

This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training.

BENEFITS:

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION 

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. 

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• 11 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start 
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Identifies deceased Medicaid recipients over age 55 and any estate resources for recovery of Medicaid funds.
• Researches policy, regulations, and other resources and develops interpretations.
• Determines appropriate collection techniques for recovery of Medicaid funds from various sources.
• Works with program staff to determine trends and resolve technical problems.
• Responds to inquiries from field staff and other department units, state officials, and the public.
• Plans and implements quality strategies and measures and conducts quality assurance reviews.
• Develops program forms and letter templates.
• Prepares program informational material for the media, legislators, other agencies, providers, clients, and the public.
• Develops and provides program related training to others.
• Reviews reports and case samples to determine accuracy and adequacy of program policy implementation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Some knowledge of management practices. Typically gained by completion of a college-level courseOR20 hours of management training that included all the essential elements of management (Planning, Organizing, Leading, Controlling)OR three months of experience performing all management elements.
• Some knowledge of program or project planning and implementation. Typically gained by at least one year of experience on a committee or with a group that involved program planning and implementation.
• Experience developing and evaluating policies and procedures. Typically gained by at least six months of experience writing or assisting in reviewing/auditing and developing policies, procedures, field memorandums. directives or post orders.

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.

• Experience developing and evaluating policies, procedures, training and presentation materials; reviewing documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Typically gained by at least one year of professional work experience where this was part of the job responsibility. 
• Good knowledge of current Medicaid Financial Recovery Office programs and their associated services and policies. Typically gained by at least one year of professional work experience where this was part of the job responsibility.

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If you have questions, please contact us at:

Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.

(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL:[email protected] 
PHONE:(208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.