Program Specialist DHW - MED

Description

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

*THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

The Bureau of Population Health in the Division of Medicaid is seeking a Program Specialist DHW. This is a statewide position and would report to the nearest DHW location. This position will support the Healthy Connections Value Care Program, Medicaid’s first value-based care arrangement in which value care organizations are held accountable for improving outcomes and meeting cost targets in exchange for an ability to share in savings. This position will provide programmatic support to the current HCVC program and assist in the development of new value-based care initiatives. We are seeking individuals with knowledge of value-based care arrangements, policy interpretation and development, program development and implementation, and contract development and monitoring.

The ideal candidate will have experience and/or knowledge in healthcare, project management, quality, and compliance. We are seeking an individual who is adept at policy interpretation, analysis and development, contract development, and tracking critical details for the value-based care initiatives.

This position will report to the Program Manger and will work closely with colleagues throughout the Division, as well as with external stakeholders.

The Division of Medicaid provides healthcare coverage and services to promote the social, economic, behavioral, and physical health for over 300,000 Idahoans. Idaho Medicaid promotes an outcome-based, efficient health and human services delivery system.

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

If you have previously applied for this position and wish to be considered for one of the current vacancies, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used.

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 and researches regulations, programs, methods, and issues. 
• Develops and recommends policies and procedures. 
• Determines and recommends program structure and methods of implementation and service delivery. 
• Respond to critical inquires and stakeholder technical assistance requests. 
• Assist in the development and implementation of projects through research, collaboration, and communication. 
• Develop and track detailed project plans, implementation plans, work plans, and timelines. 
• Participate in quality assurance and continuous quality improvement efforts. 
• Provide ongoing review of operational objectives and develop plans to measure effectiveness.

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.

• Experience developing; recommending and evaluating operating procedures and recommending changes. Typically gained by 

  approximately one year of experience where this was a primary responsibility of the job. This experience may include participation in a regional or statewide quality assurance team, business change or project team or a similar assignment.
• Experience developing technical written materials such as policies, technical manuals or rules/regulations. Typically gained by at least one year experience working in a business setting developing training materials, reports, policy and/or procedure manuals, written interpretations of law, rules, or policies, or any related background which would be considered similar. 
• Experience providing technical program assistance to staff. Typically gained by at least one year of experience providing technical assistance to staff in a business setting which could include formal and informal assignments to assist, mentor or train new staff. 

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

• Good knowledge of healthcare, reimbursement methodologies, and managed care. Typically gained by at least two (2) years of experience related to healthcare in a public or private organization which included policy interpretation and evaluation; contract review and interpretation; and understanding state rules and regulations for health-related programs. 
• Good knowledge of Health and human service programs. Typically gained by at least two years of professional experience developing, evaluating, supporting, and/or administering health and human service programs. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, business, health administration, health education, health sciences, or related field is preferred. 

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(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.