Program Specialist 2 (31012)

State of Montana • Helena, MT

101d • $33 - $33

About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division, Children's Mental Health Bureau. This position oversees all activities under multiple Medicaid programs, which seek to increase access to mental health services for youth and families. This position is responsible for programs such as inpatient psychiatric care, psychiatric residential treatment facilities (PRTF), therapeutic group home (TGH), partial hospitalization programs, home support services, therapeutic foster care, targeted case management services, outpatient psychotherapy, day treatment, and community based psychiatric rehabilitation and support (CBPRS). This position is responsible for ongoing development and maintenance of these programs. This position coordinates initiatives with services providers, communities, and offers technical assistance to providers in order to implement programs to fidelity, evaluate the impact of programs, and support program sustainability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, human services (including counseling or social work) or related field.
• Two years of work experience in program management, preferably healthcare related.
• General knowledge of Medicaid and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of program management principles and practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Medicaid or other healthcare programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities under multiple Medicaid programs to increase access to mental health services for youth and families.
• Manage programs including inpatient psychiatric care, psychiatric residential treatment facilities, therapeutic group homes, and more.
• Coordinate initiatives with service providers and communities.
• Provide technical assistance to providers to implement programs effectively.
• Evaluate the impact of programs and support program sustainability.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree