Program Support Supervisor

State of Montana • Helena, MT

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About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS), within the Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Division, is hiring a Program Support Supervisor. The position assists with planning and directing developmental services programs and supervises the activities of the Program Support Section. It is responsible for work involving the 0208 Comprehensive, 1037 Supports for Community Working and Living, and 0667 Children’s Autism waivers. The supervisor also oversees Medicaid State Plan Services, Family Education and Support Services, contracts with organizations including PLUK, Therap, College of Direct Supports, Acumen, and the University of Montana, program eligibility and selection, and certain IT program support systems.

DPHHS serves Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, and well-being and empower independence. This public-service position offers the opportunity to support the state and its residents. The position may be eligible for partial telework within Montana, subject to conditions set by the supervisor and state policy.

Applicants must submit a state application through the Montana State Careers website, along with a cover letter, resume, and references. Applicants must mark each attachment as a relevant document. Successful applicants are subject to position-relevant background checks and must pass reference checks before an offer is extended. The position is open until filled, with frequent applicant screening.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Public Administration, Business, Social Work, or a related field.
• Four years of program management experience with a Medicaid, social services, or human services program.
• At least one year of experience working directly with individuals with a developmental disability or mental illness.
• One year of leadworker experience.
• Knowledge of program management and evaluation.
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities, related Medicaid services, and the developmental disability care system.
• Knowledge of personnel management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of adult training principles and practices.
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Submit a state application, cover letter, resume, and references through the State of Montana Careers website.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and directing developmental services programs.
• Supervise the activities of the Program Support Section.
• Oversee work involving the 0208 Comprehensive, 1037 Supports for Community Working and Living, and 0667 Children’s Autism waivers.
• Oversee Medicaid State Plan Services and Family Education and Support Services.
• Oversee contracts, including those with PLUK, Therap, College of Direct Supports, Acumen, and the University of Montana.
• Oversee program eligibility and selection.
• Oversee certain IT program support systems.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager