DHHS Program Specialist-MLTC
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State of Nebraska
Job Title: DHHS Program Specialist-MLTC
Closing Date/Time: Wed. 12/03/14 11:59 PM Central Time
Salary: $20.28/Hour
Job Type: PERM FULL TIME
Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
Department: Health & Human Services Department
Requisition #: 201404724
Position #: 25373042
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Description Benefits Supplemental Questions
Department of Health and Human Services - Long Term Services and Supports is looking to fill a Program Specialist position. Under limited supervision plans and coordinates the development, administration and evaluation of a statewide health and human services program(s); serves as a resource and consultant to provide technical assistance/advice to agency staff, clients and service providers; researches and develops program policy and performs quality assurance analysis and evaluation of assigned program(s); performs related work as assigned.
Work schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm
Examples of Work:
Job Duties: Performs program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of program activities to manage the day-to-day operational and technical functions of a specialized health and human service program(s). Researches, reviews, analyzes and interprets federal regulations, federal laws, state laws and their administrative requirements to formulate appropriate policies, procedures and interpretations for a specialized health and human services program(s). Drafts, develops and implements policy, procedure and program regulations related to assigned program(s) and ensures staff and service providers are working with uniform guidelines by evaluating and coordinating program policies and regulations. Attends and participates in Advisory Panel involving consumers and family members. The Advisory Panel will focus on key issues related to the smooth transition of participants from facilities to community-based services. Researches, reviews, analyzes and reports on federal regulations, state laws and administrative requirements that may affect an assigned program for intent and meaning and to formulate appropriate changes in State policies and procedures. Writes reports, position papers, impact statements and other documents to formulate policy material to cover specific areas of a health and human services program(s) by conducting research and meeting with other department staff, representatives of other agencies and health and/or human service providers. Develops and prepares for submission required federal and state reporting documents and related forms. Explains, clarifies and interprets operational practices, policies, procedures, federal and state regulations, contract requirements and activities related to assigned program(s) to agency staff, community organizations, members of the general public and contractors/service providers. Assesses program effectiveness, identifies education and outreach needs/requirements and develops and presents educational training to agency staff, community organizations, and service providers to enhance program services. Develops quality assurance processes, program improvement plans and processes for performance accountability; collects necessary data to evaluate, analyze and prepare written reports and recommendations. Researches established best practices and makes recommendations to agency staff, service providers and other community organizations for quality program service delivery. Develops the necessary resources and administrative support to ensure the program operates effectively and efficiently by coordinating with other departmental divisions or outside agencies. Monitors, assesses and evaluates service provider activities for compliance with policies, procedures and legal mandates; ensures all contractual requirements are met and in compliance with program standards. Reviews and monitors service provider and client historical data to ensure improper utilization of services has been avoided through comparison of established standards to actual services delivered and payments received. Prepares and presents informational presentations to agency staff, clients and service providers to explain the types of services and benefits available and the requirements of such, education on new or revised assistance programs and services and promote participation. Develops informational releases concerning program activities including memos, administrative bulletins and informational pamphlets for distribution to agency staff, service providers/contractors, representatives of community organizations and/or members of the general public to create awareness of program services, enrollment procedures, policies and authorizations. Approves providers for enrollment prior to submission for data processing by ensuring their compliance with program standards and proper completion and accuracy of the completed enrollment form. Establishes and maintains liaison with State and federal governmental agencies and local community groups involved with program(s) activities and/or functions. Serves on committees, boards, councils and/or advisory groups concerned with functions and activities of the assigned program(s).
Qualifications / Requirements:
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent coursework/training in public administration, social/behavioral sciences, healthcare or human services or professional experience working in a human/social service or health care agency with responsibility for planning or evaluating services, programs or operational policies and practices.
OTHER: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. Travel within the state.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: the principles and practices of public administration; procedure and policy development; methods and techniques of program planning; federal and state laws, rules, regulations and procedures pertaining to health and human services programs; public funds and budgeting methods; the principles and techniques of adult learning; quality assurance mechanisms; principles and techniques of planning, monitoring and evaluating human services programs and service delivery systems. Skill in: interpreting and/or clarifying policy to interested groups; conducting formal presentations to provide education and share information. Ability to: plan, organize and direct a major program; work collaboratively in a team setting; analyze, develop and organize materials; establish and maintain positive relationships with agency staff, service providers/contractors, community organizations and clients; communicate electronically, on paper or in person to promote, explain, discuss, advise and interact with interested groups on various program issues and problems; prepare and review technical documents such as summaries of state and federal regulations, action plans, reports, contracts and grants; understand, interpret and apply instructions, laws, rules, policies and procedures pertinent to the program; exercise independentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
State of Nebraska
Job Title: DHHS Program Specialist-MLTC
Closing Date/Time: Wed. 12/03/14 11:59 PM Central Time
Salary: $20.28/Hour
Job Type: PERM FULL TIME
Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
Department: Health & Human Services Department
Requisition #: 201404724
Position #: 25373042
Print Job Information-Apply
Description Benefits Supplemental Questions
Department of Health and Human Services - Long Term Services and Supports is looking to fill a Program Specialist position. Under limited supervision plans and coordinates the development, administration and evaluation of a statewide health and human services program(s); serves as a resource and consultant to provide technical assistance/advice to agency staff, clients and service providers; researches and develops program policy and performs quality assurance analysis and evaluation of assigned program(s); performs related work as assigned.
Work schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm
Examples of Work:
Job Duties: Performs program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of program activities to manage the day-to-day operational and technical functions of a specialized health and human service program(s). Researches, reviews, analyzes and interprets federal regulations, federal laws, state laws and their administrative requirements to formulate appropriate policies, procedures and interpretations for a specialized health and human services program(s). Drafts, develops and implements policy, procedure and program regulations related to assigned program(s) and ensures staff and service providers are working with uniform guidelines by evaluating and coordinating program policies and regulations. Attends and participates in Advisory Panel involving consumers and family members. The Advisory Panel will focus on key issues related to the smooth transition of participants from facilities to community-based services. Researches, reviews, analyzes and reports on federal regulations, state laws and administrative requirements that may affect an assigned program for intent and meaning and to formulate appropriate changes in State policies and procedures. Writes reports, position papers, impact statements and other documents to formulate policy material to cover specific areas of a health and human services program(s) by conducting research and meeting with other department staff, representatives of other agencies and health and/or human service providers. Develops and prepares for submission required federal and state reporting documents and related forms. Explains, clarifies and interprets operational practices, policies, procedures, federal and state regulations, contract requirements and activities related to assigned program(s) to agency staff, community organizations, members of the general public and contractors/service providers. Assesses program effectiveness, identifies education and outreach needs/requirements and develops and presents educational training to agency staff, community organizations, and service providers to enhance program services. Develops quality assurance processes, program improvement plans and processes for performance accountability; collects necessary data to evaluate, analyze and prepare written reports and recommendations. Researches established best practices and makes recommendations to agency staff, service providers and other community organizations for quality program service delivery. Develops the necessary resources and administrative support to ensure the program operates effectively and efficiently by coordinating with other departmental divisions or outside agencies. Monitors, assesses and evaluates service provider activities for compliance with policies, procedures and legal mandates; ensures all contractual requirements are met and in compliance with program standards. Reviews and monitors service provider and client historical data to ensure improper utilization of services has been avoided through comparison of established standards to actual services delivered and payments received. Prepares and presents informational presentations to agency staff, clients and service providers to explain the types of services and benefits available and the requirements of such, education on new or revised assistance programs and services and promote participation. Develops informational releases concerning program activities including memos, administrative bulletins and informational pamphlets for distribution to agency staff, service providers/contractors, representatives of community organizations and/or members of the general public to create awareness of program services, enrollment procedures, policies and authorizations. Approves providers for enrollment prior to submission for data processing by ensuring their compliance with program standards and proper completion and accuracy of the completed enrollment form. Establishes and maintains liaison with State and federal governmental agencies and local community groups involved with program(s) activities and/or functions. Serves on committees, boards, councils and/or advisory groups concerned with functions and activities of the assigned program(s).
Qualifications / Requirements:
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent coursework/training in public administration, social/behavioral sciences, healthcare or human services or professional experience working in a human/social service or health care agency with responsibility for planning or evaluating services, programs or operational policies and practices.
OTHER: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. Travel within the state.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: the principles and practices of public administration; procedure and policy development; methods and techniques of program planning; federal and state laws, rules, regulations and procedures pertaining to health and human services programs; public funds and budgeting methods; the principles and techniques of adult learning; quality assurance mechanisms; principles and techniques of planning, monitoring and evaluating human services programs and service delivery systems. Skill in: interpreting and/or clarifying policy to interested groups; conducting formal presentations to provide education and share information. Ability to: plan, organize and direct a major program; work collaboratively in a team setting; analyze, develop and organize materials; establish and maintain positive relationships with agency staff, service providers/contractors, community organizations and clients; communicate electronically, on paper or in person to promote, explain, discuss, advise and interact with interested groups on various program issues and problems; prepare and review technical documents such as summaries of state and federal regulations, action plans, reports, contracts and grants; understand, interpret and apply instructions, laws, rules, policies and procedures pertinent to the program; exercise independentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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