State of Alaska
Health Program Manager 2 (C/C-PCN 062364)
State of Alaska, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507
Health Program Manager 2 (C/C-PCN 062364)
*The Recruitment Period For This Job Posting Has Been Extended*
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our
residency definition
to determine if you qualify. IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires that the successful applicant meet the definition of a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) as defined below and have
at least one year
working directly with individuals with intellectual or other developmental disabilities:
42 CFR 483.430 (a) (1), a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional is one of the following: - A licensed psychologist (Master's prepared) - A licensed physician (MD or DO) - A social worker (Bachelor's or Master's prepared) - An occupational therapist - A physical therapist - A speech pathologist or audiologist - A Registered Nurse - Professional recreation staff (an individual with a Bachelor's in a recreation specialty (art, music, physical education) - An individual with a Bachelor's in a human services field (sociology, special education, rehabilitation, counseling, psychology). What you will be doing:
In this role, you will serve as a Care Coordinator/Health Program Manager 2 for individuals receiving support through Home and community-based Medicaid waivers or out-of-state in Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disability (ICF/IID). This position is responsible for person-centered planning and coordination, developing and submitting support plans (SP), transition planning, and evaluating service effectiveness. Applicants are expected to follow overarching program policies and rules independently. In this role, you will:
Use a person-centered planning process to design a support plan for recipients with diverse needs. Make regular in-person contacts as prescribed in the current regulations with all HCB waiver recipients assigned and regular contact with applicants/recipients, families, care providers, other agencies, and stakeholders. Additionally, you may be required to contact recipients in settings outside of Alaska. Provide consultation to ensure compliance with SDS service principles, program standards, regulations, and statutes, as well as to ensure quality of care. Represent professional decisions throughout the Fair Hearing appeal process (7 AAC 49) as necessary. Gather, maintain, and assist with analyzing, interpreting, and reporting programmatic data to plan or reconfigure systems to improve service efficiency and quality, including providing technical assistance and conducting home and/or site visits as directed. Be eligible to be a certified Care Coordinator in compliance with the Care Coordination Conditions of Participation under 7 AAC 130.240. Our organization, mission, and culture:
Our mission is to promote health, well-being, and safety for individuals with disabilities, seniors, and vulnerable adults by facilitating access to quality services and supports that foster independence, personal choice, and dignity. The benefits of joining our team:
By joining our team, you can work with a group of professionals committed to the well-being and safety of seniors and individuals with disabilities. The IDD unit is a highly functional, multi-disciplinary team that genuinely loves what we do, our team, and the people we serve. We strive daily to provide quality services to Alaskans with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The working environment you can expect:
Team members and supervisors are located in Anchorage at 1835 Bragaw Street, which is convenient to shops, restaurants, and trails. This position is scheduled for a 7.5-hour workday, but start and stop time can be flexible between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Additionally, following the standard probationary period, a telework agreement is an option for full-time employees. Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, the candidate must meet the competencies listed in the Minimum Qualifications below. A cover letter is NOT required for this position. To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for Health Program Manager 2:
Health Program Manager 2 Minimum Qualifications
Competency Description The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations, as opposed to specific tasks, and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. Analysis and Assessment:
Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. Writing:
Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (e.g., facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material and information that is appropriate for the intended audience. Community Dimensions of Practice:
Distinguishes the roles and responsibilities of governmental and non-governmental organizations in providing programs and services to improve the health of a community. Partnering:
Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals. Public Health:
Applies knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, methods, and tools associated with protecting and improving the health of people and their communities, including promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, and detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious diseases. Equivalent to those typically gained by: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biological, health or behavioral science; health practice; education; public, healthcare, or business administration; or a closely related field; AND/OR Progressively responsible professional experience performing health program planning, development, coordination, evaluation, or implementation; providing technical health care assistance and consultation; conducting health care utilization or quality assurance examinations; and/or delivering health care. Additional Required Information
At the time of application, please submit the following: Provide two (2) of your most recent job performance evaluations. If they are not available, then provide two (2) letters of recommendation from someone who knows you professionally. Preferred at time of application:
A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay; please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts) is used to support that you meet the minimum qualification competencies and QIDP. At the time of the interview, the applicant(s) are requested to submit the following: Three (3) professional references whom we may contact by phone, one (1) of whom must be your current or most recent supervisor. A writing sample of a professional email on a topic that will be assigned during the scheduling of the interview. Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission. Contact Information
For specific information about the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at: Corina Castillo-Shepard/Health Program Manager 2
Phone:
(907) 454-2977
Email:
corina.castillo-shepard@alaska.gov
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residency definition
to determine if you qualify. IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires that the successful applicant meet the definition of a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) as defined below and have
at least one year
working directly with individuals with intellectual or other developmental disabilities:
42 CFR 483.430 (a) (1), a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional is one of the following: - A licensed psychologist (Master's prepared) - A licensed physician (MD or DO) - A social worker (Bachelor's or Master's prepared) - An occupational therapist - A physical therapist - A speech pathologist or audiologist - A Registered Nurse - Professional recreation staff (an individual with a Bachelor's in a recreation specialty (art, music, physical education) - An individual with a Bachelor's in a human services field (sociology, special education, rehabilitation, counseling, psychology). What you will be doing:
In this role, you will serve as a Care Coordinator/Health Program Manager 2 for individuals receiving support through Home and community-based Medicaid waivers or out-of-state in Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disability (ICF/IID). This position is responsible for person-centered planning and coordination, developing and submitting support plans (SP), transition planning, and evaluating service effectiveness. Applicants are expected to follow overarching program policies and rules independently. In this role, you will:
Use a person-centered planning process to design a support plan for recipients with diverse needs. Make regular in-person contacts as prescribed in the current regulations with all HCB waiver recipients assigned and regular contact with applicants/recipients, families, care providers, other agencies, and stakeholders. Additionally, you may be required to contact recipients in settings outside of Alaska. Provide consultation to ensure compliance with SDS service principles, program standards, regulations, and statutes, as well as to ensure quality of care. Represent professional decisions throughout the Fair Hearing appeal process (7 AAC 49) as necessary. Gather, maintain, and assist with analyzing, interpreting, and reporting programmatic data to plan or reconfigure systems to improve service efficiency and quality, including providing technical assistance and conducting home and/or site visits as directed. Be eligible to be a certified Care Coordinator in compliance with the Care Coordination Conditions of Participation under 7 AAC 130.240. Our organization, mission, and culture:
Our mission is to promote health, well-being, and safety for individuals with disabilities, seniors, and vulnerable adults by facilitating access to quality services and supports that foster independence, personal choice, and dignity. The benefits of joining our team:
By joining our team, you can work with a group of professionals committed to the well-being and safety of seniors and individuals with disabilities. The IDD unit is a highly functional, multi-disciplinary team that genuinely loves what we do, our team, and the people we serve. We strive daily to provide quality services to Alaskans with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The working environment you can expect:
Team members and supervisors are located in Anchorage at 1835 Bragaw Street, which is convenient to shops, restaurants, and trails. This position is scheduled for a 7.5-hour workday, but start and stop time can be flexible between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Additionally, following the standard probationary period, a telework agreement is an option for full-time employees. Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, the candidate must meet the competencies listed in the Minimum Qualifications below. A cover letter is NOT required for this position. To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for Health Program Manager 2:
Health Program Manager 2 Minimum Qualifications
Competency Description The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations, as opposed to specific tasks, and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. Analysis and Assessment:
Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. Writing:
Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (e.g., facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material and information that is appropriate for the intended audience. Community Dimensions of Practice:
Distinguishes the roles and responsibilities of governmental and non-governmental organizations in providing programs and services to improve the health of a community. Partnering:
Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals. Public Health:
Applies knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, methods, and tools associated with protecting and improving the health of people and their communities, including promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, and detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious diseases. Equivalent to those typically gained by: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biological, health or behavioral science; health practice; education; public, healthcare, or business administration; or a closely related field; AND/OR Progressively responsible professional experience performing health program planning, development, coordination, evaluation, or implementation; providing technical health care assistance and consultation; conducting health care utilization or quality assurance examinations; and/or delivering health care. Additional Required Information
At the time of application, please submit the following: Provide two (2) of your most recent job performance evaluations. If they are not available, then provide two (2) letters of recommendation from someone who knows you professionally. Preferred at time of application:
A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay; please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts) is used to support that you meet the minimum qualification competencies and QIDP. At the time of the interview, the applicant(s) are requested to submit the following: Three (3) professional references whom we may contact by phone, one (1) of whom must be your current or most recent supervisor. A writing sample of a professional email on a topic that will be assigned during the scheduling of the interview. Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission. Contact Information
For specific information about the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at: Corina Castillo-Shepard/Health Program Manager 2
Phone:
(907) 454-2977
Email:
corina.castillo-shepard@alaska.gov
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