Program Specialist 12.12.24

Job Description:

Program Specialist 12.12.24

Description

The MO HealthNet Division has an opening for a Program Specialist within the Clinical Program and Policy Unit located in Cole County.

Semi-monthly salary: $2,322.31

Job Location: This position is located at the Howerton State Office Building; 615 Howerton Court, Jefferson City, MO.

The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

Why you’ll love this position: The person in this position will work with a dedicated team of employees while gaining new and valuable skills. This is an independent and responsible position that will oversee MO HealthNet’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Project, Laboratory and Radiology programs. This position will also research Managed Care issues relating to the fee-for-service MO HealthNet program. The responsibilities of this position include.

• Research, develop, and implement policy based on state and federal requirements.
• Amend State Plans, state regulations, provider manuals, and compose provider bulletins for assigned programs.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of MO HealthNet policies and procedures, state/federal regulations and statutes associated with assigned programs.
• Collaborate with Information Technology Support Division, MMIS Unit, and the MO HealthNet Fiscal Agent for new or modified reporting systems based on program modifications.
• Research and resolve legislative inquiries.
• Request and analyze system reports to monitor and propose changes to assigned programs.
• Respond to complex surveys, correspondence, and phone inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent writing skills.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas, plans, procedures, and programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant experience with policy and interpretation.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Salary:

$55,735.47 per Year