Utah s Home Visiting Program The Utah Department of Health and Human Services Home Visiting Program was established in 2008 through a grant from the federal Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families. To support evidence-based home visiting models in Utah, the Home Visiting Program promotes a coordinated service continuum of evidence-based home visiting that empower and create positive change in the lives of families at risk. This is not a client facing roleIn partnership with Local Implementing Agencies throughout Utah, the Home Visiting Program supports high-quality service delivery by using data, continuous quality improvement, and state and federal compliance standards to strengthen home visiting services and improve outcomes for children and families.The Health Program Specialist II is a key member of the Utah Home Visiting Program s Monitoring and Quality Assurance Team, providing oversight, monitoring, and support to home visiting sites across the State of Utah.Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position include:Compile and analyze monthly and quarterly program performance and outcome data from Local Implementing Agencies. Meet monthly with each Local Implementing Agency to review data, identify trends, highlight areas for improvement, and document compliance status and key discussions.Prepare and submit quarterly and annual standardized statewide reports/forms that meet federal and state requirements, summarizing key findings from statewide program data.Conduct day-to-day monitoring of contracts and subrecipient agreements of Local Implementing Agencies contracts and subrecipient agreements to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and resolve issues as they arise.Plan and conduct annual desk audits and on-site programmatic visits of Local Implementing Agencies, reviewing documentation, assessing compliance, and preparing reports with findings and recommendations.Conduct risk assessment audits of Local Implementing Agencies to evaluate compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, agency standards, and program policies, identifying potential risks and areas for improvement.Review and verify Local Implementing Agencies budgets and invoices ensuring financial accuracy, completeness, and adherence to program standards.Respond to contractor and subrecipient inquiries and complaints by researching issues, clarifying policies, and facilitating timely resolution.Follow and apply program and department-level policies, procedures, and operating standards consistently.Carry out other responsibilities as assigned to support program objectives.