Human Services Program Specialist - BH

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS *THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

The Department of Health and Welfare is hiring a Human Services Program Specialist. This position oversees the federal PASRR process for the State of Idaho, coordinates with other DHW Divisions, community hospitals, nursing homes and our federal partners, works closely with the clinical services bureau statewide, and ensures that the division is upholding its regularity authority in meeting and exceeding the PASRR thresholds, monitoring, and responding to complaints. This position also oversees the work designated in Idaho statute 19-2524 to identify the need for substance use disorders or mental health disorders, identifying behavioral health needs, recommended treatment, and levels of care for Idahoans facing felony charges, and perform related tasks in regards to both bodies of work. This is a statewide position that will report to the nearest DHW office. The assigned work location will depend on workstation availability at a DHW office.This position is not eligible for telework.BENEFITS:The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement. 11 paid holidaysPaid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)Paid parental leaveMedical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth optionsDeferred compensation planLife insurance for self, spouse, and childrenShort and long-term disability insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Wide variety of training opportunitiesSome positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommutingAdditional perks and discounts available through medical providerPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility Employee assistance program Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.* EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:Oversees and implements Pre-Admission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) and 19-2524Compiles and analyzes data and information to identify program and services needs and resourcesEnsures quality and consistency in programPrepares data and reports to document and measure program and contract performance towards goals and outcomesCollaborate with staff from bureaus across DBH, contract providers, and community groups to ensure program coordinationConsults on problems and developments resolutionsCoordinates and evaluates and address barriers to serviceAssesses training needs and develops and presents training programs for service providers and internal DBH staffWorks with other local government and private agencies, and the courts to develop/maintain communication and collaboration with the Division of Behavioral Health MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:You must possess all the minimum and specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.Considerable knowledge of social, psychological, or rehabilitative services, principles, and methods. Typically gained by a Masters (or higher) degree in a behavioral/social science, social work, psychology, psychosocial rehabilitation or closely related field, OR a bachelor's degree in a behavioral/social science, social work, psychology, psychosocial rehabilitation AND 1 year relevant experience or closely related field OR State licensure as a Registered Nurse pursuant to the Nurse Licensure Compact, Idaho Code 54-1418 OR 4 - 5 years' experience directly related to subject area OR combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above.Experience working with public social/rehabilitative service delivery systems. Typically gained by approximately two years of experience with public social/rehabilitative service delivery systems.Experience planning, implementing, and overseeing a community-based social/rehabilitative service program to include community organization. Typically this requirement is met through leadership experience participating in a community effort to plan, implement, and oversee a social/rehabilitative service program.Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.Some knowledge of behavioral health practices. Typically gained by three years' experience.Experience managing projects. Typically gained by two years' experience leading or implementing a project.Some knowledge of survey methodology and statistical procedures is used to collect, analyze, and interpret data. Typically gained by at least 3 years of education, training, or work experience.Some knowledge of health program needs assessments and program development, implementation, and evaluation. Typically gained by through at least 3 years of education, training, or work experience.

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