Health Management Administrator

Introduction

Are you a licensed physician in Connecticut with a passion for improving the health and well-being of individuals in DSS programs? Do you have extensive knowledge and experience with Medicaid and CHIP, along with a background in clinical services or medical directorship? We're seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a , where you'll play a crucial role in designing and implementing integrated care delivery and value-based payment contracting. As a key leader, you'll collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including federal agencies, policymakers, health providers, and advocates. What we can you: The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: ' Forbes ' - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule. NEW:  A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews,Ph.D., along with  The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click for more information. Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings. Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year. Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. What you will be doing: Leading the management team of DSS' Division of Health Services (). Reporting to the director of Connecticut's HUSKY Health (Medicaid and CHIP). Serving as the medical director for Connecticut's HUSKY Health program. Playing a critical role in the mission, reform agenda, and operations of DSS and DHS. Administering HUSKY Health and federal Money Follows the Person grant. Implementing associated care delivery and value-based payment (VBP) reforms. Supporting over 840,000 Connecticut residents through these initiatives. Who we are: The , Department of Social Services (), has a mission that we, along with our partners, provide person-centered programs and services to enhance the well-being of individuals, families and communities. The CT Department of Social Services is the single state agency for the Medicaid program and is responsible for the overall administration of the program. Position details: Anticipated vacancy in this leadership position within the management team of DSS' Division of Health Services (DHS). Located at Central Office at 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT. Full-time, 40 hours per week. First shift, 8:00am – 4:30pm. Monday through Friday. Telework usually offered at the maximum level permitted by state and agency policy.

Selection Plan

Please visit our '' page or view our . The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.  In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.  Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.  Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Liz Pinette at .  This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to . For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Read through this helpful link to .

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES: this class is accountable for administering the health or behavioral health programs and operations for clients served by the department or clients served by other departments under memoranda of agreement.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Administers staff and operations of division and/or program;  Develops, implements and evaluates division and/or program policies, goals and objectives;  Designs and develops division and/or program activities;  Oversees and monitors program implementation;  Determines appropriate staffing levels;  Designs and implements training programs and performance review standards for division and/or program staff;  Assists with preparation of agency budget; Collects and disseminates data and other information to promote and manage healthcare quality and access;  Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact policy or program activities;  Represents department at meetings and conferences of officials, professionals and lay groups;  Plans research activities including monitoring, evaluation and accountability procedures;  Prepares and recommends proposals for securing grant funds;  May assume responsibility of division in absence of Deputy Commissioner; Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and practices; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; various public health systems and programs; one or more of the following programs: maternal and child health, handicapped children, social work, oral health, nutrition, veterans health or human services, behavioral health or substance abuse; medical care for abused, neglected or individuals with intellectual disability and/or other underserved groups; Knowledge of public health education principles and practices;  Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in a managerial capacity in a health care organization/division related to agency's service population. NOTE: Managerial capacity is defined as formulating program goals and objectives, developing and implementing program procedures, initiating program policies and developing and/or monitoring a budget.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Connecticut licensure as a physician. Commitment to improving the health and well-being of people served by DSS programs. Knowledge of, experience with and training in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Plan (CHIP) and direct experience as a medical director or providing clinical service to Medicaid and CHIP members. Interest and knowledge in clinical best practice as it pertains to supporting Medicaid and CHIP members. Expertise and experience in designing and implementing integrated care delivery and value-based payment contracting. Experience in leading dynamic teams. Experience and skill in liaising with diverse stakeholders, including federal government agencies, policymakers, health providers and advocates. Expertise in translating complex concepts into accessible messages. Capacity to creatively and rapidly react to changing circumstances and to produce high quality deliverables within rapid time frames.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class who are physicians, dentists or psychologists must possess and retain a license to practice in Connecticut. Incumbents in this class who are physicians may be required to be board certified in pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, internal medicine, family practice, child psychiatry, emergency medicine, preventive medicine or infectious disease practice.  Incumbents in this class may be required to possess appropriate current licenses, certifications or permits.  Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Overview

Employee Benefits As a State of Connecticut employee you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life, but the time to enjoy your own. Listed below are just some of the benefits the State of Connecticut offers depending on the position you hold: Health & Dental Insurance Accrued Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (Subject to the appropriate bargaining union contract or state statute and regulations.) Retirement Plan Group Life Insurance Supplemental Benefits Voluntary Defined Contribution Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care Program, Medical Flexible Spending, and Qualified Transportation) Supplemental Benefits Programs (Auto and Home Insurance, plus Short and Long Term Disability) Life Insurance State of CT Tuition Reimbursement Program Holidays

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