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Health Program Specialist I

3 months ago


Sacramento County CA, United States Department of Health Care Services Full time

Under the direction of the Substance Use Disorder Licensing and Certification Section (SUDLCS) Manager, the incumbent will serve as the Licensing and Certification expert and lead, and coordinatehigh-level projects varying in scope and complexity. Incumbent will be responsible for leading the preparation and processing of high-level legislative proposals and regulation packages, research and analyze licensing and certification statutes and regulations, prepare legislative bill analysis and budget change proposals, provide legislative and regulations training, prepare data management and analysis reports, and provide technical assistance to staff. In addition, the incumbent will coordinate with other divisions to maintain the Provider Registry Information Management Enterprise (PRIMe) database, division website data projects, and prepare documents to ensure compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Up to 10% overnight statewide travel by automobile, train, airplane, and other forms of transportation is required for this position. Overnight travel can take up to an entire week and may take up to several weeks a month.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
- If you are interested in this position, it is critical to review the Classification Specifications to determine if you will meet the minimum qualifications (MQ’s). Please make note of Education and Experience requirements for the classification. You must explicitly demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications in order to be considered for a state civil service role. The Classification Specification and MQ’s can be found here: Health Program Specialist minimum qualifications language.
- Approved travel expenses are reimbursed.
- You will find additional information about the job in the **Duty Statement**.

Working Conditions
- Telework is based on operational needs for employees who can perform their essential functions remotely and/or whose duties are conducive to teleworking per DHCS' Telework Policy and in accordance with Government Code Sections 14200-14203 for employees residing in California.
- Should the incumbent need to report to an office, they will need to report to DHCS office location: Sacramento
- Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement

Position Details

**Job Code #**:

- JC-432378
- **Position #(s)**:

- 808-959-8338-XXX
- **Working Title**:
**MENTAL HEALTH LICENSING SPECIALIST (Hybrid Option)**

**Classification**:

- HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I
$6,243.00 - $7,815.00
- **# of Positions**:

- Multiple
- **Work Location**:

- Sacramento County
- **Telework**:

- Hybrid
- **Job Type**:

- Permanent, Full Time
- Department Information

**Why join DHCS?**
- DHCS is California’s health care safety net, helping millions of low-income and disabled Californians each and every day.
- DHCS' purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all. To accomplish this, DHCS finances and administers state and federal health programs, including medical, dental, mental health, substance use treatment services, and long-term care. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians.
- DHCS is a dynamic department with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians.
- DHCS is committed to addressing disparities with our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce which reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunities.
- The Licensing and Certification Division (LCD) focuses on compliance with State and Federal statute, regulations, and other governing requirements. LCD oversees licensing and certification functions, monitoring, and complaints for Driving-Under-the-Influence Programs, Narcotic Treatment Programs, and outpatient and residential providers. LCD also oversees conducts complaint investigations on certified Alcohol and Other Drug counselors and counselor certification. LCD is also responsible for the licensing, monitoring, unusual occurrence reviews, and complaints for Mental Health Rehabilitation Centers and Psychiatric Health Facilities, as well as the, approvals of 5150 facilities designated by the counties for the purpose of 72-hour treatment and evaluation under the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act and the Children's Civil Commitment and Mental Health Treatment Act.
- Special Requirements