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The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division. This position is located in the Developmental Disabilities Program (DDP), in the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division (BHDD), at the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS). The Medicaid Program Officer is responsible to assure the Section 1915(c) and 1915(b) Home and Community Based Services Medicaid Waiver(s) provide comprehensive habilitation and support services for enrolled Montanans with developmental/intellectual disabilities, and State Plan Amendments (SPA) administered by the DDP provide authorized services to eligible Montanans. This position designs, implements, assesses, and amends the 1915(c) and 1915(b) Waiver(s) and SPAs to insure timely and accurate administration of the Waiver(s) application and/or SPAs; provide assistance to quality assurance personnel, qualified provider staff, contractors, and state staff; outreach to stakeholders; development and amendment of Administrative Rules of Montana; oversight of DDP qualified Waiver providers. These duties are typically performed through engagement with stakeholders and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), attending CMS and other professional trainings, provider and stakeholder relations, and performance measures oversight with quality assurance personnel. * * * *Why Join DPHHS * * Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Qualifications for this Career Opportunity * * * General knowledge of Medicaid. * General knowledge of the disability service system, target groups, conditions, and reimbursement systems. * Knowledge of program management principles and practices, including quality improvement practices. * Excellent planning and organizational skills with strong attention to detail. * Meet minimum qualifications: o Bachelor’s degree in human services (including counseling or social work); business or public administration; human development/behavioral science or other related fields. o Two years of work experience in program management, preferably healthcare related. o Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. * * How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Cover Letter Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. Additional Information This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. *Title: *Medicaid Program Officer (14162) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24141791

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