HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Job Description and Duties Why Join DHCS?The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today! About this Role: Under direction of the Supervisor I, the Health Progam Specialist I (HPS I) assumes responsibility in methodology development and implementing policy procedures and fiscal oversight for the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA). The BHSA provides funds to local governments for the provision of behavioral health services to assist with the treatment and prevention of behavioral illness. Statewide travel, possibly overnight, is required up to 10% of the time. Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process! This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office. This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Simple Application Steps If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps: • Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Health Program Specialist I. See the Minimum Requirements section of this posting. • Complete the Supplemental Application and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions. • Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the Supplemental Application - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section of this posting. • Once you have applied, take the Health Program Specialist I examination. Education: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. Supplemental Application Requirement Section Applicants must include a Supplemental Application (SA) for this recruitment. You must provide specific information in your response(s) which demonstrates how your knowledge, skills, and training meet the needs of this position. DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SA with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SA. Respond directly to the following Supplemental Application question(s): • Based on the duties listed on the duty statement, how does your experience and education make you the best candidate for this position? The SA must have each response numbered, no more than 2 pages in length, double-spaced and using 12-point Arial font. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner. Candidates who fail to provide an SA with their application or do not follow SA instructions may be disqualified. Resumes do not take the place of the SA. Travel required 10% of the time. Position may require overnight travel for up to 2 consecutive nights to meet training requirements. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: • Able to use critical thinking and prioritize while under the pressure of working deadlines. • Ability to show initiative, tact, originality, and good judgment. • Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrate excellent customer service skills, interpersonal relationship skills and organizational skills with attention to detail. • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel.