Quality Monitoring Specialist (Ps Iv)

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant's relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced in the posting See Per 405.1.

18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree

36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree

54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Drug & Alcohol Services has a full time vacancy for Program Specialist IV.

SUMMARY:

Provides proactive quality monitoring and programmatic technical assistance to mental health and substance misuse providers. Acts as a liaison with governmental and other community partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides oversight of the programmatic components of a comprehensive quality management plan for mental health and substance misuse programs, including adherence to administrative rule and contract requirements, monthly reporting and record reviews, and annual on-site reviews.

Provides follow-up investigation and technical assistance as needed to mental health and substance misuse providers in response to findings from the reviews above and/or reports of issues from stakeholders.

Assists in the development, technical review, and scoring of procurements and applications for certification and the subsequent development of contracts and/or provider agreements.

Collaborates with other entities in the Department of Health and Human Services as well as external stakeholders as requested.

Assists in the development of the annual federal Block Grant application and assists in the development and revision of administrative rules.

Assists with calls from the public and provides coverage for substance misuse information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education : Master's degree from a recognized college or university with major study in public policy, business administration, public health, social work, psychology, education, organizational development or related field. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: Four years' professional experience in project management or federal grants management, preferably in the field of substance misuse and recovery, with responsibilities in program research, planning, monitoring, and evaluation.

OR

Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in public policy, business administration, public health, social work, psychology, education, organizational development or related field.

Experience: Five years’ professional experience in project management or federal grants management, preferable in the field of substance misuse and recovery, with responsibilities in program research, planning, monitoring, and evaluation. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid New Hampshire driver’s license with appropriate endorsements required for the type of vehicle being operated. Must possess or successfully complete a Defensive driving Course as approved by the New Hampshire Safety Council within the first six (6) months of employment. As a condition of and prior to hire, the applicant must have verified their current New Hampshire driving record supplied by the Dept. of Safety, Division of Motor Vehicles indicating no major traffic violations.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact Sara Cleveland, CSU Administrator, [email protected], 603-271-6109.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 14.53% of pay

Other Benefits:

o Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

o Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

o State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

o Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

o $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low cost group life insurance

o Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

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