BASIC FUNCTION:
Working manager and supervisor, providing direct supervision to SOS Illinois licensing staff in order to ensure the delivery of quality services to SOS Illinois children at all SOS Illinois Villages following all DCFS Rule 402 Licensing Standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide direct supervision of the licensing staff.
Facilitate regular team meetings for the licensing program staff.
Ensure case documentation meets agency, DCFS and COA requirements.
Ensure licensing staff collect accurate documents and information to process foster home license applications.
Hire and train licensing staff.
Responsible for the Foster Parent Implementation plan due annually in November. Plan and coordinate with foster parents and staff on a regular schedule throughout the year.
Responsible for the Annual Foster Parent Appreciation celebrations in May.
Responsible for all audits associated with licensing, DCFS, A&I and ensure that all foster parents obtain 16 hours of training annually.
Assist with entire recruitment cycle as directed - to source for Foster Parents and Relief Parents.
Assist with agency trainings as needed.
Provides detail reports as needed.
Maintain order and security of foster care case records.
Develop, modify and monitor internal policies and procedures for assigned programs.
Evaluate assigned programs and implement service delivery changes to ensure ongoing quality.
The Licensing Supervisor may be involved in areas of recruitment, screening, licensing, monitoring, and investigating complaints directed at foster homes.
Assume principal authority for duties and responsibilities delegated to all SOS licensing staff and licensed foster homes.
Maintain order and security of licensing records
Participate in all administrative team meetings (examples: licensing meetings, operation meetings, placement meetings, 14 day notice meetings) and decision making.
Maintains an accurate list of all licensed and pending foster homes.
Must attend all training as prescribed or indicated by supervisor.
Participate in all administrative team meetings and decision making.
Work a flexible schedule in order to meet family needs.
Access, maintain familiarity, and keep updated with federal laws, DCFS policy/procedures regarding licensed foster homes, i.e. Rule 402, Rule 385, Rule 383, Rule 431, SOS Illinois internal policies, Child Care Act.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MSW or other relevant DCFS approved Masters Degree.
Must have eight - plus years of DCFS Foster Care Licensing experience.
Supervisory experience - a plus.
DCFS Child Welfare Employee Licensure required; 402 Licensure required.
Computer knowledge including proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and SACWIS).
Ability to pass DCFS required criminal background check including CANTS/SACWIS and SORS.
Valid Illinois driver's license with acceptable driving record; insured and reliable transportation.
Ability to relate to the Agency staff and to the public in a courteous and professional manner.
Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of clients and staff.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and superior interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work in an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free environment.
Commitment to SOS Illinois philosophy and mission.
Commitment to preserving families and ensuring children are protected and maintained in their homes.
Ability to establish a mutually respectful relationship, in which the foster parent is a full partner with the agency.
Ability to work flexible hours with includes weekend hours.
Ability to provide required DCFS Medical Report/TB test.
Ability to collect and analyze data and develop appropriate reports.
Reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple tasks.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
Ability to read, write and speak Spanish is helpful.
Oct 29, 2019
Full time
BASIC FUNCTION:
Working manager and supervisor, providing direct supervision to SOS Illinois licensing staff in order to ensure the delivery of quality services to SOS Illinois children at all SOS Illinois Villages following all DCFS Rule 402 Licensing Standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide direct supervision of the licensing staff.
Facilitate regular team meetings for the licensing program staff.
Ensure case documentation meets agency, DCFS and COA requirements.
Ensure licensing staff collect accurate documents and information to process foster home license applications.
Hire and train licensing staff.
Responsible for the Foster Parent Implementation plan due annually in November. Plan and coordinate with foster parents and staff on a regular schedule throughout the year.
Responsible for the Annual Foster Parent Appreciation celebrations in May.
Responsible for all audits associated with licensing, DCFS, A&I and ensure that all foster parents obtain 16 hours of training annually.
Assist with entire recruitment cycle as directed - to source for Foster Parents and Relief Parents.
Assist with agency trainings as needed.
Provides detail reports as needed.
Maintain order and security of foster care case records.
Develop, modify and monitor internal policies and procedures for assigned programs.
Evaluate assigned programs and implement service delivery changes to ensure ongoing quality.
The Licensing Supervisor may be involved in areas of recruitment, screening, licensing, monitoring, and investigating complaints directed at foster homes.
Assume principal authority for duties and responsibilities delegated to all SOS licensing staff and licensed foster homes.
Maintain order and security of licensing records
Participate in all administrative team meetings (examples: licensing meetings, operation meetings, placement meetings, 14 day notice meetings) and decision making.
Maintains an accurate list of all licensed and pending foster homes.
Must attend all training as prescribed or indicated by supervisor.
Participate in all administrative team meetings and decision making.
Work a flexible schedule in order to meet family needs.
Access, maintain familiarity, and keep updated with federal laws, DCFS policy/procedures regarding licensed foster homes, i.e. Rule 402, Rule 385, Rule 383, Rule 431, SOS Illinois internal policies, Child Care Act.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MSW or other relevant DCFS approved Masters Degree.
Must have eight - plus years of DCFS Foster Care Licensing experience.
Supervisory experience - a plus.
DCFS Child Welfare Employee Licensure required; 402 Licensure required.
Computer knowledge including proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and SACWIS).
Ability to pass DCFS required criminal background check including CANTS/SACWIS and SORS.
Valid Illinois driver's license with acceptable driving record; insured and reliable transportation.
Ability to relate to the Agency staff and to the public in a courteous and professional manner.
Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of clients and staff.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and superior interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work in an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free environment.
Commitment to SOS Illinois philosophy and mission.
Commitment to preserving families and ensuring children are protected and maintained in their homes.
Ability to establish a mutually respectful relationship, in which the foster parent is a full partner with the agency.
Ability to work flexible hours with includes weekend hours.
Ability to provide required DCFS Medical Report/TB test.
Ability to collect and analyze data and develop appropriate reports.
Reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple tasks.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
Ability to read, write and speak Spanish is helpful.
League of Conservation Voters
Washington D.C., DC, USA
Title: National Campaigns Director
Positions Available: 2
Status : Exempt
Reports to: Vice President for Campaigns
Positions Reporting to this Position: Research Director; Candidate Recruitment & Training Manager
Location: Washington, DC
General Description :
The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) works to turn environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCV, in collaboration with our state LCV partners, advocates for sound environmental laws and policies, holds elected officials accountable for their votes and actions, and elects pro-environment candidates who will champion our priority issues.
LCV’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice. Communities of color are disproportionately impacted by climate change and pollution. For this reason, racial justice and equity are inextricably linked to protecting our environment. Within the organization, we are actively building a workplace culture that demonstrates how we value equity and inclusion through more intentional and inclusive practices. We are committed to building an organization that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.
LCV, state LCVs and their affiliated PACs spent $80 million on federal and state races in the 2018 cycle – double the 2016 cycle. Through its affiliated PACs, LCV runs electoral campaigns to build pro-environmental political power in order to pass policies that protect our environment and communities most impacted by climate change and environmental injustices. LCV will be hiring two National Campaigns Directors who will develop and execute federal campaigns and work closely with state LCV partners on state electoral campaigns, ensuring that state and local priorities are integrated into the electoral strategy. Each National Campaigns Director will manage strategy for approximately 15 states in coordination with state LCV partners and in consultation with the Vice President for Campaigns. Each National Campaigns Director will also supervise a program manager - the Research Director and Candidate Recruitment & Training Manager - and ensure the prioritization and success of their programs. The ideal candidate will be able to lead federal program strategy and collaborate with state LCV partners on state or local priorities, with the goal of building a stronger Conservation Voter Movement (CVM) that includes federal, state and local wins.
Responsibilities :
Develop and implement campaign plans for Independent Expenditure campaigns, issue campaigns including clean energy and climate change, federal and state level accountability projects, and ballot initiative engagement, collaborating as appropriate with lead program staff on the Government Affairs and Community & Civic Engagement teams as well as state LCV partners to ensure our collective programs are strategically aligned, planned and executed. Campaign and project plans include budget, voter persuasion and contact goals.
Oversee the deployment of staff, opinion research, paid and earned media, direct mail, field organizers, canvasses, and management of vendors to achieve program goals.
Work with 15 state LCVs to develop cutting edge, focused and winning political plans at the state level.
Chart a proactive strategy for building power for the Conservation Voter Movement through engaging in federal, state and local elections, working closely with the Campaigns department field team and others to build and leverage our non-electoral, grassroots presence.
Oversee LCV and affiliated entities’ electoral budget for federal and state-level political work.
Work closely with the Campaigns, Communications, Membership & Online Engagement, and Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments to execute programs that leverage public support for the state LCV electoral programs.
Work with departmental staff to achieve annual racial justice and equity goals, including, but not limited to, expanding and deepening our partnerships with organizations and coalitions led by people of color; elevating justice and equity in our research and candidate recruitment programs; and developing federal- and state- level messaging strategies that prioritize environmental justice and the disproportionate impacts of climate change on communities of color.
Ensure timely and accurate compliance and reporting of all LCV electoral activities in collaboration with Legal and Finance departments.
Coordinate and strategize with national and state environmental organizations and other coalition partners that conduct issue advocacy and/or independent electoral programs.
Manage the electoral grants program awarded to state LCV affiliates.
Manage multi-million dollar federal and state Independent Expenditure campaign budget.
Oversee the development and approval of select federal campaign materials, including television and radio ads, direct mail, and phone scripts; work closely with state LCV affiliates to develop campaign materials.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - At least eight years or 4 election cycles of issue and/or electoral campaign experience, particularly with message development, campaign plans, paid media and voter contact. Prior management of candidate or Independent Expenditure campaigns. Experience drafting political plans, including explicit and culturally competent engagement of people of color and young voters. Experience with public opinion research techniques, message development and communication. Successful experience directly supervising professional, knowledgeable and accomplished program staff. Preferred - Experience working with a national organization who has state affiliates or chapters. Experience working with state and/or local level campaigns and/or organizations. Experience working with multiple coalition partners.
Skills: Proven ability to manage strategic and creative issue and/or electoral campaigns. Effective fiscal and personnel management. Able to develop voter persuasion, engagement and contact plans in collaboration with campaigns team. Understands the role of data and new digital tools in creating strong and effective programs. Sound political judgement. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Highly collaborative. Excellent listener. Instinctually inclined to engage others while also being able to successfully drive a project to timely conclusion. Passionate about protecting the environment and communities impacted by climate change and environmental injustice. Ability to connect electoral strategy to non-electoral campaign work. Values team building. Works well in a fast-paced environment and able to multitask without sacrificing quality of work. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Proven track record of successfully working across lines of race, ethnicity, language, class, gender and other identities and experiences.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands environmental issues and their potential to engage the public.
Conditions: Ability to work overtime with little notice; ability and willingness to travel. This position is based in Washington, D.C.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “National Campaigns Director” in the subject line by September 2, 2019. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace.
Aug 16, 2019
Full time
Title: National Campaigns Director
Positions Available: 2
Status : Exempt
Reports to: Vice President for Campaigns
Positions Reporting to this Position: Research Director; Candidate Recruitment & Training Manager
Location: Washington, DC
General Description :
The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) works to turn environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCV, in collaboration with our state LCV partners, advocates for sound environmental laws and policies, holds elected officials accountable for their votes and actions, and elects pro-environment candidates who will champion our priority issues.
LCV’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice. Communities of color are disproportionately impacted by climate change and pollution. For this reason, racial justice and equity are inextricably linked to protecting our environment. Within the organization, we are actively building a workplace culture that demonstrates how we value equity and inclusion through more intentional and inclusive practices. We are committed to building an organization that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.
LCV, state LCVs and their affiliated PACs spent $80 million on federal and state races in the 2018 cycle – double the 2016 cycle. Through its affiliated PACs, LCV runs electoral campaigns to build pro-environmental political power in order to pass policies that protect our environment and communities most impacted by climate change and environmental injustices. LCV will be hiring two National Campaigns Directors who will develop and execute federal campaigns and work closely with state LCV partners on state electoral campaigns, ensuring that state and local priorities are integrated into the electoral strategy. Each National Campaigns Director will manage strategy for approximately 15 states in coordination with state LCV partners and in consultation with the Vice President for Campaigns. Each National Campaigns Director will also supervise a program manager - the Research Director and Candidate Recruitment & Training Manager - and ensure the prioritization and success of their programs. The ideal candidate will be able to lead federal program strategy and collaborate with state LCV partners on state or local priorities, with the goal of building a stronger Conservation Voter Movement (CVM) that includes federal, state and local wins.
Responsibilities :
Develop and implement campaign plans for Independent Expenditure campaigns, issue campaigns including clean energy and climate change, federal and state level accountability projects, and ballot initiative engagement, collaborating as appropriate with lead program staff on the Government Affairs and Community & Civic Engagement teams as well as state LCV partners to ensure our collective programs are strategically aligned, planned and executed. Campaign and project plans include budget, voter persuasion and contact goals.
Oversee the deployment of staff, opinion research, paid and earned media, direct mail, field organizers, canvasses, and management of vendors to achieve program goals.
Work with 15 state LCVs to develop cutting edge, focused and winning political plans at the state level.
Chart a proactive strategy for building power for the Conservation Voter Movement through engaging in federal, state and local elections, working closely with the Campaigns department field team and others to build and leverage our non-electoral, grassroots presence.
Oversee LCV and affiliated entities’ electoral budget for federal and state-level political work.
Work closely with the Campaigns, Communications, Membership & Online Engagement, and Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments to execute programs that leverage public support for the state LCV electoral programs.
Work with departmental staff to achieve annual racial justice and equity goals, including, but not limited to, expanding and deepening our partnerships with organizations and coalitions led by people of color; elevating justice and equity in our research and candidate recruitment programs; and developing federal- and state- level messaging strategies that prioritize environmental justice and the disproportionate impacts of climate change on communities of color.
Ensure timely and accurate compliance and reporting of all LCV electoral activities in collaboration with Legal and Finance departments.
Coordinate and strategize with national and state environmental organizations and other coalition partners that conduct issue advocacy and/or independent electoral programs.
Manage the electoral grants program awarded to state LCV affiliates.
Manage multi-million dollar federal and state Independent Expenditure campaign budget.
Oversee the development and approval of select federal campaign materials, including television and radio ads, direct mail, and phone scripts; work closely with state LCV affiliates to develop campaign materials.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - At least eight years or 4 election cycles of issue and/or electoral campaign experience, particularly with message development, campaign plans, paid media and voter contact. Prior management of candidate or Independent Expenditure campaigns. Experience drafting political plans, including explicit and culturally competent engagement of people of color and young voters. Experience with public opinion research techniques, message development and communication. Successful experience directly supervising professional, knowledgeable and accomplished program staff. Preferred - Experience working with a national organization who has state affiliates or chapters. Experience working with state and/or local level campaigns and/or organizations. Experience working with multiple coalition partners.
Skills: Proven ability to manage strategic and creative issue and/or electoral campaigns. Effective fiscal and personnel management. Able to develop voter persuasion, engagement and contact plans in collaboration with campaigns team. Understands the role of data and new digital tools in creating strong and effective programs. Sound political judgement. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Highly collaborative. Excellent listener. Instinctually inclined to engage others while also being able to successfully drive a project to timely conclusion. Passionate about protecting the environment and communities impacted by climate change and environmental injustice. Ability to connect electoral strategy to non-electoral campaign work. Values team building. Works well in a fast-paced environment and able to multitask without sacrificing quality of work. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Proven track record of successfully working across lines of race, ethnicity, language, class, gender and other identities and experiences.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands environmental issues and their potential to engage the public.
Conditions: Ability to work overtime with little notice; ability and willingness to travel. This position is based in Washington, D.C.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “National Campaigns Director” in the subject line by September 2, 2019. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace.
REQ-16509
Close date: 8/28/2019
Salary: $3494 - $5088 monthly
Location: Portland, OR
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), HIV, STD and TB Section is recruiting for a bilingual CAREAssist Case Worker within the CAREAssist program, Oregon’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program. The goal of the HIV, STD and TB Section is to educate Oregonians about the impact of HIV, STD and TB infections; to assist in the development of local and national public policy related to the prevention and care of these infections; and to coordinate with and inform other agencies of the services available to persons affected by these diseases. The mission of the CAREAssist program is to facilitate access to HIV care and treatment for eligible Oregonians. In Oregon, this is achieved by reducing the financial barriers to care and treatment by assisting clients with out-of-pocket medical expenses.
What will you do? As a CAREAssist Case Worker , you will maintain a caseload of English and Spanish-speaking Oregonians living with HIV. Your primary responsibility will be to assist clients in the application process and determine their eligibility for the program in accordance with state and federal requirements. In collaboration with community partners, you will provide individualized client level care coordination services and other assistance to maintain access to medical care and HIV treatment through the AIDS Drug Assistance Program. This includes the provision of benefits counseling and direct assistance with applications for public and private insurance and other financial assistance programs. Utilizing your experience with clients, you will also provide information for improvements to program policies and procedures. What's in it for you? You will work with a dynamic team of public health professionals who are passionate about the work they do to improve the health of Oregonians living with HIV. Do you have experience determining program eligibility and facilitating access to services and benefits? Do you have knowledge of public and private insurance processes? Have you worked with vulnerable populations? If so, we want to connect with you! What are we looking for?
Bachelor’s degree in public health, behavioral or social sciences or a degree related to the program that demonstrates the knowledge and skills OR any combination of experience or education equivalent to three years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements for the position. (NOTE: The specific job-related experience or education requirements will be listed by the recruiting program based on the position under recruitment.)
Bilingual Spanish/English – speaking, reading and writing
Experience and/or training as a case manager
Experience in assessing needs, determining program eligibility and facilitating access to services and benefits through direct service provision or information and referral
Experience and/or training as a Certified Application Counselor in Oregon or other experience/training related to public and private health insurance
Experience working with vulnerable populations
Knowledge of the Ryan White program and services
Ability to work in a team, with a high level of emotional intelligence and personal awareness to contribute to a culture of feedback in the office and with external partners.
Experience promoting a diverse work environment through cultural humility.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, follow the link below and complete the online application and all supplemental questions:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--Oregon-Street---OHA/CAREAssist-Case-Worker--Program-Analyst-1-_REQ-16509
Contact Information
Cyndi Phipps-Roman
503-945-6377
Aug 01, 2019
Full time
REQ-16509
Close date: 8/28/2019
Salary: $3494 - $5088 monthly
Location: Portland, OR
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), HIV, STD and TB Section is recruiting for a bilingual CAREAssist Case Worker within the CAREAssist program, Oregon’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program. The goal of the HIV, STD and TB Section is to educate Oregonians about the impact of HIV, STD and TB infections; to assist in the development of local and national public policy related to the prevention and care of these infections; and to coordinate with and inform other agencies of the services available to persons affected by these diseases. The mission of the CAREAssist program is to facilitate access to HIV care and treatment for eligible Oregonians. In Oregon, this is achieved by reducing the financial barriers to care and treatment by assisting clients with out-of-pocket medical expenses.
What will you do? As a CAREAssist Case Worker , you will maintain a caseload of English and Spanish-speaking Oregonians living with HIV. Your primary responsibility will be to assist clients in the application process and determine their eligibility for the program in accordance with state and federal requirements. In collaboration with community partners, you will provide individualized client level care coordination services and other assistance to maintain access to medical care and HIV treatment through the AIDS Drug Assistance Program. This includes the provision of benefits counseling and direct assistance with applications for public and private insurance and other financial assistance programs. Utilizing your experience with clients, you will also provide information for improvements to program policies and procedures. What's in it for you? You will work with a dynamic team of public health professionals who are passionate about the work they do to improve the health of Oregonians living with HIV. Do you have experience determining program eligibility and facilitating access to services and benefits? Do you have knowledge of public and private insurance processes? Have you worked with vulnerable populations? If so, we want to connect with you! What are we looking for?
Bachelor’s degree in public health, behavioral or social sciences or a degree related to the program that demonstrates the knowledge and skills OR any combination of experience or education equivalent to three years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements for the position. (NOTE: The specific job-related experience or education requirements will be listed by the recruiting program based on the position under recruitment.)
Bilingual Spanish/English – speaking, reading and writing
Experience and/or training as a case manager
Experience in assessing needs, determining program eligibility and facilitating access to services and benefits through direct service provision or information and referral
Experience and/or training as a Certified Application Counselor in Oregon or other experience/training related to public and private health insurance
Experience working with vulnerable populations
Knowledge of the Ryan White program and services
Ability to work in a team, with a high level of emotional intelligence and personal awareness to contribute to a culture of feedback in the office and with external partners.
Experience promoting a diverse work environment through cultural humility.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, follow the link below and complete the online application and all supplemental questions:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--Oregon-Street---OHA/CAREAssist-Case-Worker--Program-Analyst-1-_REQ-16509
Contact Information
Cyndi Phipps-Roman
503-945-6377
The Oregon Health Authority is modernizing and expanding he Oregon Medicaid Program and currently has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Policy Analyst to join an excellent team and work to advance their Program Integrity operations. The Oregon Health Authority promotes health equity by developing policies and programs to eliminate health disparities and reach health equity for all Oregonians.
What you will do!
As a Policy Analyst in the Program Integrity Unit, you will manage and coordinate the ongoing comprehensive study and review of existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR), federal regulations, federal guidance and waiver requirements as it pertains to the Medicaid program.
In this role, you will make recommendations and formulate plans for statutory, rule and policy changes and ensure cross-agency operational alignment with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) program integrity responsibilities and oversight. As regulations and policies change or are modified, you will ensure that OHA and its partner agencies are in alignment with those actions.
What's in it for you? Collaboration in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year. If you are an experienced Policy Analyst , don't delay, apply today!
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
(a) Eight (8) years of professional-level experience in Regulatory Compliance. OR (b) A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND Five (5) years of professional-level experience in Regulatory Compliance. OR (c) A Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND Four (4) years of professional-level experience in Regulatory Compliance. OR (d) A Doctor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND Three (3) years of professional-level experience in Regulatory Compliance.
Strong working knowledge of Medicaid Program Integrity operations and requirements as well as the prevention, detection, identification and investigations of fraud, waste and abuse.
Knowledge of program integrity theory and application.
Outstanding customer service skills to deal with differing opinions related to program integrity, oversight and monitoring.
Ability to interpret complex regulatory principles.
Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Jul 22, 2019
Full time
The Oregon Health Authority is modernizing and expanding he Oregon Medicaid Program and currently has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Policy Analyst to join an excellent team and work to advance their Program Integrity operations. The Oregon Health Authority promotes health equity by developing policies and programs to eliminate health disparities and reach health equity for all Oregonians.
What you will do!
As a Policy Analyst in the Program Integrity Unit, you will manage and coordinate the ongoing comprehensive study and review of existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR), federal regulations, federal guidance and waiver requirements as it pertains to the Medicaid program.
In this role, you will make recommendations and formulate plans for statutory, rule and policy changes and ensure cross-agency operational alignment with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) program integrity responsibilities and oversight. As regulations and policies change or are modified, you will ensure that OHA and its partner agencies are in alignment with those actions.
What's in it for you? Collaboration in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year. If you are an experienced Policy Analyst , don't delay, apply today!
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
(a) Eight (8) years of professional-level experience in Regulatory Compliance. OR (b) A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND Five (5) years of professional-level experience in Regulatory Compliance. OR (c) A Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND Four (4) years of professional-level experience in Regulatory Compliance. OR (d) A Doctor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND Three (3) years of professional-level experience in Regulatory Compliance.
Strong working knowledge of Medicaid Program Integrity operations and requirements as well as the prevention, detection, identification and investigations of fraud, waste and abuse.
Knowledge of program integrity theory and application.
Outstanding customer service skills to deal with differing opinions related to program integrity, oversight and monitoring.
Ability to interpret complex regulatory principles.
Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
To be considered for this position you must apply at the following:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--Summer-Street---OHA/Medical-Hearings-Representative--Compliance-Specialist-3-_REQ-11939
Do you have experience reviewing compliance, conducting investigations and writing reports? Is your background in case hearing? Have you worked in a medical/clinical environment?
The Oregon Health Authority – Health Systems Division is currently seeking a Medical Hearings Representative (Compliance Specialist 3) to join their team in Salem, Oregon. This position represents the unit in contested case hearings regarding the denial of medical services by preparing, coordinating and presenting. Additionally, it is responsible for ensuring compliance by the managed care plans with applicable federal and state rules and regulations.
What you will do! You will review, research, and analyze complex medical data and decision notices to ensure Oregon Health Plan medical service denials are appropriate and in compliance with federal laws, state rules, regulations, contracts and agency policies. You are responsible for explaining to each claimant in understandable language the technical and legal material and ensure they understand the action subject to the hearing request.
You will write summaries to explain the facts and policy issues for contested cases. You will present arguments in hearings regarding facts and application of facts to the rules, policies and laws.
What we are looking for!
Five years of experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations. Three of the five years must be above the technical support level;
Experience related to a health plan’s grievance, appeal or hearing process;
Experience reviewing, researching and analyzing complex clinical information;
Experience understanding and interpreting federal and state rules and regulations;
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.
Jun 12, 2019
Full time
To be considered for this position you must apply at the following:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--Summer-Street---OHA/Medical-Hearings-Representative--Compliance-Specialist-3-_REQ-11939
Do you have experience reviewing compliance, conducting investigations and writing reports? Is your background in case hearing? Have you worked in a medical/clinical environment?
The Oregon Health Authority – Health Systems Division is currently seeking a Medical Hearings Representative (Compliance Specialist 3) to join their team in Salem, Oregon. This position represents the unit in contested case hearings regarding the denial of medical services by preparing, coordinating and presenting. Additionally, it is responsible for ensuring compliance by the managed care plans with applicable federal and state rules and regulations.
What you will do! You will review, research, and analyze complex medical data and decision notices to ensure Oregon Health Plan medical service denials are appropriate and in compliance with federal laws, state rules, regulations, contracts and agency policies. You are responsible for explaining to each claimant in understandable language the technical and legal material and ensure they understand the action subject to the hearing request.
You will write summaries to explain the facts and policy issues for contested cases. You will present arguments in hearings regarding facts and application of facts to the rules, policies and laws.
What we are looking for!
Five years of experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations. Three of the five years must be above the technical support level;
Experience related to a health plan’s grievance, appeal or hearing process;
Experience reviewing, researching and analyzing complex clinical information;
Experience understanding and interpreting federal and state rules and regulations;
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.
