Job Posting: Health Program Specialist (HPS) II

Department of Health Care Services

JC-373597
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Health Program Specialist (HPS) II
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II

$6,658.00 - $8,334.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 6/6/2023

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Deputy Director and the Section Chief, a Staff Services Manager II, the Health Program Specialist II (HPS II) independently researches and evaluates critical, complex, and sensitive policy issues and provides related recommendations, subject matter expertise, and technical assistance regarding the implementation of the CYBHI and other behavioral health initiatives. The HPS II provides high-level, technical expertise, coordination, and project management to the OSP teams. The incumbent must possess excellent interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills. The HPS II will represent DHCS in a professional and service oriented manner. 

 

The HPS II must possess strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills and demonstrate a high degree of initiative, independence and organization in addition to having knowledge of current office methods and procedures with particular reference to the work done by the OSP.  

Ultimately help drive the delivery of the Behavioral Health Virtual Services and eConsult Platforms to support a unique and innovative initiative aimed at serving more than 10 million children and youth in California. Other duties may include: assisting executive management to communicate effectively a clear vision for CYBHI, CalHOPE, and other behavioral health initiatives to key stakeholders (both internal & external to DHCS – including for example partner organizations such as vendors); creating an accountable and transparent environment for successful implementation and launch of key deliverables; supporting training and coaching of the DHCS team (OSP); representing executive management in select internal and external settings (including providing thought leadership, coordination for stakeholders, etc.).



*The duties of this position are pending Human Resources approval.

 

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

  • This is a remote-centered position, which allow 3 or more days of teleworking.
  • Regular or recurring telework may occur as part of the incumbent’s ongoing regular schedule per DHCS’s Telework Policy, in accordance with Government Code Sections 14200 – 14203 for employees residing in California.
  • Telework stipends are currently available
  • Flexible work schedules which include alternative work schedule options
  • Training & Development opportunities
  • Committed to supporting Diversity & Inclusion in the workplace
  • Transit subsidy available when applicable

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-373597
Position #(s):
803-100-8336-001
Working Title:
Health Program Specialist (HPS) II
Classification:
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
$6,658.00 - $8,334.00
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I
$6,061.00 - $7,587.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is seeking candidates to join the newly created office, Office of Strategic Partnerships (OSP). The OSP coordinates and collaborates with DHCS programs, the California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS), departments under CalHHS, and stakeholders to form new strategic partnerships and department-wide initiatives, such as the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), California public payers, and new partnerships with innovators. The OSP works directly with stakeholders, including advocacy groups, providers, counties, health plans, innovation and philanthropy sectors, other state agencies, the Legislature, CalHHS, the media and numerous statewide organizations on all matters related to the work of the OSP.

The Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiatives (CYBHI), is a statewide, multi-department initiative to transform California’s children and youth behavioral health system into a world-class, innovative upstream focused ecosystem where ALL children and youth are routinely screened, supported and served for emerging and existing behavioral health needs. Services are statewide, evidence-based, culturally competent and equity focused.

We are located in the downtown Sacramento area, at the east end of the Capitol. We have easy access to various modes of public transportation, eateries, theaters, and parks, as well as other governmental facilities. 

Electronic applications are strongly encouraged.


Special Requirements

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 6/6/2023

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Health Care Services
Attn: Certification Technician
M.S. 1300
P.O. Box 997411
Sacramento, CA 95899-7411

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Health Care Services
1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -
    The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) should be no more than 2 pages in length (one and a half space, 1 inch left and right margins, and a font size comparable to Arial 12 point). NOTE: A resume is required and does not take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without a SOQ will not be considered:
    Please describe your experience and education as it relates to job duties.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

  • Knowledge of the public behavioral health system, including delivery systems and services

  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of federal and state policies pertaining to Medicaid

  • Experience or interest in supporting government entities with implementing and launching digital product(s)
  • Experience or interest in working within a multi-stakeholder environment and driving teams towards a shared vision and outcomes
  • Experience in setting program-level outcomes
  • Experience in working with internal and external stakeholders to define leading & lagging indicators to ensure successful achievement of outcomes
  • Strong collaborator with experience or interest in working within cross-functional teams of varying domains (e.g., technology, design, business, policy) in driving decisions and removing hurdles for teams to achieve outcomes


Benefits

Benefit information may be obtained by visiting: California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary - CalHR.

 

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Tevita Mafi
(916) 345-8040
tevita.mafi@dhcs.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 440-7370
civilrights@dhcs.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Instructions

NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. To gain employment list eligibility, please access the exam bulletin here:

Health Program Specialist (HPS) I exam:
CalCareers

Health Program Specialist (HPS) II exam: CalCareers


NOTE: Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant's name may be removed from the eligibility list.

DO NOT include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications must use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678). https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf.

Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Electronic Submission:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.

U.S. Postal Service Mail:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.

Hand Delivery:
Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR).

Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted.  For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671. 

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment, including a Training & Development Assignment (T&D).

Additional Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.

A completed state application (STD. 678) and any documents list under “Required Application Documents” must be submitted with your application package. Applicants who are relying on additional documentation (e.g., transcripts, copy of degrees, certifications, licenses, etc.) in order to prove that they meet the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification (located on the right under “Additional Documentation) must submit those documents with their application package. Failure to submit these documents may result in your application being disqualified. Applications must include a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.

Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.