Job Posting: Health Program Specialist II

Department of Health Care Services

JC-110702
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Health Program Specialist II
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II

$6,003.00 - $7,514.00

Final Filing Date: 10/3/2018

Job Description and Duties

This position requires the incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively (orally and in writing) in dealing with the public and/or other employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skills related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and, adhere to departmental policies and procedures regarding attendance, leave, and conduct.

The Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Section supports the 811 Project Rental Assistance (PRA) Program, Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), California Community Transitions (CCT) Program, Community Based Adult Services (CBAS) Program, Community Resource Centers (CRC), HIV/AIDS Waiver, Home and Community Based Alternatives (HCBA) Waiver, HCBS Waiver for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (DD), In Home Operations (IHO) Waiver, In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program, Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP), Pediatric Palliative Care (PPC) Waiver, Statewide Transition Plan (STP), and 1915(i) State Plan Amendments (SPA). Hereafter referred to collectively as HCBS Programs.  The Health Program Specialist II (HPS II) will serve as the Section expert advisor and specialist for coordination of all aspects of the Section including implementation, administration, and monitoring of the various components of the HCBS Programs.  The incumbent will be responsible for developing and/or revising regulations, policies, and procedures and for developing and maintaining HCBS Programs’ guidelines.  The HPS II will also serve as a liaison with various stakeholder, regulatory, and oversight entities. 

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

Working Conditions

This position is located in a multi-story building in downtown Sacramento.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-110702
Position #(s):
805-075-8336-002
Working Title:
Health Program Specialist II
Classification:
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
$6,003.00 - $7,514.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The mission of the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is to provide Californians with access to affordable, integrated, high-quality health care, including medical, dental, mental health, substance use treatment services and long-term care. Our vision is to preserve and improve the overall health and well-being of all Californians.

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: 10/3/2018

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.

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:

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 -

    Each applicant for this posting must complete and submit his/her responses to the Statement of Qualifications. Applications received without responses to the supplemental items will be rejected.  

    Please see the section titled Statement of Qualifications Items for details.

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.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Danielle Zeunges
(916) 713-8272
danielle.zeunges@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.

Statement of Qualifications Items

The examination process will consist of a Supplemental Application. Applicants are required to respond to the following supplemental items. These supplemental items are designed to identify job achievement in specific areas as outlined in the Desired Qualifications that demonstrate ability to successfully perform at the Health Program Specialist II level. Responses to the supplemental items will be assessed based on pre-determined, job-related rating criteria. In appraising the relative qualifications of candidates, consideration will be given to the extent and type of pertinent experience and education over and above that which is required under the minimum qualifications.

Each applicant for this examination must complete and submit his/her responses to the following supplemental items. Applications received without responses to the supplemental items will be rejected.

When responding to the supplemental items, applicants must follow these guidelines: Your responses must be typewritten or generated by word processing on 8 ½” x 11” paper, using no smaller than a 12-point Arial font. Your responses may not be more than two pages in total (information provided that exceeds this limitation will be removed). Insert your full name at the top of the page. Answer each numbered item separately, indicating the corresponding item number for each response.

Statement of Qualifications

1.   Provide an example of when you initiated a high degree of initiative and independence as lead in a project. Describe any challenges you faced and how you mediated any barriers to completion.

2.   Describe your experience in monitoring, tracking, and coordinating high profile assignments with short-time lines.

3.   Describe your experience in coordinating and facilitating workgroups and committees of internal and external stakeholders.

4.   Provide any experience related to Health Care programs.

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.