Program Specialist 2 (31012)
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division Childrens Mental Health Bureau.
This position oversees all activities under multiple Medicaid programs which seek to increase access to mental health services for youth and families. This position is responsible for programs such as inpatient psychiatric care psychiatric residential treatment facilities (PRTF) therapeutic group home (TGH) partial hospitalization programs home support services therapeutic foster care targeted case management services outpatient psychotherapy day treatment and community based psychiatric rehabilitation and support (CBPRS). This position is responsible for ongoing development and maintenance of these programs. This position coordinates initiatives with services providers communities and offers technical assistance to providers in order to implement programs to fidelity evaluate the impact of programs and support program sustainability.
Why Join DPHHS
Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health safety well-being and empower independence. By joining our department you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.
The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage retirement plans paid vacation sick leave and holidays work/life balance and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) addition DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity
General knowledge of Medicaid and medical terminology.
Knowledge of program management principles and practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Meet minimum qualifications:
Bachelors degree in business healthcare administration human services (including counseling or social work) or related field.
Two years of work experience in program management preferably healthcare related.
Other combinations of related education and experience will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply
To be considered for a DPHHS position submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
Resume
References
Cover Letter - Please answer the following question in two pages or less: describe your experience with program management that has prepared you for this position. If applicable please include any experience with Medicaid or other healthcare programs.
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
Additional Information
This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1 2026.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
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