Health Management Administrator

Unique Opportunity 
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Health Management Administrator to join our Health Services Division at the Department of Social Services. In this role, you will have the opportunity to coordinate and handle programs related to several federal grants and state and legislative priorities. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the detailed execution of our healthcare initiatives, making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities across Connecticut!

Responsibilities

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• The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. 
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• Note:  At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.  These documents may include:  a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.  Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.  
• Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Liz Pinette at elizabeth.pinette@ct.gov.
• This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. 
• All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period.  It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.  Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. 
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• Administers staff and operations of division and/or program;
• Develops, implements and evaluates division and/or program policies, goals and objectives;
• Designs and develops division and/or program activities;
• Oversees and monitors program implementation;
• Determines appropriate staffing levels;
• Designs and implements training programs and performance review standards for division and/or program staff;
• Assists with preparation of agency budget;
• Collects and disseminates data and other information to promote and manage healthcare quality and access;
• Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact policy or program activities;
• Represents department at meetings and conferences of officials, professionals and lay groups;
• Plans research activities including monitoring, evaluation and accountability procedures;
• Prepares and recommends proposals for securing grant funds;
• May assume responsibility of division in absence of Deputy Commissioner;
• Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable knowledge of
  • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
  • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
  • various public health systems and programs;
  • one or more of the following programs: maternal and child health, children with disabilities, social work, oral health, nutrition, veterans health or human services, behavioral health or substance abuse;
  • medical care for abused, neglected or individuals with intellectual disability and/or other underserved groups;
• Knowledge of public health education principles and practices;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills.

• Experience managing or implementing healthcare initiatives.
• Experience working with a variety of stakeholders related to healthcare policy or programs.
• Experience managing complex healthcare related contracts.
• Experience in project management and implementation strategy.

• Incumbents in this class who are physicians, dentists or psychologists must be eligible to obtain a license to practice in Connecticut and must obtain one within six months of employment and retain it during the course of employment.
• Incumbents in this class who are physicians may be required to be board certified in pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, internal medicine, family practice, child psychiatry, emergency medicine, preventive medicine or infectious disease practice.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.