Program Specialist (CSHS)
Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
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Job Summary
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
Knowledge of public health program management principles and practices.
Knowledge of public health interventions and quality improvement.
General knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
Excellent knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
Excellent and proven interpersonal skills.
Ability to research develop and implement public health interventions.
Ability to facilitate stakeholder meetings.
Ability to prepare reports presentations and other communication for the program.
Ability to gather correlates and analyzes facts to identify and solve problems.
Ability to create and present training to contractors and the general public as needed.
Ability to use computers databases and spreadsheet applications.
Meet minimum qualifications:
Bachelors degree in public administration health education early childhood development/education or other behavioral or social science related field.
Two years of job related public health program experience including contracts and direct training experience.
Experience evaluating developing and writing grant responses preferred.
Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered 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.
Cover Letter
Resume
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.
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 Early Childhood & Family Support/Family & Community Health.
This Program Specialist position is in the Childrens Special Health Services (CSHS) Section and oversees the new Montana Access to Pediatric Psychiatry Network (MAPPNet) This position is a subject matter expert to telehealth involving access for pediatric patients in need of mental health consultation. This position is responsible for leading all aspects of the MAPPNet a statewide project. The Program Specialist develop and administers statewide public health programs in response to state needs and federal grant solicitations. Responsibilities include: 1) Developing evidence-based public health policies and interventions; 2) Developing and implementing health surveillance and data collection systems to track analyze and evaluate programs and services; 3) Coordinating program strategic planning and facilitating stakeholder groups; and 4) Planning and coordinating program outreach training and support.
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.
Required Experience:
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About Company
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