Location: New York,NY, USA
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M edicaid Program Advisor - Policy Writing in Albany, NY -alternate location NYC
The Bureau of Adult Special Populations (BASP) in the Division of Program Development and Management (DPDM), Office of Health Insurance Programs (OHIP), NYS Department of Health, strives to support people with mental illness, substance use disorder, intellectual or developmental disabilities, chronic conditions, and physical disabilities to achieve maximum health, independence, and quality of life. Working closely with the Office of Mental Health (OMH), the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), and the AIDS Institute, the Bureau cultivates excellence in collaboration, program development, special projects, and policy knowledge and implementation.
The Bureau oversees the state-wide Medicaid Health Home Program (HH) for adults. The Health Home program is a Care Management program that coordinates the physical, behavioral, and social care needs of some of the most complex and high-needs New Yorkers including those with mental health needs, substance use disorders, multiple chronic conditions, physical disabilities, criminal justice involvement, and those experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, and other social care needs.
The Bureau is seeking a passionate Program Advisor who will report to the Head of the Research and Policy Team providing strategic support and expertise to the Health Home Program. The candidate must have a passion for supporting and improving the quality of life for people with complex behavioral health, physical health, and social care needs.
Responsibilities:
• Research, absorb, and synthesize multi-dimensional concepts about state and national trends in care management, population needs, program design, and evidence-based practices to facilitate Health Home innovation and evolution.
• Complete complex research and evaluation projects including reviewing and interpreting academic journals, articles, press releases, laws, regulations, policy guidance, waivers, and other materials.
• Support the Research and Policy Manager in the development of policies, budget proposals, memoranda, meeting materials, and communications materials. related to research projects and the development and implementation of policies.
• Think critically about and submit research and data requests in support of program evaluation topics.
• Represent the Research and Policy team in internal and external meetings.
• Work collaboratively with the HH Operations team, the HH Strategic Planning team, Children's Health Home team, and others within BASP and OHIP, the Office of Quality & Patient Safety (OQPS) and the OHIP Division of Data Services and Analytics (DDSA) as assigned.
• Collaborate and build strong working relationships with State Agency Partners such as: OMH, OASAS, OPWDD, and AIDS Institute.
• Think creatively and provide feedback and edits on proposed budget initiatives, regulatory changes, and Program strategy with a focus on how the Health Home program fits into the broader Medicaid landscape
• Work independently and organize assignments to reach objectives and deadlines.
• Complete other tasks in support of the Bureau's mission and goals.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree
8 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Passion for serving vulnerable populations, especially those with mental health needs, substance use disorders, chronic conditions, physical disability, criminal justice involvement, and those experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, and other social care needs.
Strong foundation in research, including identifying resources.
Experience with interpreting policy, regulation, legislation, guidance, or legal documents.
Experience understanding and thinking critically about data presented in various forms including graphs, charts, excel spreadsheets, and data summaries.
Exceptional skill in creating professional written materials; experience drafting concise written materials such as research papers, memoranda, policies and procedures, policy guidance, and/or proposals.
Experience in the healthcare or policy field especially Medicaid or Medicare programs or providers.
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort interacting with a variety of people through written and verbal communication
Ability to remain flexible in a changing environment including organizing and prioritizing assignments to meet requirements and deadlines.
Comfort with being creative, collaborative, and taking initiative; willingness to share opinions, and ideas; willingness to communicate opposing viewpoints in a professional manner.
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Job Details
Pay Type Salary
Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Telecommute Percentage 50
Hiring Min Rate 68,000 USD
Hiring Max Rate 86,000 USD