HYBRID - External Affairs Program Manager (Medicaid Health Systems

THIS POSITION MAY BE TELEWORK ELIGIBLE ON A HYBRID BASIS

About Us:

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.

Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.

Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.

Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.

Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

What You Will Do at ODM:

Office: Strategic Initiatives

Bureau: OhioRISE

Classification: Medicaid Health Systems Administrator 1 (PN 20047448)

Job Overview:

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking an experienced healthcare professional to join our External Affairs Team. This position will play a crucial role in promoting and implementing the OhioRISE Program with a concentration on improving the lives of youth in custody. As a External Affairs Program Manager, your responsibilities will include:

educating, spreading awareness, and assisting in operationalizing the OhioRISE Program with external community stakeholders

developing policy and recommending program changes for the Youth in Custody Program

presenting to community stakeholders (e.g., meetings, conferences, events)

collaborating with OhioRISE team including state partner agencies, the OhioRISE plan, the Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Center of Excellence, and others to perform stakeholder engagement activities

responding to OhioRISE inbox inquiries

leading the intersection of youth involved in the program and child protection

managing inquiries from youth and state partner agencies related to the child protection system

developing member materials for youth and families/caretakers to learn about the OhioRISE Program

staffing and providing feedback and updates to OhioRISE Member and Family Advisory Council and Youth Advisory Council

Completion of graduate core program in business, management or public administration, public health, health administration, social or behavioral science or public finance; 12 mos. exp. in the delivery of a health services program or health services project management (e.g., health care data analysis, health services contract management, health care market & financial expertise; health services program communication; health services budget development, HMO & hospital rate development, health services eligibility, health services data base analysis).

-Or 12 months experience has Medicaid Health Systems Specialist, 65293. Note\: education & experience is to be commensurate with approved position description on file.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment.

Job Skills: Health Administration

Technical Skills: Public Health, Mental Health, Program Management

Professional Skills: Collaboration, Establishing Relationships, Public Speaking, Networking, Goal Setting

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Compensation is as listed on the posting unless required by legislation or union contract.

This position is overtime exempt.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation. Or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Resumes and/or attachments are not reviewed. Therefore, please provide detail in the work experience section of your application.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.