DSHS HCLA Foster Care Program Specialist

Description

HCLA Social and Health Program Consultant 2 - Foster Care Program Specialist

Are you passionate about being part of the solution and advocating for vulnerable populations Do you want to help improve the health of children and expand health care access for those in out-of-home placement If so explore this exciting opportunity to join the Fostering Well-Being (FWB) Team as a Foster Care Program Specialist also known as a Social and Health Program Consultant 2.

In this role you will support the Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) by advancing the use of evidence-based practices streamlining processes and developing performance measures that sustain and improve outcomes for children and youth. You will conduct research across multiple agency systems compile and analyze data and ensure that children and youth in out-of-home placement receive the health care services they need. As a trusted resource and connector you will bridge systems champion equity and drive better outcomes.

This is primarily a hybrid teleworking role with in office work based on business needs.

Some of what you will do

Navigate multiple cross-agency computer systems to research analyze and compile health information

Manage an ongoing caseload while providing integrated care coordination services

Develop written health overviews for children in out-of-home placement to clearly communicate health status to caregivers DCYF and Tribal social workers medical providers and agency partners

Identify gaps in childrens health care and collaborate with Fostering Well-Being (FWB) Clinical Nurse Specialists and Regional Medical Consultants to ensure appropriate coordination of services

Communicate effectively with medical providers social workers and caregivers regarding childrens health care needs

Research and interpret Apple Health (Medicaid) services and restrictions as they apply to children in out-of-home placement

Facilitate access to health homes and referrals to appropriate specialists

Provide pediatric health education materials tailored for caregivers addressing common health issues affecting children in the child welfare system

Share updates from other programs and Apple Health (Medicaid) services with FWB team members to strengthen coordination

Contribute to the ongoing development testing and implementation of the FWB system

Support program and process development quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives

Participate in and facilitate work groups and meetings within the FWB program and with state and community agencies and clinics

What were looking for

• In-depth knowledge of the programs and operations of HCLA DCYF HCA
• Experience in case management social work or program management
• Ability to effectively interpret and implement broad departmental policy for developing program guidelines and procedures
• Proficient at high volume detailed documentation and data entry into systems
• Ability to facilitate meetings with internal / external partners and Tribal communities

Who should apply

One year of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 1

OR

A Masters degree in social work a health or social science public administration or related field AND two years of professional experience in planning administering developing or delivering social financial health or chemical dependency treatment services programs

OR

A Bachelors degree in social work a health or social science public administration or field AND at least three years of professional experience in planning administering developing or delivering social financial health or chemical dependency treatment services programs

Note :

A degree in Social Work must be from an educational program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

For selected positions experience as a WorkFirst Program Specialist or Financial Service Specialist 4 may substitute year for year for the required education.

Questions Email the recruiter at and reference job number 07587.

The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging common purpose shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agencys vision that you bring a fairness access and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians including Black Indigenous and People of Color people with physical behavioral health and intellectual disabilities elders LGBTQIA individuals immigrants and refugees and families building financial security.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid drivers license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment its programs or services on the basis of age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity / expression marital status race creed color national origin religion or beliefs political affiliation military status honorably discharged veteran Vietnam Era recently separated or other protected veteran status the presence of any sensory mental physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-.

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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

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 5271 - 7082