HCBS Contracts Program Manager

at  The State of Kansas

IMPORTANT RECRUITMENT INFORMATION FOR THIS VACANCY

• Job Posting closes: Open until Filled
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POSITION SUMMARY:

The HCBS Contracts Program Manager is responsible for providing oversight and direction to the multiple contracts under LTSS Commission including, but not limited to: Assessing, ADRC and ACM programs. Primary responsibilities include planning, organizing, and directing the activities and resources necessary to operate and maintain the contracts within HCBS. This position will also provide support for the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) programs within the LTSS Commission of KDADS and will perform tasks and participate in meetings, committees, or other activities as assigned by (the Policy and Program Oversight Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of experience in planning, implementing and monitoring activities relevant to the agency’s programs. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
• Experience working in the aging or disabled field may be substituted for formal education as determined relevant by the agency.
• Excellent interpersonal/public skills, customer service, and ability to express oneself clearly and effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Experience in the design, development and presentation of program/work related information and materials to a public audience.
• Four years of experience interviewing, investigating, compiling information, documenting decisions, interpreting guidelines, and/or compliance or community service activities.
• This position may require some travel throughout Kansas.
• Experience in working with contracts and grant deliverables.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree Business or in Public Administration, Health Care Policy/Education, or related/relevant area of study.
• 3 years’ experience in management, planning, developing, implementing and directing programs/services for the elderly and disabled.
• Experience with or work in health care setting/medical field, Medicaid Programs, or Managed Care Health systems.
• Demonstrate the ability to understand, interpret and apply Federal laws and State statutes/regulations.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE ELIGIBLE (VPE): FORMER MILITARY PERSONNEL OR THEIR SPOUSE THAT HAVE BEEN VERIFIED AS A “VETERAN”; UNDER K.S.A. 73-201 WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW IF THEY MEET THE MINIMUM COMPETENCY FACTORS OF THE POSITION. THE VETERANS’ PREFERENCE LAWS DO NOT GUARANTEE THE VETERAN A JOB. POSITIONS ARE FILLED WITH THE BEST QUALIFIED CANDIDATE AS DETERMINE BY THE HIRING MANAGER.

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Contracts Program Management:

• Provide direction to the Assessing, Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) and Administrative Case Management (ACM) vendors regarding required functions under the agreement managed by KDADS.
• Evaluate the Assessing, ADRC’s and ACM’s overall impact on the outcomes and goals identified for each key function and provide quality information and assistance.
• Provide technical assistance and tools, including required forms and reports, related to the Assessing, ADRC and ACM required functions.
• Assist the Assessing, ADRCs and ACMs to achieve the key outcomes through coordination with other state agencies and follow through on all initiatives.
• Assist in the dispute and conflict resolution process among the various partner agencies.
• Ensure contracted entities provide appropriate support, services, information, referral and assistance to consumers seeking access to HCBS programs.
• Plan, organize, and direct the activities and resources necessary to operate and maintain the Assessing program.
• Plan, organize, and direct the activities and resources necessary to operate and maintain the ADRC program.
• Plan, organize, and direct the activities and resources necessary to operate and maintain the ACM program.
• Interpret applicable federal and state regulations, policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement operational protocols and policies for Assessing, ADRC and ACM program management and service delivery

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

Contracts Program Management:

• Provide direction to the Assessing, Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) and Administrative Case Management (ACM) vendors regarding required functions under the agreement managed by KDADS.
• Evaluate the Assessing, ADRC’s and ACM’s overall impact on the outcomes and goals identified for each key function and provide quality information and assistance.
• Provide technical assistance and tools, including required forms and reports, related to the Assessing, ADRC and ACM required functions.
• Assist the Assessing, ADRCs and ACMs to achieve the key outcomes through coordination with other state agencies and follow through on all initiatives.
• Assist in the dispute and conflict resolution process among the various partner agencies.
• Ensure contracted entities provide appropriate support, services, information, referral and assistance to consumers seeking access to HCBS programs.
• Plan, organize, and direct the activities and resources necessary to operate and maintain the Assessing program.
• Plan, organize, and direct the activities and resources necessary to operate and maintain the ADRC program.
• Plan, organize, and direct the activities and resources necessary to operate and maintain the ACM program.
• Interpret applicable federal and state regulations, policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement operational protocols and policies for Assessing, ADRC and ACM program management and service delivery.