Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Systems Specialist 3 -92133

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Division of Program Development and Management

99 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Bureau of Social Care and Community Supports works to integrate health and human services within the Medicaid program. The bureau is composed of two units, Supportive Housing and Social Determinants of Health. This position will work under the Social Determinants of Health Unit.
This position is responsible for the strategic oversight, management, and operational excellence of the 1115 Waiver Social Care Network (SCN) program. This role will lead a team of Contract Managers, ensuring effective relationships with SCN providers, fiscal administration, compliance, and the achievement of program goals. The position will play a key role in policy development, stakeholder engagement, and reporting to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership and Development:
-Supervise, mentor, and train Contract Managers and other program staff.
-Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
-Conduct performance reviews and support professional development.

Provider Network Management:
-Oversee the management of contracts with Social Care Network providers.
-Ensure effective communication and relationship building with SCN partners.
-Track SCN milestones and performance against contractual obligations.

Fiscal Administration and Compliance:
-Oversee the fiscal administration, including payments and funding distribution, to Social Care Networks.
-Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and contractual terms.
-Monitor program budgets and financial performance.

Reporting and Performance Monitoring:
-Develop and implement robust reporting mechanisms to track program progress and outcomes.
-Prepare and present regular reports to senior leadership on SCN program performance, challenges, and achievements.
-Analyze data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities.

Strategic Planning and Policy:
-Contribute to the development and refinement of organizational policies related to social care networks.
-Participate in strategic discussions to align SCN programs with organizational objectives.
-Develop and implement strategies to achieve program goals and enhance service delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
-Lead meetings and technical assistance sessions for SCN providers and internal teams.
-Plan and develop educational webinars and training materials for providers and staff.
-Present program updates and findings to diverse stakeholder groups, including community partners, government agencies, and leadership.
-Collaborate with internal units and teams to develop and implement relevant processes and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications "Reassignment: Current NYS Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive status as a Health Systems Specialist 3, G-23.

Permanent Transfer Candidate: Current NYS employee with one of year of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive service in a title Grade 21 or higher deemed eligible for transfer to Health Systems Specialist 3 under Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of civil service law.

Preferred Qualifications: Program or project implementation and management experience

Additional Comments This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference SCD/HSS3/92133 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SCD/HSS3/92133, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.