Health Program Assistant I

Location: CT-Hartford

Salary $66,135 - $88,229/year

Job TypeOpen to Statewide Employees

Job Description: Are you a motivated self-starter looking to make a meaningful impact in human services? Do you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment? If so, we invite you to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

We are currently seeking a Health Program Assistant 1 to join the Community Options Unit within the Division of Health Services. This position is located at our Central Office at 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT. This position is full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week with a work schedule of Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm. You will discover the opportunity to:

Engage in a rewarding career;
Showcase your skills in a meaningful role;
Work in an encouraging and collaborative team environment;
Make a lasting impact in the public sector;
Thrive in a workplace that values innovation and professional growth.
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As a Health Program Assistant 1, you will:

Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of health programs.
Collaborate with community partners and collaborators to guarantee program success.
Collect, analyze, and maintain data to support program objectives.
Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
Provide administrative support to the Community Options Unit.
Attend team meetings and contribute ideas.

To be successful in this role, you must have:

Outstanding organizational and analytical skills.
Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Competence in using Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
A focus on improving community health and well-being.

We hope you will take this opportunity to join us and contribute to making a difference in Connecticut! We encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team!

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.  
Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. 
Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. 
Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State.  Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. 
Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. 

Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).   
Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! 
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The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.  
Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 1199 members including those currently holding the title of Health Program Assistant 1, who have permanent status and wish to be considered for lateral transfer, are now required to submit their application for consideration. All Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications - as listed on the job opening - must submit an application and will be considered for this role, as determined by qualifications stated on the submitted application   Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Liz Pinette at elizabeth.pinette@ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state health program or project this class is accountable for assisting in the compilation and interpretation of fiscal and programmatic data and statistics, development and implementation of program plans, grant management and monitoring.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Subject duties vary considerably depending on nature of program and current stage in its life cycle; typical examples of duties performed at this level include:

Assists in preparation of sections of state health plans;
Gathers fiscal, programmatic, census or other kinds of needed data from federal, state and other sources;
Compiles statistics and may do some less complex calculations and interpretations;
Assists in reviews of program grant requests and monitors fiscal and programmatic performance of grants using agency regulations and guidelines;
Assists in preparation of program objectives and evaluation of program results;
May serve a task force or committee;
May answer general informational questions for the public and prepare information for distribution;
May serve as a liaison between program or project and specific people or organizations for purpose of keeping information flowing;
May assist in epidemiologic investigations;
Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of

    purposes, plans, objectives and programs of public health agencies including changing patterns of preventive medicine and environmental health;
    state and community organizations and programs involved in health field;

Skills

    oral and written communication skills;
    interpersonal skills;

Ability to conduct independent research, develop and gather data.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience in a professional capacity in a health organization.

NOTE: A health organization is defined as a large multi-dimensional agency with responsibility for administering health programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor&#39;s degree.
A Master&#39;s degree in public health, health education, hospital administration or public administration or other closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience.
For state employees one (1) year as a Health Services Worker and a Bachelor&#39;s degree or three (3) years as a Health Services Worker may be substituted for the General Experience.
Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Organizational and Prioritization Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Medicaid Experience: Knowledge of Medicaid policies, regulations, and program administration.
Experience in HCBS Program and Service Delivery: Experience with Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) program operations, service delivery, and regulatory compliance.
MMIS experience: Hands-on experience working with Medicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS) for program oversight and data management.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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