Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleLong Term Care Systems Specialist 1 (Health) (NY HELPS) - 95013

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs/Division of Health Plan Contracting and Oversight/Bureau of Managed Long Term Care

99 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Long Term Care Systems Specialist 1 HLTH, assigned to the Office of Health Insurance Programs (OHIP) in the Division of Health Plan Contracting and Oversight, will support the Bureau of Managed Long Term Care on the Survey/Compliance team. This position includes but is not limited to the daily activities related to ensuring Managed Care Organizations in New York State compliance with the regulations, statutes, and the Medicaid Contract. Specific duties may include: Participating in the survey process from scheduling to closure; Review and issue of survey related results and correspondence; Participating in External Quality Review Organization (EQRO) Focus Surveys designed to test and confirm access to care; Assist in the development of Policy and Procedures, surveillance methodology, tools and protocol; Review of Corrective Action Plans to ensure completeness and compliance with established standards; Assist in analyzing survey data and preparing summary reports of findings; Support the coordination of survey logistics and communication with managed care organizations; Special Projects and other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment:
Current Department of Health (DOH) employee with permanent or contingent-permanent status as a Long Term Care Systems Specialist 1 (Health).

NY HELPS:
Six years of experience* administering or analyzing disability, aging, health, or social service programs for older adults, three years of which must have been in the development, delivery, or monitoring of long term services and supports.

*An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; and a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate would have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

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, SCD/LTCSS1H/95013

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/LTCSS1H/95013 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SCD/LTCSS1H/95013, 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.