ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
- Department of Health Care Services
- Remote
- 16 days ago
Job Description
About this Role:
Under the general direction of the Chief of the Mental Health Program Certification (MHPC) Section and the direction of the Children’s Program Unit 1, Staff Services Manager I, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) is responsible for performing duties related to the oversight and monitoring of community residential mental health programs, and specifically those related to the Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Programs (STRTPs), Children’s Crisis Residential Programs (CCRPs) and Community Treatment Facilities (CTFs). This includes conducting the initial and annual onsite Mental Health Program Approvals (MHPAs) and performing all associated tasks, including but not limited to review of applications and required supporting documents, providing training and technical assistance to counties and providers, report-writing, requiring Corrective Action Plan (CAP) for any identified deficiencies and follow-up on the same. The AGPA has responsibility for any complaints and investigations of unusual occurrences that are received related to the STRTP, CCRP and CTF, which may result in additional onsite or virtual reviews.
Travel is required 50% of the time. The position may require overnight travel for up to 3 consecutive nights to meet training requirements and conduct onsite reviews of the community residential treatment programs.
Results from the AGPA (9PB04) examination currently in progress may be utilized for filling the(se) position(s).
This position may be subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code and requires annual filing of a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700).
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Please see the Telework Information section below for telework details.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
DHCS' purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all.
DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.
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Special Requirements
If you are interested in this position, complete the following these simple steps:
- Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the classification(s). See the Minimum Requirements section of this posting.
- Complete the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.
- Submit your application package with all required documents - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section of this posting.
- Once you have applied, take the AGPA (9PB04) examination(s).
Supplemental Application Instructions
Applicants must include a Supplemental Application (SA) for this recruitment. You must provide a response to the question(s) requested below demonstrating how your knowledge, skills, and training meet the needs of this position. The SA must have each response numbered, using 12-point Ariel font, and no more than 2pages in length. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner.
Respond directly to the following Supplemental Application question(s):
1. Describe in detail your professional experience with mental health programs and how that makes you the best candidate for this HPS I position.
2. Describe in detail your experience providing technical assistance and/or training to stakeholders or analyzing statutory and regulatory requirements, and making policy recommendations
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 5/1/2024Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Supplemental Application - Please see Special Requirements Section for instructions.
Desirable Qualifications
- Ability to prioritize workload, adapt to changes in workload, and shift focus when needed;
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative, productive, and professional working relationships with departmental leadership, various government entities and stakeholders;
- Ability to multi-task and adapt to a changing environment; functioning effectively under demanding and competing deadlines and priorities;
- Ability to work on confidential and sensitive assignments, and consistently exercise a high degree of initiative, independence, sound judgment in performing assigned tasks;
- Ability to analyze situations and adopt effective courses of actions and/or processes;
- Effective communication, business acumen, decision making, and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal);
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Ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team
Benefits
- Continuous and ongoing training
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
- Defined retirement program
- Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
- Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
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Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Jamie Shigetoshi
(916) 954-1058 ext:
[email protected]
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:EEO Officer
(916) 440-7370
[email protected]
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Telework Information
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated office and residence subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The DHCS office location for this position is: 1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Additional Information
Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.
Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at [email protected]. For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at (866) 844-8671 or [email protected].
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.