Public Health Program Associate

Job Description:

Public Health Program Associate

Description

Job Location: This position will be located at 920 Wildwood Drive Jefferson City, MO.

Why you’ll love this position:

We are seeking a detail-oriented individual who is committed to the mission of protecting the health and safety of Missouri's long term care residents! Located within the Section for Long Term Care Regulation's Licensure Unit, you will be part of a team that conducts licensing activities for long term care facilities and adult day care centers.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

• Evaluate information submitted by long term care facilities and adult day care centers to ensure regulatory compliance with licensure standards;
• Serve as the primary contact for the licensure of adult day care centers. Review and process adult day care applications, including the preparation of letters and licenses, and answering questions related to adult day care regulations;
• Process long term care facility status changes and bed changes/relocations while utilizing state regulations for guidance;
• Process licenses for long term care facilities and work closely with clerical staff to ensure deadlines are met;
• Communicate with long term care facility and adult day care providers;
• Track fees paid for licensure and process refunds as appropriate;
• Compile and enter data for reporting and tracking;
• Assist with reviewing complaint packets for completion and finalization;
• Assist with the development of policies, procedures, and regulations, and assist with staff training or other special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or can substitute experience for education.
• Be able to quickly gain knowledge of statutes and regulations related to the the licensure of long term care facilities and adult day care programs. Must be able to review and understand state regulations, as well as apply the regulations in day to day work;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and basic computer knowledge;
• You will be working in a multi-team member environment which requires the ability to work independently, meet deadlines/timeframes, use critical thinking skills and requires a professional demeanor when interacting with customers;
• Skills in effectively working with diverse individuals and populations, providing good communication with team members, regional offices, other departments, the public, and stakeholders;
• Ability to compile and enter data for reporting purposes.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Shay Patterson, Shay.Patterson@health.mo.gov, 573-526-8522.

Salary:

$46,391.52 per Year