HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

State of California; California; On-site; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Department of Health Care Services in California is seeking a Housing Supports & Field Medicine Program Specialist I to support policy development and program administration. This role provides technical guidance, conducts complex analyses, and ensures housing supports and services align with contract requirements and public health goals.

The position emphasizes SOP development, MCP compliance, and clear communications with internal and external partners to improve access to care for vulnerable

Qualifications

• Experience in public health program oversight and policy development.
• Ability to analyze complex data and support informed decisions.
• Strong communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Draft standard operating procedures for utilization management.
• Monitor MCP compliance and assist with enforcement processes.
• Track grievance and appeal data to identify systemic issues.
• Lead communications with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Policy development

Public health

Program administration

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Job Posting: Housing Supports & Field Medicine Program Specialist

Department of Health Care Services

JC-534051 -

JC-534051 - Housing Supports & Field Medicine Program Specialist

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/26/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role.

About this Role:

Under direction of the Health Program Manager II (HPM II) of the Program Administration Section, the Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) serves as a highly skilled technical program consultant, responsible for supporting the department’s mission through policy development, program oversight, and compliance activities. The incumbent conducts complex analysis, supports informed decision‑making, and provides delivering housing supports and services that assist members experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including field-based care models. As the subject matter expert (SME) for utilization management and related protocols, the HPS I drafts standard operating procedures (SOPs), monitors MCP compliance, and provides technical assistance. The position also tracks and reviews grievance and appeal data to identify systemic issues affecting access to care, develops enforcement processes, and leads communications with internal and external stakeholders.

The HPS I operates independently, applying advanced knowledge of public health, health care services, and program administration to ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of department policies and contractual requirements.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Classification:

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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 in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity,