PROGRAM CONSULTANT – SOCIAL SERVICES

State of Louisiana; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Health insurance

10 paid holidays

Sick and annual leave

Flexible/alternative work schedules

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services in St. Gabriel is seeking a qualified professional to coordinate Medicaid application and enrollment activities for eligible incarcerated inmates, and to develop procedures for timely submission.

This role requires strong procedural skills, interagency collaboration with LDH, and the ability to work in a 24-hour facility. The appointment may be probationary or promotional, with eligibility for permanent state service.

Qualifications

• Six years of administrative/public health experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree plus three years in relevant fields, or advanced degree plus two years.
• Experience substitution: 30 semester hours equal one year (max 120 semester hours).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates Medicaid application and enrollment activities for eligible incarcerated inmates.
• Develops, maintains, and updates procedures to ensure applications are complete and processed timely.
• Monitors Medicaid activities and coordinates with EHCC and LDH.

Skills

Administrative experience

Public health knowledge

Policy/procedure development

Interagency coordination

Adaptability to shift work

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree in social science or public health or JD

Job description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center

St. Gabriel, LA

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

Why work for DOC?

• Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
• Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

Job Qualifications

• Six years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR
• Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR
• A bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR
• An advanced degree in a social science field, public health, counseling, social work, rehabilitation services, business, public, or health administration, or Juris Doctorate plus two years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services.
• EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Coordinates Medicaid application and enrollment activities for eligible incarcerated inmates, including those preparing for release.
• Develops, maintains, and updates procedures to ensure applications are complete, processed and submitted to LDH within established timeframes. Develops procedures consistent with applicable interagency agreements and memoranda of understanding.
• Monitors Medicaid activities for delays, discrepancies, and procedural concerns; works with EHCC staff and LDH regarding implementation.

• Attends conferences, meetings, and professional development activities to remain informed of the changes in Medicaid laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Communicates relevant changes to EHCC and revises program procedures as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Will work with inmates.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type:PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE

• Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.
• An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.
• This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.

Note regarding the advertised pay range

Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make at each level over their career and NOT the amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

Other Important Information

• IMPORTANT: In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), to be considered for employment by answering ‘YES’ to the PREA question.
• Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
• Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.
  • This is a 24-hour facility.
  • Applicants may be required to work shift work
  • This Agency is a Drug-Free Workplace.

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability.

For further information about this vacancy, contact

Hilary Dugar

Human Resources Department

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center

Ph: [phone]

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