Program Coordinator 1 (PCN 062405)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska invites applications for a Program Coordinator 1 in Anchorage, AK, focused on advancing Alaska's Medicaid program with an emphasis on licensed behavioral health services. The role involves outreach, licensing activities, and background checks for RCCF and AMHR providers.

The position requires frequent travel and contributes to ensuring regulatory compliance across state and federal standards to improve provider performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach, training, and licensing support for RCCF and AMHR licensing.
• Process background checks for RCCF and AMHR providers.
• Investigate reports of abuse and neglect and complaints against licensed RCCF and AMHR providers.
• Review referrals for CBC and PASSR and help align behavioral health services with regulatory standards.

Skills

Program Oversight

Job description

Program Coordinator 1 (PCN 062405) in Anchorage, AK

We’d be delighted to have you join our team.

If you envision yourself in this role and are ready to start an exciting career with us,

This Position Is Open To Alaskan Residents Only.

Job Description

Welcome to the Department of Health.

What you will be doing:

Come join our team and play a key role in advancing Alaska's Medicaid program, with a focus on licensed behavioral health services.

In this position, you will be responsible for providing outreach, communication, training, technical support, and all licensing activities pertaining to residential childcare facilities (RCCF) and adult mental health residential homes (AMHR). You will work closely with providers and stakeholders to ensure compliance with state statutes and regulatory standards that govern residential care facilities and ensure background check processing of RCCF and AMHR licensed providers under the authority of the Department of Health.

Additionally, you will be responsible for investigating reports of abuse and neglect, complaints against licensed RCCF and AMHR providers, and conducting licensure activities for all RCCF homes. You will assist with reviewing referrals for the Complex Behavior Collaborative (CBC) program and Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASSR). This is an exciting opportunity to directly influence the alignment of behavioral health services with state and federal regulations, while driving continuous improvement in provider performance.

If you're passionate about ensuring the health and safety of vulnerable Alaskans receiving residential care, we would like to hear from you.

This Position Requires Frequent Work Travel

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The mission of the Division of Behavioral Health is to promote an integrated and comprehensive behavioral health system based on sound policy, effective practices, and partnerships.

Our Division Values: Connection, Collaboration, and Community.

The benefits of joining our team:

We offer exciting work that has a positive impact on the lives of Alaskans. The Division is guided by our belief that every employee is a change agent whose ideas, values, and beliefs are respected as they enrich our overall team environment.

The working environment you can expect:

Anchorage Regional Office: Conveniently located at 3601 C. St., Suite 878, Anchorage, AK 99503, Midtown Anchorage, and within walking distance of Cuddy Family Park, Loussac Library, and Natural Pantry.

A hybrid work environment offers the opportunity for designated telework and in-office days.

Who we are looking for:

• Program Oversight: Plans, coordinates, and monitors programs to ensure that federal, state, and/or local government program requirements and plans are met