Senior Program and Policy Consultant-Medicaid

BerryDunn — Assurance, Tax and Consulting; United States; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

BerryDunn — Assurance, Tax and Consulting is looking for a Senior Consultant to join our Medicaid Practice Group in the United States. The role demands expertise in Medicaid program and policy, project management, and strong communication skills. You will represent Medicaid agencies to improve healthcare outcomes, mentor team members, and participate in business development activities. The salary ranges from $100,000 to $115,000 with potential bonuses based on performance.

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant professional experience in state or federal government, healthcare, and/or consulting.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working directly for or consulting with a State Medicaid agency.
• Experience in developing and implementing Medicaid programs and enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Lead client initiatives providing subject matter expertise and project management.
• Build relationships with project team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Develop a career plan and mentor BerryDunn team members.

Skills

Medicaid program and policy knowledge

Project management

Problem-solving

Excellent written and verbal communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

BerryDunn is seeking a Senior Consultant to join our Medicaid Practice Group. As part of our consulting team focused on state Medicaid agency clients, you’ll leverage your Medicaid program and policy skills along with drive, initiative, and problem‑solving abilities to help Medicaid agencies improve the health and lives of individuals. You’ll be the success partner for Medicaid agencies in building healthier communities and stronger futures. In your first project, you will leverage your Medicaid 1915(c) waiver program and policy project management skills and subject matter knowledge to help a current client with the implementation of waivers for children with serious emotional disorders and intellectual and developmental disabilities. You may work remotely or from one of our office locations and report to senior management in our Medicaid team for both client work and career development. With a growth mindset, you will drive your personal growth with the support of a learning and development culture.

Travel Expectations

Up to 50%.

You Will

• Lead or support client initiatives by providing subject matter knowledge and project management, including developing program and policy recommendations, 1915(c) waiver amendments, complex analysis, status reports, data and technical strategy plans, and presentations.
• Build relationships with project team members, client contacts, stakeholders, federal partners, and vendor contacts, and communicate project and delivery status to clients, team members, and other stakeholders.
• Develop your own career plan and mentor BerryDunn team members through partnered practice, knowledge sharing, and collaboration on project deliverables. Participate in marketing and business development activities, such as writing blog posts, attending conferences, reviewing RFPs, and assisting with go/no‑go decision‑making.

You Have

• 5 years relevant professional experience in state or federal government, healthcare, and/or consulting.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working directly for or consulting directly with a State Medicaid agency.
• Experience working with the Medicaid program and policy, including:
• Developing and/or implementing Medicaid programs and enhancements.
• Interpreting and analyzing federal laws and regulations, documenting recommendations for compliance.
• Researching and developing State Plan Amendments (SPAs) and 1915(c) waivers.
• Developing health and human services programs with home and community based services (HCBS) focused on children, youth, and families.
• Analyzing quality measures and applying performance change.
• Supporting skills such as stakeholder engagement, research, and meeting facilitation.
• Demonstrated experience with problem solving and using critical thinking skills to adapt to changing priorities in a deadline‑focused environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship building skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Compensation Details

The base salary range for this role is $100,000 – $115,000. The position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on factors such as company and personal performance. The final salary may be adjusted based on additional qualifications or experience.

Benefits

Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what is expected to support physical, mental, career, social, and financial well‑being. For a complete list of benefits, visit our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace.