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MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.This position serves as the statewide expert for community reintegration program. The position provides direct assistance to cases identified by Bureau of Children’s Coordinated Health Policy and Supports to assess a child’s current situation in residential and higher levels of care and develop strategies to identify and/or support a step-down community placement with trauma informed resources to support the placement post discharge from residential or psychiatric hospitalization. The position participates in facilitating program, service and support delivery through collaboration with contractors providing treatment to children in residential care, hospitals with child psychiatric beds and public and private mental health service systems. The position develops strategies to address program needs and resource development, as well as recommend/implement new initiatives to expand community-based service, supports and programs. The position develops data reports and monitors data to inform program outcomes. The position coordinates with the Children’s Services Administration to develop strategies to address program needs and resource development, as well as recommend/implement new initiatives to expand community-based supports and contracts. The position monitors and analyses data to inform outcomes for children, youth and families.
Position DescriptionJob SpecificationTo be considered for this position you must:- apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
- attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- attach a cover letter.
- If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature. Please review Civil Service's guidelines regarding Official Transcripts: Official Transcripts (michigan.gov)
Failure to complete any of the above may result in your application being screened out as incomplete. See instructions for attaching files here: InstructionsEducationPossession of a bachelor’s degree in any major.
ExperienceDepartmental Analyst 12 -Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.
Preferred three or more years of experience in the child welfare services system, in foster care, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service. Experience and knowledge of DHHS programs including those provided by CMHSP and Medicaid Health Plans, policy, law and requirements as they relate to health.
Departmental Analyst 9 - 12 - Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 333 S. Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933/Hybrid. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:- A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
- A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
- Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.
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