Program Manager 1-A-LDH
State of Louisiana
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The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.
Join the Louisiana Department of Health Office of Behavioral Health and help drive transformative, statewide change in behavioral health care. In this role within the Division of Health Plan Management, you will support the oversight and advancement of innovative programs like the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) initiative—expanding access to critical mental health and substance use services for Louisiana’s most vulnerable populations. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of policy, data, and large-scale program design, influencing a multi-hundred-million-dollar service delivery system and helping build a more integrated, person-centered behavioral health system across the state.
Minimum Qualifications
- Seven years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR
A bachelor’s degree plus four years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR
An advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate plus three years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative 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. Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
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Job Duties:
· Develop, manage, and implement policies and procedures related to the CCBHC certification program, ensuring alignment with federal and state requirements
· Lead the design and execution of Louisiana’s CCBHC pre-certification criteria and application process
· Monitor federal guidance and update certification standards, collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure consistent implementation
· Provide technical guidance and consultation to providers and staff on certification requirements, compliance, and best practices
· Use data analysis to evaluate certification trends, identify gaps, and support continuous improvement in program operations
· Manage all aspects of the pre-certification process, including application materials, evaluation tools, review coordination, and tracking provider readiness
· Serve as the primary liaison to providers during pre-certification, offering guidance, feedback, and support throughout the process
· Oversee certification-related projects and workgroups, ensuring timely completion, compliance, and alignment with program goals
· Develop and deliver training and technical assistance to providers and stakeholders to strengthen understanding of certification requirements and behavioral health services
· Support workforce development, policy updates, and program improvements, including participation in special projects and emergency response activities
You are encouraged to apply if you have experience in: project management, including timeline development, task tracking, and cross-team coordination; policy, procedure, workflow, and documentation development and implementation aligned with regulatory standards; and conducting readiness reviews and compliance monitoring.
Position-Specific Details:Location: Office of Behavioral Health / Hlth Plan/Quality Mgmt / East Baton Rouge Parish
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)
Cost Center: 3301010307
Position Number(s): 50691431
How To Apply:No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
Patricia Walker
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-342-6477
This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.
LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.
LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.
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