What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROGRAM COMPLIANCE EVALUATOR position at State of Maryland?
Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH Behavioral Health Administration
Compliance Unit
55 Wade Avenue
Catonsville MD 21228
Main Purpose of Job
The Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) has oversight responsibility of Maryland's Public Behavioral Health System, and is responsible for regulating and licensing all behavioral health programs.
The position of Program Compliance Evaluator (Coordinator Special Programs, Health Services IV Addiction) plays an essential role in ensuring all licensed community based substance use disorders (SUD) treatment programs, and SUD treatment programs in a state or local correctional facility meet regulatory requirements and quality of care standards. The duties of the position are performed statewide at public and private health facilities, and other program sites. This position interprets and applies Federal and State rules and regulations, and requires the incumbent to have knowledge of Federal and State regulations and National Accreditation standards regarding the treatment of substance use disorders.
The position is responsible for conducting and completing on-site and desk program compliance reviews, audits, and complaint investigations to determine provider compliance with Federal regulations (42 CFR part 2 and part 8), COMAR regulations (10.63,10.09,10.58), and conditions of grant award for specialty populations. The position also provides technical assistance to SUD treatment programs, various divisions within BHA, and to external stakeholders.
The position attends and participates in all Compliance Unit staff meetings, other meetings as directed, and is required to perform duties within established policies and procedures. The position performs duties under general supervision of the Compliance Unit Director (Program Admin III Addiction), Director of Quality Assurance, State Opioid Treatment Authority (SOTA) (Program Manager III), and may receive direction from the Lead Program Compliance Evaluator (Program Admin II).
This position is eligible for Hybrid Telework which is subject to change as necessitated by operational and customer-focused demands. This position is also subject to call-in and overtime based on staffing needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience : Three years of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program(s) or referring people to governmental and private resources.
Notes : 1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Civil Affairs Specialist specialty codes in the health-related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The desired candidate should possess experience working with the substance use disorder population and with behavioral health treatment providers.
The desired candidate should also possess :
- excellent oral, written, and communication experience
- familiarity / experience with PowerPoint presentations
- ability / experience to write comprehensive reports
- proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office
- knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding the treatment of Opioid dependence
- the ability to be a fully engaged team member within a hybrid telework model
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling : 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
