Program Coordinator II (Nurse Aide Program Coordinator) / 60013312

Job Responsibilities

The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.

This is position is located in Bureau of Policy, Richland County.

This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.

Are you the One? We are looking for a Nurse Aide Program Coordinatorwho will serve as the Program Coordinator for the Nurse Aide Training and Medication Assistant Certification programs. Provides technical assistance and consultation to Medicaid providers, other state agencies, intra-divisions, professional organizations and members. Performs duties governed by policies as mandated by federal and state law.

• Serves as central point of contact for program stakeholders. Ensures adherence to all federal and state requirements related to these programs. Work with stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement of the nurse aide and medication assistant programs. Reviews and approves nurse aide and medication assistant training program applications. Serves as SCDHHS representative for nurse aide/medication assistant registry appeals.
• Serves as subject matter expert for nurse aide and medication assistant programs. Knowledgeable of state, federal, or other policy regulations that impact these programs. Works closely with stakeholders to determine policy/process improvements. Reviews and amends policies and propose suggestions to improve the effects of existing policies. Assist stakeholders (internal and external) with policy questions and concerns. Conducts policy trainings annually or as requested by stakeholders.
• In collaboration with the Bureau of Policy’s internal contract team, assist with monitoring the scope and budget of contracts for nurse aide and medication assistant programs.
• This function includes any additional duties assigned to support the broader goals of the agency. May require performing tasks across other business units within the agency.
• Emergency Preparedness duty requirements.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
• 15 days sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of experience in the field of business administration, social work, public health, human services and/or related field; or

A master’s degree and one (1) year of relevant experience in business administration, social work, public health, human services and/or related field.

Additional Requirements:

• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Lifting requirements: 20 lbs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Occasional overnight travel.
• Overtime and/or weekend work with Deputy approval.
• In-office Role

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidate must have strong organizational, interpersonal/collaborative and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work independently, multi-task while handling large volumes, with a commitment to follow-up and detail.
• Candidate must have experience in and knowledge of Medicaid long-term care programs.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Must be able to make independent decisions, when necessary. Excellent verbal and written skills required

Additional Comments

Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.