• Position Title: MAPP-Net Program Specialist (37427) – (23143036)
• Salary: $30.59 per hour
• Location: Helena, Montana
• Job Type: Full-Time

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is offering a career opportunity within the Early Childhood and Family Support Division for a MAPP-Net Program Specialist. This position is in the Children’s Special Health Services (CSHS) Section and is responsible for overseeing the Montana Access to Pediatric Psychiatry Network (MAPP-Net). The role focuses on telehealth for pediatric patients in need of mental health consultation and leads all aspects of the MAPP-Net statewide project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and administer statewide public health programs.
• Develop evidence-based public health policies and interventions.
• Develop and implement health surveillance and data collection systems.
• Coordinate program strategic planning and facilitate stakeholder groups.
• Plan and coordinate program outreach, training, and support.
• Diagnose production issues and provide support.
• Collect client requirements and define specifications.
• Conduct research and implement public health interventions.
• Create and present trainings.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other program-related communication.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social work, public health, health education, early childhood development/education, or other behavioral or social science-related field.
• Master’s degree in social work, public health, or other behavioral or social science-related field preferred.
• Two years of job-related public health or health administration experience, including contract and program management.
• Experience evaluating, developing, and writing grant responses preferred.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, submit a cover letter and resume on the State of Montana Careers website. Successful applicants will undergo background checks and reference checks. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. For a full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources.

Additional Information:

• This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana.
• A statutory $1.50 per hour base pay increase is expected, effective July 1, 2024.
• This position is open until filled.

Contact Information:

• Contact Name: Sarina Crews
• Contact Email: Sarina.Crews@mt.gov
• Contact Phone: 406-444-6920

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system, and each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection process. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, contact the agency’s HR staff identified in the job listing or use Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices offer assistance with submitting online applications.

State government does not discriminate based on various factors unrelated to merit and qualifications, including race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other non-merit-based factor.

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