Join the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) as a Part-time Health Program Assistant 1! In this role, you will work closely with our team, gaining valuable experience while contributing to the success of our Rental Assistance grants. If you're excited about making a difference and contributing to housing and homelessness initiatives, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: DIVISION: Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) LOCATION: SMHA Housing Office ADDRESS: Norwich, CT SCHEDULE: Part-time (32 hours weekly), Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. POSITION NUMBER: 114320

WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Explore our comprehensive State Employee Benefits Overview to see what we offer Be part of the prestigious Forbes-ranked State of Connecticut, recognized as one of the Best Employers of 2023. Experience national acclaim for providing unparalleled job growth, competitive benefits, and flexible schedules. Enjoy endless opportunities for professional growth and development Embrace a healthy work/life balance tailored to all employees *Benefit offerings may vary with part-time positions

THE POSITION: In this dynamic position, you will work closely with the Health Program Associate, gaining valuable experience and guidance while engaging in a variety of impactful tasks. You’ll help monitor fiscal and programmatic aspects of our grants, ensuring we adhere to DMHAS, CT Balance of State, and HUD guidelines.

Your contributions will include:

Assisting in the preparation of grants and Annual Performance Reports (APRs). Reviewing expenditure reports and monitoring vendor/landlord payments to help make budget projections. Entering payment authorizations into our housing database and maintaining accurate records. Running queries and conducting quarterly utilization analyses to share findings with the Health Program Associate. Maintaining access to the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and supporting quality assurance efforts. Routinely updating the medical coverage status and benefits of program participants. Conducting chart audits and assisting in the creation of dashboards and performance improvement projects related to housing and homelessness initiatives.

ABOUT US: DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

MORE ABOUT THE FACILITY: Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) is a community mental health agency serving adults in Bozrah, Colchester, East Lyme, Franklin, Griswold, Groton, Ledyard, Lisbon, Montville, New London, North Stonington, Norwich, Preston, Salem, Sprague, Stonington, Voluntown, and Waterford providing high quality behavioral health services to those with mental health and substance use disorders. Services offered include case management, outpatient behavioral health, crisis intervention, respite care, and forensic services. SMHA is responsible for administering all DMHAS contract funded behavioral health services in Southeastern Connecticut.

Please note: A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut’s Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.

NOTE: A health organization is defined as a large multi-dimensional agency with responsibility for administering health programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. A Master's degree in public health, health education, hospital administration or public administration or other closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience. For state employees one (1) year as a Health Services Worker and a Bachelor's degree or three (3) years as a Health Services Worker may be substituted for the General Experience. Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience assisting with grant preparation, reporting, and monitoring Experience working with financial reports, such as reviewing expenditure reports, monitoring payments, and helping make budget projections Experience entering data into databases and maintaining accurate records Experience in housing, homelessness initiatives, or social services Experience in behavioral healthcare Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint Experience with creating/updating graphs in Excel