Program Coordinator - Medicaid School Policy

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources website. Permanent, temporary, and time‑limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

The Program Coordinator - Medicaid School Policy serves as the subject matter expert and main point of contact to provide information about services that are provided and billed by Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to all stakeholders. This position relates to all grant‑funded program objectives to expand and improve schools’ capacity to provide physical and behavioral health services. This position provides policy leadership for the program, communicates with internal and external stakeholders, assists with program integrity oversight and plans for sustainability of the program.

Salary Grade Range: $64,211 - $105,949

Recruitment Range: $64,211 - $92,700 Grant Yr 2; $95,481 Grant Yr 3

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) / Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Previous and proven work experience within clinical policy at NC Medicaid with strong understanding of Medicaid and federal requirements surrounding the provision of health services for beneficiaries under age 21, particularly those that are provided and billed by Local Education Agencies.
• Masters or Bachelor's level clinical background in allied health (OT, PT, or SLP) or nursing (RN) and with experience in administrative or quality improvement procedures.
• Ability to self‑direct, self‑motivate, prioritize, and perform job responsibilities independently or with minimal supervision.
• Excellence with written and verbal communication skills to effectively translate complex medical and regulatory requirements into practical, clear and unambiguous policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and apply analytical and critical thinking skills for policy evaluation and quality assurance.

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

The Division of Health Benefits (DHB) within NCDHHS is committed to advancing innovative solutions that improve health, promote well‑being and foster independence for all North Carolinians. DHB manages and oversees North Carolina Medicaid and other programs that provide access to services and supports for parents, children, seniors, people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, and behavioral health, substance use and traumatic brain injury disorders.

With a budget over $27 billion in state and federal funds per fiscal year, DHB ensures that more than 108,000 enrolled providers are reimbursed for delivering covered services to 3.1 million beneficiaries.

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high‑quality, low‑cost benefits on a pre‑tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Visit website for State Benefits

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and…