Behavioral Health State Health and Human Services Managing Consultant

Location: New York

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36694
** Job Family:
** Strategy & Transformation Consulting
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* Travel Required:

** Up to 25%
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* Clearance Required:

** None
* * What You Will Do****:
** We are seeking a strong
** Managing Consultant
** with experience and knowledge of national healthcare reform and its impact on state behavioral health, public health, Medicaid, and/or state and local health and human services programs, including health benefits exchanges, Medicaid expansion, Medicaid managed care, Medicaid program operations, program improvement and state compliance requirements, as well as a strong understanding about various state and local programs and policies across the country.

The successful candidate will:
* Assist state agencies, including Behavioral Health (mental health and substance use), Public Health, Medicaid, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities, State Units on Aging and/or Social/Human Services in the development of strategic plans to support the statewide implementation of healthcare reform
* Understand state Behavioral Health prevention, treatment, and recovery services and systems.
* Understand Medicaid eligibility requirements, processes and systems
* Assist clients in assessing business and technical requirements related to the implementation of program initiatives
* Research and stay abreast of all states’ healthcare transformation efforts
* Perform data and qualitative research activities to address state research needs
* Document and communicate findings and support development of recommendations and follow-up steps to respond to findings
* Identify and collaborate with broad range of healthcare stakeholders
* Participate in analysis of client-identified issues or problems
* Manage projects and engagements of various sizes and durations
* Supervise and support the development of staff
* Effectively manage client interaction and managing client expectations
* Provide subject matter expertise, as requested and appropriate
* Help develop business with new clients, as requested
* Participate in non-client related firm-building activities
** What You Will Need****:
*** A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
* Minimum of 5+ **(
** FIVE) years of previous work experience
* Must have experience in the Healthcare Industry
* Strong attention to detail and deliverable preparation
* Strong interest in state health agencies and healthcare reform, e.g., Medicaid, public health, health insurance, and health reform organizations (legislative, executive, governor’s office)
* Ability to travel to meet client needs (10-30%) as required
** What Would Be Nice To Have****:
*** Superior written and oral communication skills
* Bachelor’s degree in a related field (healthcare, business or data analytics/computer science) OR - A Master’s degree in health policy and administration, public policy, public health, social service administration OR equivalent
* A strategic problem solver
* Demonstrated ability to self-manage task execution and manage discreet task / project / initiative functions.
* Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access as well as the ability to conduct research through use of the internet and other information sources
* The ability to work overtime as necessary
* Assure high-quality client work product

The annual salary range for this position is $-$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
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* What We Offer:

** Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:
* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
* Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
* Position may be…