Program Specialist - Behavioral Health Systems Generations

Job Description
- Program Specialist
- Behavioral Health Systems for Future Generations )

Program Specialist
- Behavioral Health Systems for Future Generations - (  )

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site tecareers.mt.gov.

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division.

This position is located in the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division reporting to the Deputy Division Administrator. This position oversees initiatives related to the Behavioral Health Systems for Future Generations project, which seeks to expand intensive and community-based behavioral health care and developmental disabilities services across Montana. This position is responsible for the development and administration of grants for BHSFG related projects.

Additionally this position will help to coordinate strategic initiatives with the Office of Strategy and Transformation. Finally, this position will evaluate the impact of BHSFG funded programs and support program sustainability.

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

• Knowledge of grant and contract management.
• Knowledge of program development and quality improvement practices.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in health science, health education, behavioral or social science, public administration, business, or a related field.
• Two years of job-related experience in program or grant management.
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of Montana.

Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement :
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment :
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

34.09 - 34.09 Hourly

Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

1

Regular

Schedule:

Full-Time

Standard

Day Job

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Helena

Butte, Missoula

Department of Public Health & Human Services

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Sep 29, 2026, 3:09:56 PM

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