Summary

This job involves helping families of children with special health needs get affordable health insurance and manage benefits through Michigan's Children's Special Health Care Services program.

The specialist handles payments for insurance premiums, tracks changes in the insurance world, and suggests ways to make sure kids get all the care they need.

It's a great fit for someone with experience in health insurance or social services who likes solving problems for families and staying on top of policy changes.

Key Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any major
Four years of professional experience, including two years at an experienced level (P11) or one year at an advanced level (P12)
Knowledge of health insurance benefits and coordination
Ability to research and analyze insurance industry changes
Experience administering benefit programs or assisting clients with insurance access
Strong skills in recommending strategies for resource utilization
Ability to work remotely or hybrid within Michigan

Full Job Description

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion.

Serves as the only state-wide Children's Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) insurance specialist, this position helps clients access affordable health insurance coverage and coordinate state and federal insurance benefits.

This position administers the Insurance Premium Payment Benefit Assistance (IPPBA) component of CSHCS.

In addition, the position is responsible for researching and analyzing changes in the insurance industry, anticipating impacts for CSHCS, and recommending strategies to ensure families use all available resources to obtain comprehensive health services for children enrolled in the program.

Position Description

Job Specification

To be considered for this position you must:

apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
attach a cover letter.

if applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.

Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

Requirements

Education

Experience

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Additional Information

The physical location of this position is 400 S. Pine Street, with remote options available. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:

A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov