ADAP/HICP Analyst

Description

Pay Grade: H

This is a GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available federal grant funds.

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact– Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity– Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture– Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work– Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Job Responsibilities

The ADAP provides access to medications for the treatment of HIV/AIDS to eligible Georgia residents. The HICP provides assistance with health insurance premiums and medication co-pay costs. The work of this position ensures the timely review and processing of ADAP/HICP applications, re-enrollment and recertification. This position also provides eligibility policy and procedure technical assistance to Ryan White Part B ADAP/HICP enrollment sites for the entire State of Georgia. The ADAP/HICP Analyst performs a wide range of administrative duties assigned by the program managers, which includes resolving eligibility issues, documenting correspondence with enrollment sites and program participants. Provides information and answers questions from Georgia constituents regarding ADAP/HICP.

• Ensures the timely monitoring, review and processing of new ADAP/HICP applications, re-enroll applications and recertifications through the quick look process which is submitted electronically by case managers and coordinators located at ADAP/HICP enrollment sites throughout the state of Georgia.
• Assists in the daily operations of the ADAP/HICP by completing data entry in the program’s database.
• Enroll or update ADAP/HICP client information in the Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) system upon approval of the application to ensure that program participants can receive medications.
• Communicates daily with ADAP/HICP enrollment sites and providers statewide via email, telephone and/or fax.
• Participates in team and department meetings and assists with ADAP/HICP trainings as needed.
• Monitor, review and maintain third party administrator reports received in order to monitor continued eligibility of program participants
• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma/GED and five (5) years of job-related experience in social services or related field;
OR
Two (2) years of experience at the lower level Soc Svc Claims/Benefits Tech 2 (SST031) or equivalent position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years directly job-related experience.
• Experience in HIV/AIDS Ryan White Programs at state and/or local level.
• Experience providing program specific technical assistance.
• Knowledge of infectious diseases, specifically HIV/AIDS.
• Experience and knowledge auditing program documents.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Additional Information

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, emailDPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.