Project Coordinator (Innovation in Behavioral Health Project Coordinator) / TG61096385RP

Job Responsibilities * This position is a re-post. Previous applicants do not need to re-apply.* * This is a Temporary Grant position.* The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians. This position is located in Bureau of Policy, Richland County. This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position. Are you the One? We are looking for a Project Coordinator (Innovation in Behavioral Health Project Coordinator) who serves as a Project Coordinator for the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Primary responsibilities include the management of the Innovations in Behavioral Health (IBH) grant. The Project Coordinator monitors assigned Practice Participants and associated deliverables. Serves as a liaison and communications lead between the Practice Participants and agency stakeholders. Serves as a subject matter expert in providing knowledge and expertise for the IBH grant. Monitors activities and performance through a variety of means to ensure compliance and delivery of quality service. Utilizes statistical measurements to distinguish areas of strength and identification of failures to comply with grant requirements. Completes reporting and other evaluation analysis to track and measure Practice Participant performance and compliance. Identifies the need for, assists in the creation of, and maintains all documentation, protocols, and tools required to monitor, analyze, measure and report all assigned deliverables related to grant compliance and performance. Ensures all documentation is clear, concise, and easily followed and utilized by others. * Provides day-to-day oversight, follow-up, and maintenance on grant management and Practice Participant deliverables for assigned Practice Participants. Plans, schedules, documents, and prepares materials for internal and external meetings as requested by project manager. Serves as a subject matter expert providing knowledge and expertise for assigned Participants and agency stakeholders. Tracks, assists, and escalates as necessary the planning, coordination, administration and execution of new contracts and contracts amendments related to the IBH grant. * Measures, tracks, and reports regularly on grant-related activity, Practice Participant performance and agency satisfaction to Project Director and others. Archives and stores supporting documentation, communications, reports, etc. Provides input, serves as liaison, and prepares communications for publication to Practice Participants, internal departments, stakeholders, and/or administration. Requires travel to onsite locations across various state regions. * Assists in the development and maintenance of all procedural documentation, tools, and reports, etc. essential to properly monitor, analyze, measure and report Practice Participant's deliverables and compliance. Evaluates, updates, and maintains all resources to ensure accuracy. Maintains monitoring protocols, practices and plans, including the collection and storage of data required to monitor, analyze, and report compliance. Documentation is accurate, concise, and easily followed and utilized by others. * Provides day-to-day oversight, follow-up, and maintenance of grant related escalations. Serves as a subject matter expert providing knowledge and expertise for assigned Practice Participants to management, Practice Participants, and agency stakeholders. Measures, tracks, and reports regularly on Practice Participant related escalations for assigned Practice Participants. Archives and stores supporting documentation, communications, reports, etc. Develops and submits to management after action review documents to address repetitive escalation topics. * Attends and participates in relevant opportunities for professional development and training. Demonstrates utilization and application of new skills learned to improve effectiveness and efficiency within assigned responsibilities. * Performs other duties as assigned. Serves as back-up and covers tasks and responsibilities of other team members as requested and assigned. May be required to travel offsite occasionally, as assigned. The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes: * Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children. * 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year. * 15 days sick leave per year. * 13 paid holidays. * State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs. Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor's degree in a health or business field and at least three (3) years of work-related experience. Additional Requirements: * Occasional overnight travel. * Requires holder to drive routinely. * Overtime and/or weekend work with Deputy approval. * Valid driver's license. * Sitting or standing for long periods of time. * Lifting requirement: 20 lbs. * In-office role. Preferred Qualifications * Demonstrated competencies related to contract procedures, functions, and compliance. * Competent in use of protocols, policies, procedures, and tools. * Ability to work independently; to organize and complete work assignments with minimal guidance. * Ability to maintain a positive working environment with internal and external relationships. * Capable of following oral and written policies/regulations. * Proficient in serving as point person for day-to-day oversight of assigned programs. * Working knowledge of financial and accounting practices. Additional Comments Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail. The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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