State Program Manager

Overview State Program Manager – Continuity of Care Coordinator (Health Services Unit, Connecticut Department of Correction). Lead and manage continuation of care activities associated with the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) of 2023, overseeing the reentry coordination program across correctional facilities. Responsibilities Manage the DOC’s CAA Continuity of Care and reentry coordination program across multiple correctional facilities. Oversee documentation, reporting, and compliance activities related to CAA reentry provisions. Coordinate with community health partners to support timely linkage to medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, and insurance services upon release. Conduct and monitor Random Moment Time Studies (RMTS) in accordance with state and federal requirements; ensure accurate sampling, documentation, and follow‑up. Support billing‑related activities by reviewing documentation, validating service records, and identifying discrepancies. Lead internal auditing processes to ensure program integrity, accurate reporting, and adherence to HIPAA standards. Develop and maintain standardized workflows, documentation tools, and quality‑assurance checks for facility staff. Collaborate with facility leadership, community partners, and central office teams to implement program improvements and maintain compliance across all sites. Monitor regulatory updates related to CAA, Medicaid reentry provisions, and confidentiality requirements, recommending operational adjustments as needed. Qualifications – Minimum Nine (9) years of professional experience. One (1) year of the general experience must have been in the specific area of assignment. College training may be substituted for the general experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one‑half (½) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a bachelor's degree. Master’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the general experience. Two (2) years of experience as an Apprenticeship and Training Program Manager may be substituted for the general and special experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience with correctional health, reentry services, Medicaid operations, or community health coordination. Experience with CAA requirements, reentry‑based coverage transitions, RMTS, and healthcare billing/documentation processes. Experience performing auditing, data review, and compliance‑monitoring. Experience with HIPAA and best practices for handling protected health information. Experience coordinating multi‑site programs and maintaining effective communication with facility staff and community providers. Experience with documentation systems, data tracking tools, and workflow management. Benefits Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance for all employees. Hazardous Duty pension plan (State Employees Retirement System Tier IV). Work Schedule Full‑time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Wethersfield. EEO Statement The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Connecticut - Department of Correction