The positions are located in the greater Sacramento area which includes Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano or Yolo county.

Telework option may be available.

Limited Term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

Do you want to work for a small dynamic department that is helping administer programs that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout the State?

Join the California Department of Aging and be a part of an organization that serves to help California's most vulnerable population. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to the newly established Office of the Long-Term Care Patient Representative.

Under the direction of the California Department of Aging's (CDA) Health Program Manager II of the Office of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Patient Representative (OLTCPR), the Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) serves as a public patient representative.

The OLTCPR provides public patient representation for residents of skilled nursing and intermediate care facilities who have:

• Been determined by an attending physician to need a medical intervention that requires informed consent and lack capacity to make their own health care decisions.
• No identified family or legal surrogate who can make decisions on their behalf.
• No identified friend, relative or other person who can represent their interests during an interdisciplinary team (IDT) review of the prescribed intervention.

Travel may be required up to 40 percent of the time.

The incumbent is required to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders and as well as program employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skills related to specific tasks and equipment; possess organization, planning, and computer skills; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; observe confidentiality rules; and adhere to departmental policies and procedures regarding attendance, leave, and duties.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code . The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

The physical work location of the position is designated at the department's headquarters location, a three-story building and standard office modular workspace located in Natomas. The duties of the position require sitting for long periods of time while using a personal computer, reviewing documents, and attending meetings whether they are digital (i.e. Zoom, WebEx, MS Teams, etc.) or in person.

• Statewide travel may be required up to 40%.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-386705

Position #(s):
797-550-8338-951

Working Title:
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I - Telework Option

Classification:
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I $6,061.00 - $7,587.00

# of Positions:
2

Work Location:
United States

Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information
The California Department of Aging (CDA) administers programs that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout the State. The Department administers funds allocated under the federal Older Americans Act, the Older Californians Act, and through the Medi-Cal program.

Recognizing that California's over-65 population is projected to grow to 8.6 million by 2030, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-14-19 calling for the creation of a Master Plan for Aging to be developed by December - 2020. The Master Plan will serve as a blueprint that can be used by state government, local communities, private organizations, and philanthropy to build environments that promote healthy aging. CDA will play an integral part in the development and implementation of the Master Plan.

To learn more about CDA, visit:

https://www.aging.ca.gov/

To learn more about the Master Plan, visit:

https://mpa.aging.ca.gov/

To learn more about the Master Plan for Aging activities and status, visit:

https://www.engageca.org/

To learn more about the Master Plan and the Governor's Executive Order, visit:
https://www.chhs.ca.gov/home/master-plan-for-aging/

Special Requirements
This position requires a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/24/2023
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

California Department of Aging
Attn: Human Resources Branch JC-386705
2880 Gateway Oaks, Suite 200

Sacramento , CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California Department of Aging
Human Resources Branch JC-386705
2880 Gateway Oaks, Suite 200

Sacramento , CA 95833

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  A Statement of Qualification is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications Instructions" section below for specific requirements.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships, and deal tactfully, professionally, and confidentially with all internal and external customers and contacts.
• Ability to provide clear, concise, and effective written documentation and oral presentations.
• Ability to adapt behavior, work methods, and priorities in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Ability to conduct research and to interview long-term care residents and others in person, by phone, and/or by email.
• Ability to represent the wishes or best interests of long-term care residents during interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Dependability.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of issues facing residents in long-term care facilities.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits
In addition to competitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, our employees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access to programs and services that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout California.

To learn more benefits for State employees, visit the Benefit Summary , page on the CalHR website.

CDA is located close to downtown and is easily accessible from various main thoroughfares (i.e. Interstate-5 and Interstate-80). Employee's enjoy a great team environment with amenities including: FREE PARKING , and close to various dining and shopping choices in the Natomas area.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Branch
(916) 419-7525
Careers@aging.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 898-9480
eeo@aging.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

The Statement of Qualifications' (SOQ) purpose is to introduce questions that require a narrative response on how an applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the qualifications for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

DISCLAIMER:

Applicants who fail to submit a SOQ as required may be screened out from the selection process.

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Must include applicant's full name (Last, First)
• The original SOQ questions must be listed in the SOQ document
• Criteria/Question(s) must be answered in numerical order
• Font must be Arial 12-point (not higher or lower)
• Not to exceed two pages
• Single-sided, Single-spaced

CRITERIA:

Describe your knowledge and/or experience of the interdisciplinary team process in skilled and intermediate care facilities.

Describe your approach to handling multiple complex assignments, staying organized, and meeting deadlines.

Describe your experience working with older adults and people with disabilities.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Establish Eligibility: Current state employees with a status as an Health Program Specialist I or lateral transfers in an equivalent class, former State employees who can reinstate into this class or persons who are reachable on a current employment list for this classification are eligible to apply.

*IMPORTANT*

If you have not yet completed the first criteria of establishing List Eligibility, please see the following link(s) for directions in taking the CalHR exam before applying for the position.

Click here to open the link to the Health Program Specialist I Exam

(NOTE: If you are taking an online exam for the first time, print your score after you have completed the exam; scores are not updated in your CalCareer account immediately.)

Applicants not familiar with the State of California exam process, may wish to review

3 Steps to a State Job . Additionally, applicants may consider:

Reviewing the Health Program Specialist I Class Specifications ;

Reviewing the Health Program Specialist I Exam Bulletin;

Previewing the Health Program Specialist I Exam Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. Official transcripts will be required upon appointment. If it is determined an application does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.