Human Services Program Consultant I (Temporary)

Agency Office of State Human Resources Division Temporary Solutions Job Classification Title Human Services Program Consultant I (S) Position Number Grade NC14 About Us To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES. Description of Work Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position.

Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org . Visit  www.nctemporarysolutions.com  for employment information. Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position.

All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time. Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.

This temporary position is located in 3512 Bush Street - Wake County. This position is assigned to the Department of Adult Correction - Comprehensive Health. Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $29.11 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application). Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. Management Preferences:    Current and continous offender knowledge of State and Federal Medicaid Policy and Law. Detailed working knowledge and understanding of the laws, policies and regulations for offenders in the NCDAC/DOP regarding Medicaid.

Strong knowledge base of medical and mental conditions and the elements necessary to meet the federally mandated definition of disability. Advanced level of understanding and knowledge of the disability determination process for NC Medicaid as a familiarity with the structure and function of the NCDAC/DOP. ​ At least two years of medical experience. ​ Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices.

Knowledge of psychosocial, socioeconomic, behavioral problems and their treatment. Skill in establishing and applying techniques to assess psychosocial, behavioral and psychological aspects of offender's problems. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies. General knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes and their treatment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrative chain of command, members of caseload and their families, and with civic, medical, social and religious organizations.

Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely to plan and execute work load. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master's degree in a discipline relative to the program