Behavioral Health Program Policy Team Lead
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS as a Behavioral Health Program Policy Team Lead in United States. Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Job Title: Program Specialist VII Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Program Policy Sp.
- Lead (Program Specialist VII).
- lead subject matter expert (SME) for behavioral health program policy.
- manage high bandwidth projects and initiatives, Thrives in an environment that emphasizes teamwork to achie.
Requirements
- The position is not supervisory, but may be expected to train, lead, and prioritize the work of others on the team.
- The selected candidate will work closely with project stakeholders and other agency partners and have exposure to other Medicaid programs and services.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $69K - $114K
- Pension plan offered.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Program Policy Team Lead at TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Behavioral Health physician listings evaluated on our platform.
Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.
Behavioral Health — Physician Career Context
This Behavioral Health position at TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS lists compensation for this physician position at $70k to $114k annually.
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Austin, Texas.
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.
Why This Position Stands Out
- Transparent compensation ($70k–$114k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Behavioral Health Policy Analysis, Program Policy, Medicaid, CHIP, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Written Communication, Oral Communication. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.
Core responsibilities: The lead subject matter expert will oversee the analysis, planning, and implementation of behavioral health program initiatives and operational policies within Medicaid and CHIP, developing recommendations and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. This role involves analyzing legislation,...
Benefits package: 100% Paid Employee Health Insurance, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Generous Time Off Benefits, Career Advancement Opportunities, Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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