Behavioral Health Policy Specialist VI

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TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS
2 days ago
Austin, Texas — Hybrid$5,098.66 - $8,304.83/moFull TimeBehavioral Health PolicyinNot on LinkedIn
✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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 Policy Specialist VI 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 on conducting readiness and operational reviews required for the oversight of in lieu of services (I.
  • lead subject matter explorer on these critical services.
  • lead on assigned Medicaid programs.
  • provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a di.

Requirements

  • and ensuring the proper functioning of several managed care programs essential to the safety and independence of millions of children and adults in Texas that depend on these services.
  • The Policy Advisor will serve as the lead on conducting readiness and operational reviews required for the oversight of in lieu of services (ILOS) implementation.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $5,098.66 - $8,304.83/mo
  • PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS in United States.

Key Skills

ResearchAnalysisEvaluationPolicy DevelopmentProgram OversightWaiver ManagementRule RevisionProject ManagementWorkgroup LeadershipStakeholder CoordinationSubject Matter ExpertiseWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationConflict ResolutionNegotiationJudgment
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About TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS

Government Administration
Austin, TX
5-10

Benefits & Perks

100% paid employee health insurance
Defined benefit pension plan
Generous time off benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Telework eligible
4.8

Burnout Score

Below Average

Protective Factors (3)

Hybrid work (Schedule flexibility ↓ burnout)

No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)

No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)

Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

2d ago