Program Specialist - CYFS

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANSNOTICE: Due to a recent system improvement, if you have previously applied for a position with the State of Idaho, select Reset/Forgot Password and follow the prompts to access your account. For additional assistance, refer to the Candidate Guide located under Candidate Resources on the State of Idaho Careers page.THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.Do you have personal or professional experience within or in support of programs serving youth and families and/or the child welfare team? The Program Specialist for the Continuum of Care (COC) Bureau plays a critical role in supporting the design, implementation, and coordination of services for youth in residential care. This position ensures efficient program operations, strengthens service delivery, and enhances compliance with policies and regulations. The specialist provides oversight, technical assistance, and operational support across key teams, including the Qualified Individual Team, Congregate Care Team, Family Support Clinicians, and Helpline Clinicians. The location for this position will be Twin Falls.The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.BENEFITS:The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to: We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems ((PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement. 11 paid holidays Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time) Paid parental leave (Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week) 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options Deferred compensation plan Life insurance for self, spouse, and children Short and long-term disability insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Wide variety of training opportunities Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting Additional perks and discounts (available through medical provider Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility (Employee assistance program Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: Assist in the design and implementation of policies and procedures to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency. Support cross-team coordination to ensure seamless support for youth in residential care and their families. Monitor program performance, identify gaps, and recommend improvements to enhance effectiveness. Collect, analyze, and report program data to track outcomes and ensure regulatory compliance. Prepare detailed reports on program effectiveness, compliance with state and federal regulations, and areas for improvement. Gather necessary assessment analysis to submit Medicaid pre-authorizations for residential funding. Assist in monitoring, evaluating, and compliance of residential programs working towards human trafficking implementation. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below. Some knowledge of management practices. Typically gained through completion of a college-level course or 20 hours of management training that included all the essential elements of management (Planning, Organizing, Leading, Controlling); OR three months of experience performing all management elements. Some knowledge of program or project planning and implementation . Typically gained through at least one year experience on a committee or with a group that involved program planning and implementation. Experience developing and evaluating policies and procedures . Typically gained through six months experience writing or assisting in reviewing/auditing and developing policies, procedures, field memorandums, directives or post orders. Learn About a Career with DHWIf relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating and the department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa.PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications.If you have questions, please contact us at:Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)EMAIL: PHONE: (208) 334-0681EEO/ADA/Veteran:The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Created: 2026-03-10