Home Health & Direct Care Services Policy Unit Chief (Medicaid Health Systems Administrator 2)

About Us:

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

• Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.
• Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.
• Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.
• Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.
• Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.

What You Will Do at ODM:

Office: Policy

Bureau: Long Term Services & Supports

Classification: Medicaid Health Systems Administrator 2 (PN 20102815)

 

Job Overview:

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking a skilled health policy professional to supervise a team supporting statewide Long-Term Services & Supports (LTSS) programs. This role directs policy development and analysis for Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS), including Self Direction programs, State Plan Home Health, Private Duty Nursing, Personal Care, and Nursing Services provided through HCBS waiver programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Directs HCBS program and Self-Direction policy development.
• Oversees monitoring and evaluation protocols for key LTSS services. 
• Manages rule drafting, Ohio Administrative Code updates, and waiver application processes. 
• Reviews legislative and regulatory changes for program impact. 
• Manages programmatic contracts and operations.
• Leads interagency and stakeholder workgroups.
• Supervises and supports staff development. 
• Conducts Fraud, Waste & Abuse related research and provider recommendations to strengthen program integrity. 
• Advises leadership and responds to sensitive inquiries.

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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

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Completion of graduate core program in business, management or public administration, public health, health administration, social or behavioral science or public finance; 24 mos. exp. in planning & administering health services program or health services project management (e.g., health care data analysis, health services contract management, health care market & financial expertise; health services program communication; health services budget development, HMO & hospital rate development, health services eligibility, health services data analysis).

-Or 24 months experience as a Medicaid Health Systems Administrator 1, 65295. Note: education & experience is to be commensurate with approved position description on file.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Health Administration

Technical Skills: Public Health, Program Management

Professional Skills: Developing Others, Collaboration, Problem Solving

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Compensation is as listed on the posting unless required by legislation or union contract.

This position is overtime exempt.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation. Or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Resumes and/or attachments are not reviewed. Therefore, please provide detail in the work experience section of your application.

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Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Job Details
Organization: Medicaid
Agency Contact Name and Information: [email protected]
Unposting Date: Sep 10, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
Work Location: Lazarus 5, 50 West Town Street, Columbus, 43215
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County
Compensation: $44.38/hour
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill: Health Administration
Technical Skills: Program Management, Public Health
Professional Skills: Collaboration, Developing Others, Problem Solving