State of Utah
The Director of the Division of Integrated Healthcare (DIH) is a high-level executive leader within the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Utah’s largest executive branch agency. The Director is responsible for ensuring the Department’s overall results and strategic priorities are achieved through directing the strategic and operational integration of Utah's Medicaid and CHIP programs, the state's substance use and mental health (SUMH) services, and the Utah State Hospital.
This position is directly responsible for a multi-billion dollar budget and a complex array of services that provide critical healthcare to hundreds of thousands of Utahns and the direct care of hundreds of patients at the state hospital. The successful candidate will navigate the intersection of Medicaid policy and state-level behavioral health initiatives, while leading over 1,000 employees of DIH.
Key Responsibilities:
Executive Leadership and Strategic Vision: Support the Department of Health and Human Services’ strategic priorities through use of data to achieve outcomes leveraged through the development and implementation of a strategic vision that aligns fiscal goals with public health outcomes in the state's Medicaid program, the Office of Substance Use and Mental Health (SUMH) and the Utah State Hospital. Fiscal and Programmatic Oversight: Coordinate with the department’s Division of Finance and Administration to manage and oversee the administration of all federal and state funds for DIH programs, ensuring fiscal integrity, compliance, and effective use of resources. Policy and Legislative Guidance: Serve as the primary liaison with federal agencies, including the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for DIH programs. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Interface with a wide range of stakeholders, including the Governor's Office, state legislature, local government partners, health care providers, community advocacy groups, and recipients of the services. Innovation and System Improvement: Drive innovative initiatives that promote integrated care, improve health outcomes, and enhance service delivery for vulnerable populations. Team and Workforce Leadership: Exhibit strong leadership skills to create a collaborative, outcome-focused culture that is focused on the balance of establishing high expectations of excellence and human-centered leadership. Qualifications:
Education: Preference is given to candidates with a Master's degree (or higher) in healthcare administration, public health, public policy, business, or a related field. Experience: Significant executive experience (10+ years) in a large, complex healthcare organization, preferably in the public sector. Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage large-scale operations and complex financial systems. What We Offer:
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Executive Leadership and Strategic Vision: Support the Department of Health and Human Services’ strategic priorities through use of data to achieve outcomes leveraged through the development and implementation of a strategic vision that aligns fiscal goals with public health outcomes in the state's Medicaid program, the Office of Substance Use and Mental Health (SUMH) and the Utah State Hospital. Fiscal and Programmatic Oversight: Coordinate with the department’s Division of Finance and Administration to manage and oversee the administration of all federal and state funds for DIH programs, ensuring fiscal integrity, compliance, and effective use of resources. Policy and Legislative Guidance: Serve as the primary liaison with federal agencies, including the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for DIH programs. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Interface with a wide range of stakeholders, including the Governor's Office, state legislature, local government partners, health care providers, community advocacy groups, and recipients of the services. Innovation and System Improvement: Drive innovative initiatives that promote integrated care, improve health outcomes, and enhance service delivery for vulnerable populations. Team and Workforce Leadership: Exhibit strong leadership skills to create a collaborative, outcome-focused culture that is focused on the balance of establishing high expectations of excellence and human-centered leadership. Qualifications:
Education: Preference is given to candidates with a Master's degree (or higher) in healthcare administration, public health, public policy, business, or a related field. Experience: Significant executive experience (10+ years) in a large, complex healthcare organization, preferably in the public sector. Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage large-scale operations and complex financial systems. What We Offer:
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