Job Summary:

The Director, Complex Health Strategy and Policy is responsible for leading the complex health strategy and policy team thoroughly analyzing industry trends, best practice, State and Federal policy initiatives to identify actionable business/pilot opportunities for CareSource.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee and lead key business strategy efforts around complex health and equity including child welfare, disability inclusion, SUD, criminal justice, tribal strategy, social drivers of health, housing etc.
• Develop, implement, and lead strategic approaches to advocacy efforts and coordinate, facilitate and advance business and policy priorities across existing state markets and emerging markets
• Serve as a liaison between Complex Health Strategy and Policy team and the enterprise.
• Act as a key subject matter expert for CareSource on complex populations from a macro perspective
• Lead a team to monitor emerging industry policy, regulatory and compliance changes at state or national level for analysis and integration into the corporate business plan
• Engage with key stakeholders on a national level to discuss the CareSource value. Examples include national associations, think tanks, advisory groups and trade associations.
• Participate in the development of key partnerships with external agencies, associations and consumer advocacy coalitions and other external stakeholders
• Develop and implement advocacy strategies in conjunction with the marketing and community services staff, to support and advance corporate strategic goals
• Develop white papers, policy briefs and other educational/awareness materials
• As applicable, provide strategic oversight of contract lobbyists and perform oversight of administrative functions as necessary
• Perform any other job duties as requested

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or other related discipline or equivalent work experience is required
• Master’s degree or other related discipline is preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years planning and strategy development experience is required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience with Medicaid & Medicare policy/programs and other public health care programs is required
• Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience is required

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills:

• Thorough understanding of legislative processes at local, state, and federal levels with a primary concentration in policy legislative issues
• Strong working knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare and managed care laws, regulations, and financing models
• Intermediate proficiency level with Microsoft Office
• Broad internet research skills
• Technical writing skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills Legislative advocacy skills
• Understanding of the public policy process
• Strategic thinker with negotiation skills
• Strong analytic, research and organizational skills
• Knowledge and experience with publicly funded health care programs

Licensure and Certification:

• Lean or Six Sigma certification is preferred
• Project Management Certification is preferred

Working Conditions:

• General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to travel as required by the needs of the business

Compensation Range:

CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Compensation Type (hourly/salary):

Organization Level Competencies

• Create an Inclusive Environment

• Cultivate Partnerships

• Develop Self and Others

• Drive Execution

• Influence Others

• Pursue Personal Excellence

• Understand the Business

This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.