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Program Manager 1-A-LDH




The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.



Join the Louisiana Department of Health Office of Behavioral Health and help drive innovative, data-informed solutions that expand access to critical behavioral health services across Louisiana. In this role within the Business Intelligence Unit, you will support high-impact initiatives such as the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) program and the 1115 Reentry Demonstration, improving care for vulnerable and justice-involved populations. This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of system transformation—using data, policy, and collaboration to strengthen a statewide, person-centered behavioral health system and deliver meaningful outcomes for communities across the state.

Requirements

Seven years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

A bachelor’s degree plus four years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

An advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate plus three years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:

·  Lead the development of reporting infrastructure to track utilization, access to care, clinical outcomes, and program costs for CCBHCs and the 1115 Re-entry Waiver 

·  Collaborate with stakeholders to identify reporting needs, define data elements, and ensure alignment with program goals and requirements 

·  Work with LDH teams and contractors to design and implement databases and data systems that support reporting and analytics 

·  Provide input on process improvements and efficiencies in the development and maintenance of reporting systems 

·  Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support program monitoring, evaluation, and decision-making 

·  Develop and maintain standard and ad hoc reports to meet state and federal reporting requirements 

·  Collaborate with internal staff and external partners to create report templates, analytical tools, and data processes 

·  Develop SQL and SAS queries to extract, analyze, and validate data from multiple data sources 

·  Coordinate with requestors to ensure clear understanding of data needs, reporting expectations, and final outputs 

·  Perform other duties as assigned to support OBH initiatives and priorities


Position-Specific Details:

Location: Office of Behavioral Health / Admin/Finance / East Baton Rouge Parish

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment 

Cost Center: 3301010206

Position Number(s): 50684910


How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.


To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 


* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.


Contact Information:

Patricia Walker

Patricia.Walker.DCFS@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477


This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. 


LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. 


Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.


LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.


Date Posted
03/27/2026
Job Reference
OBH/PAW/219262
Organization
LDH-Office of Behavioral Health
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Category
Project/Program Management
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