Public Health Program Associate

State of Missouri
Springfield, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Mar 19, 2025
  • Salary: 45,168.00-46,968.00 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:46968
  • Full Time
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

    Job Location: This position will be located at 149 Park Central Square, Suite 116, Springfield, MO 65806

    Why you’ll love this position:

    This position will serve as a Facilitator for the Bureau of Special Health Care Needs (SHCN) Healthy Children and Youth and Medically Fragile Adult Waiver Programs. SHCN is looking for a team player with a keen eye for detail who wants to make a positive impact for individuals with special health care needs and their families. We offer a work culture that promotes a work-life balance in a supportive environment that values both teamwork and autonomy. Work hours are 8 am - 5 pm, Monday- Friday, flex schedules may be considered.

    • Review documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
    • Maintain records for the implementation and management of the program, gather and provide data, prepare reports relative to program activities.
    • Provide training, guidance, and technical assistance, to program partners and SHCN staff.
    • Use word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other program related computer applications necessary to meet program goals.
    • Assist with intake of new referrals, assist with determining participant eligibility for program services, program enrollment, and initiate the process to assess for services.


    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree. (Applicable work experience will be allowed as a substitution).
    • Attention for detail, excellent problem solving skills, and the ability to work closely and collaboratively with SHCN staff, health care providers, and others involved in program implementation.
    • Excellent communication skills; be able to explain, demonstrate, and train program guidelines and technical processes.
    • Work independently, multitask, and demonstrate superior initiative.


    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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