MIP Implementation Specialist Intermediate/Associate (Term-Limited)

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic individual to act as the coordinator for the Michigan Mental Health Integration Partnership (MIP). MIP is a collaboration between the State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the University of Michigan (U-M) to develop projects that assist in improving access, quality, and funding for Medicaid services. The goal of the MIP is to improve the lives of Michigan residents by enhancing access to care and service delivery for consumers with behavioral health care needs and inform integrated care best practices. Through public-private partnerships with provider organizations and community foundations, MIP involves UM clinical experts who work with community partners to implement state-of-the-art integrated mental and physical health services to enhance quality of care and well-being of children and adults from lower income communities in Michigan, with an eye towards improving health and healthcare in Michigan and beyond. In a given fiscal year, MIP supports numerous projects across the health system, involving community stakeholders and State staff, each with different investigators and funders. This position involves components of project coordination, grant administration, and community-based outreach.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Coordinate and review proposal submissions and amendments across projects.
• Collect, track, and review all project quarterly and submit to the State.
• Receive, track, review, and submit final reports, including additional deliverables to the State.
• Work closely with the State of Michigan/MDHHS staff to ensure that MIP projects align with State priorities and that all requirements are met.
• Coordinate and submit Institutional Review Boards (IRB) applications, renewals, and amendments, as needed, across projects and between UM and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
• Schedule, coordinate, and facilitate meetings with MIP investigators, as well as annual meetings with the State of Michigan, including a visit to Lansing and a reverse-site visit in Ann Arbor.
• Solicit agenda items for meetings, dispense agendas, and compose meeting minutes.
• Act as a resource to MIP investigators or potential investigators about the MIP process, requirements, and opportunities.
• Represent the MIP program at local and regional meetings both at the University of Michigan and at various MDHHS sites.
• Coordinate common activities across projects including common utilization and outcomes assessments, dissemination of training and implementation methods, information technology, and other resources.

Required Qualifications*

For Research Area Specialist Intermediate:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology or related health field
• At least 4 of related experience in a research field

For Research Area Specialist Associate:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology or related health field
• At least 1 year of related experience in a research field

Both Positions require:

• Previous study coordinator/clinical research coordinator experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to multi-task and manage competing priorities effectively
• Able to work independently and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Computer proficiency (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Exceptional attention to detail, and excellent written and oral communication skills
• Previous experience working with grants management and research administration

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology or related health field
• Experience and knowledge of Michigan Department of Health and Human Service initiatives
• Experience with the University of Michigan's Institutional Review Board
• Experience working with the University of Michigan eResearch platform
• Experience and knowledge of Michigan's Medicaid program
• Experience and knowledge of Michigan's public behavioral health system, as well as the various Community Mental Health organizations

Work Schedule

Flexible work schedule, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 12 PM

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Underfill Statement

This position could be underfilled as a Research Area Specialist Associate if needed.

Additional Information

This is a one year term limited position. Position extension may be available depending on funding availability. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

E-Verify

The University of Michigan participates with the federal EVerify system. Individuals hired into positions that are funded by a federal contract with the FAR EVerify clause must have their identity and work eligibility confirmed by the EVerify system. This position is identified as a position that may include the EVerify requirement.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

254212

Working Title

MIP Implementation Specialist Intermediate/Associate (Term-Limited)

Job Title

Research Area Specialist Inter

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Mobile/Remote

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Psychiatry Admin-Central

Posting Begin/End Date

9/09/2024 - 9/16/2024

Career Interest

Research