Careers
Join our team building the nation’s first universal long-term care program!
finding and applying for jobs
You can find all WA Cares Fund jobs posted on careers.wa.gov under the state agency where the job is located. Several state agencies have responsibilities for developing and implementing WA Cares Fund, including the Department of Social and Health Services and the Employment Security Department.
All applications must be submitted through the careers.wa.gov site.
currently open positions
Provider Policy and Network Development Program Manager
In this role, you will serve as a vital member of the WA Cares Fund and the unit’s designated subject matter expert for WA Cares Fund Provider Network collaboration with the Health Care Authority’s ProviderOne system and functionality, as well as policy development to build an adequate provider network to serve WA Cares beneficiaries.
Specialty Contract Manager
You will have the opportunity to oversee essential provider contracts, ensure compliance, and contribute to equitable and impactful care solutions statewide. You will use your creativity, collaborative mindset, and legal expertise in contract writing to influence policies, implement monitoring processes, and elevate program integrity. This role has statewide scope and will utilize a hybrid telework schedule within the state of WA.
Provider Network Navigators
We are hiring for three vacancies! A hybrid telework schedule is available for one role in Eastern Washington and two roles in Southwest Washington/Coastal counties.
Some of what you will do:
- Provider Outreach and Contracting: Create, implement & execute outreach and recruiting strategies across multiple platforms, communities and languages.
- Develop culturally appropriate outreach materials and strategies for community partners & tribal providers.
- Training and Development: Delivering and collaborating in the development of training in various formats. conduct train-the-trainer sessions to equip providers with the skills and knowledge they need to function within the WA Cares program.
Provider Policy Unit Manager
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a new policy for the WA Cares Fund provider network, focusing on risk assessment, operational standards, and service rates. It involves creating procedures for provider selection, registration, and billing, while also addressing provider shortages through strategic initiatives. You will collaborate with stakeholders to develop workforce policies, address new requirements in RCW 50B.04 and RCW 74.39A, coordinate with ALTSA experts to support strategic decision-making, and analyzing the impact of policy changes on other divisions. Additionally, the position entails identifying gaps in existing provider policies and ensuring compliance with relevant statutes and regulations.