Staff Analyst, Contingency Management bei Heluna Health

Salary Range: $6,806.73 - $9,820.80 monthly

SUMMARY

Staff Analyst to work on harm reduction programs, in collaboration with health and justice partners, aimed at improving health and wellbeing of Los Angeles residents with lived experience of substance use, sex work, justice system engagement and those experiencing homelessness or who are formerly homeless. 

Harm Reduction services play a critical role in the health and wellness of DHS patients and the people served by DHS programs. Harm Reduction services are evidence-based, population health interventions are the best method of preventing overdose deaths and reducing the transmission of HIV/ AIDS and Hepatitis C. Harm Reduction services get overdose medication and safer drug consumption supplies into the hands of people who need them. In addition to saving lives, addressing health equity and improving health and wellness, the services also build on the dignity and humanity of people who use drugs or are engaged in sex work and welcome them into a community of care.

The Harm Reduction Division coordinates the Department of Health Services’ existing harm reduction efforts and leads an expansion of services. The services help address the overdose mortality crisis and reduce physical and behavioral health disparities among DHS patients, particularly for people who use drugs, people engaged in sex work, people with justice system involvement and people experiencing homelessness.

This Staff Analyst will work on multiple programs, including providing oversight of a pilot contingency management program designed to support program participants with making positive behavioral changes to prevent them from losing their housing and to improve their overall health outcomes. When implemented as a continuum of harm reduction programming, contingency management programs have effectively demonstrated a decrease in harmful behaviors associated with stimulant drug use. The Staff Analyst will develop policies and procedures for the program, support the development of participant selection criteria and oversee the evaluation of the project.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the Staff Analyst include, but are not limited to:

• Provide technical assistance and ongoing support for service providers implementing contingency management programs;
• Design and implement creative and evidence-based program services;
• Provide operational and project management support to the program(s);
• Providing oversight of the contracting process which includes development of Requests for Proposals, evaluation of responses to Proposals, making recommendations for vendor selection and development of Scopes of Work;
• Making recommendations regarding the use of division resources including programming and funding opportunities;
• Developing and implementing quality assurance processes to ensure a high quality of programming;
• Manage projects, including timelines, staffing, work plans, and budgets;
• Develop and lead training, technical assistance, capacity building, and program-related support to service providers;
• Develop relationships and facilitate meetings with project team members, community partners, and other stakeholders;
• Compile metrics and data and ensure that the program is on track for client engagement and delivery of care coordination activities; and
• Compile research and write reports regarding harm reduction and other harm reduction initiatives;
• Support the development of participant and housing site selection criteria.
• Supporting the creation of additional programming by seeking out and applying for funding opportunities;
• Representing the Harm Reduction Division with external stakeholders and other County departments;
• Liaison with other County Departments and teams to implement and manage harm reduction projects;
• Developing written reports for submission to funders, Board of Supervisors, and as required by other stakeholders;
• Completing special projects and assignments as needed;

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience

Four (4) years in a highly responsible combined experience in health care administration operations and substance use disorder (SUD) services for high-risk populations. (e.g., homeless, justice-involved, mentally ill, substance use disorder or medically complex) - OR - (B) Researching, studying, and making recommendations to support health or social service programs or policy serving the homeless, justice-involved, mentally ill or substance use disorder or medically complex population)

Preferred Education/Experience

• Minimum of five years of experience in program operations and management.
• Experience providing supervision/ oversight to clinicians, case managers or community health workers preferred.
• Social work or clinical experience in community-based programs preferred.
• Experience in curriculum development, training and training program oversight.
• Experience facilitating diverse community collaborations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, desire to work in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment, and ability to collaborate with many levels of a diverse staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with diverse stakeholders. This job will require coordination and collaboration with people with lived experience of substance use, service providers, law enforcement, prosecutors, healthcare providers, people with lived experience of the justice system and homelessness.
• Experience in programs serving people experiencing homelessness, people engaged in sex work, the reentry population, people with substance use, physical and mental health challenges, and people with disabilities highly desired.
• Experience with overdose prevention or other harm reduction programs desired.
• Experience working with criminal justice partners desired.
• Strong organizational skills, including an ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, pay attention to details, and meet deadlines.
• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Public Health (MPH), Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT)

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Successfully clear the LA County Live Scan process for DHS

Successfully clear the health clearance process.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Proficient skill set in using an array of Microsoft Office Suite software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Adobe Reader, One Note, Outlook, Publisher, Teams, Outlook, etc.

Able to multi-task and set workload priorities for time sensitive projects/tasks.

Ability to problem solve and make recommendations to processes, policies, etc.

Able to communicate with all levels of personnel, e.g., written, verbal, in a professional and concise/clear manner; ability to work within a project team and/or independently.

Able to work in a very diverse environment and with diverse individuals.

Ability to be flexible in meeting changing work tasks and timelines; must be dependable and reliable.

ONLINE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

At a minimum, candidates need to submit/upload electronic copies of a resume describing education to include training certifications, and relevant paid and volunteer experience – relevant to the job description essential job functions. Applications need to include legible copies of education diplomas/transcripts as applicable.

A cover introductory letter may be submitted while not required.

Legible copies of certificates to substantiate proficiency in skills, knowledge and abilities may be submitted.

Applications without supporting documentation at the time of application or no more than 5 business days after the initial application will not be included in the candidate pool.

Review of job description at https://helunahealth.org/join-our-team/ is suggested, especially if applying to the position from a third-party online application.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand                                                    Frequently

Walk                                                      Frequently

Sit                                                           Frequently

Handling                                              Occasionally

Reach Outward                                 Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder                  Occasionally

Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend             Occasionally

Lift / Carry                                           Occasionally - Up to 35 lbs

Push/Pull                                             Occasionally - Up to 35 lbs

See                                                         Constantly

Taste/ Smell                                        Not Applicable

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.