Home & Community Based Services Senior Policy Analyst

Do you have experience developing, implementing, and providing oversight of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about influencing system changes that will enhance access to home and community based services for people experiencing complex behavior health and other disabilities? We look forward to hearing from you!

This posting will be used to fill one (1) permanent, full-time position. This position is classified as Management Service and is not represented by a union.

Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position

What you will do!

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the senior policy and operations analyst for the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) programs for Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members with behavioral health needs. The individual in this position will report to the Home and Community Based Services Policy Manager in the Medicaid Division and work closely with the OHA Division of Behavioral Health, and Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Aging and People with Disabilities (APD) and Office of Developmental Disabilities (ODDS) to address access to HCBS for people experiencing complex behavior health and other disabilities related to aging, intellectual or developmental, and other related needs. Additionally, this position will inform community partners, OHA Ombuds, Tribal Affairs, and Government Relations of key milestones, deliverable, successes, and barriers with the programs managed, including policy development and organizational improvements to ensure equitable access and quality of behavioral health service for Oregonians. The policies and organizational improvements that this position will lead impact the healthcare system in Oregon, the Oregon Health Authority, the Oregon Department of Human Services, and other state agencies.

OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.

What's in it for you?

• We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
• Paid Leave Days:
  • 11 paid holidays each year
  • 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
  • 8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
  • Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
• Pension and retirement programs
• Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to eight years of experience coordinating or administering a program.

NOTE:

A degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program will substitute for some required experience:

• An Associate’s Degree is equal to 18 months of experience.
• A Bachelor's Degree is equal to three years of experience.
• A Master’s Degree is equal to four years of experience.
• A Doctorate Degree is equal to five years of experience.

Desired Attributes

• Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid administration in Oregon, and experience in working with Community Mental Health Programs, Behavioral Health Service Providers, Coordinated Care Organizations or other managed care entities.
• Knowledge and experience with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) waiver and demonstration projects.
• Specific knowledge and understanding of the full continuum of behavioral health care, with specific understanding of the cross section between mental health, substance use disorder, community criminal legal system and systemic racism.
• Demonstrates skills in the following areas:

• Community and Partner Engagement
• Contract Administration
• Data Synthesis, Analysis and Reporting
• Legislative Coordination
• Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
• Policy Advisement
• Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
• Project Management
• Strong Oral and Written Communication
• Systems and Organizational Improvement
• Expert level Technical Assistance

How to apply:

Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-163550

Application Deadline: 08/28/2024

Salary Range: $6,901 - $10,161