HEALTH PROGRAM ANALYST III/ EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS HOMELESSNESS

Los Angeles County; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their mission in addressing the homelessness crisis. This role as a Health Program Analyst III offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the community. You will lead program development, supervise staff, and collaborate with various organizations to enhance mental health services. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary qualifications, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Join a team committed to improving lives and shaping policies that matter.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 5 years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree can substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises program development and implementation for mental health services.
• Coordinates efforts among various organizations to address community needs.

Skills

Program Development

Leadership

Technical Assistance

Grant Writing

Policy Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Master's Degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data Analysis Software

Job description

EXAM NUMBER:

b4731K-EA

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE- EMERGENCY

FILING DATES:

March 3, 2024 at 8 a.m. (Pacific Time)

This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice.

The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Health Program Analyst III vacancies related to the homelessness crisis.

Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Health Program Analyst III.

Responsibilities:

1. Supervises or independently executes the development, implementation, and evaluation of the services of a program or sub-program; formulates or assists with the formulation of plans, policies, and objectives for the program.
2. Supervises and participates in the coordination and facilitation of collaborative efforts among public, private, and non-profit groups and community organizations to meet the needs of the target population; provides leadership, technical assistance, advocacy, and coalition-building on behalf of targeted groups.
3. Reviews written recommendations from staff regarding budgets submitted by contact agencies, policy issues, pending legislation, regulations, and technical research and position papers relating to the program area.
4. Supervises the investigation of contracted agency operations performed by subordinate analyst staff; performs investigations of highly sensitive or complex issues involving contract agencies and makes recommendations to management.
5. Supervises and advises staff in the analysis and preparation of grant applications; monitors program-related activities and services to ensure compliance with grant activities.
6. Reviews written reports on program activities and progress toward achieving the overall goals of the program; develops written program goals and specialty program plans.
7. Supervises and participates in the development and administration of contracts with mental health and public health program service providers; supervises the monitoring and evaluation of agencies to ensure compliance with contract requirements and services.
8. Conducts meetings with departmental, public, private, and non-profit groups and community organizations to discuss and influence policy issues impacting the assigned program.
9. Supervises and participates in the development and implementation of community action plans and policy.
10. Supervises the work of program staff and coordinates the activities of professional and technical staff implementing the objectives and goals of the program.
11. Attends and conducts meetings with department officials and members of community-based organizations and the public interested in resolving issues and influencing the program.
12. Oversees the evaluation of awareness campaigns that promote the assigned program; oversees and assists in the design and layout of promotional materials and may disseminate products such as flyers, newsletters, pamphlets, posters, and articles.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:

Option I: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Health Care Administration/Management, Public Administration, Behavioral Sciences, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a closely related field -AND- five (5) years of experience in the analysis of mental health or public health programs, two years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II. A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Option II: Seven years of experience performing assignments in mental health or public health program analysis, two years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II.

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE ABOVE REQUIREMENT(S) AT THE TIME OF FILING IN ORDER TO BE APPOINTED TO FILL ANY VACANCIES RELATED TO THIS RECRUITMENT.

LICENSE: 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.

PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: In order to receive credit for any college or university course or degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts with your application at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days of filing.

EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification, Minimum Requirements, and/or Special Requirement Information serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements.

FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.

DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Department Contact Name: Celia Yeung
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