Program Specialist V - Forensic & Jail Diversion (Remote)

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Program Specialist V to expand statewide technical assistance for forensic and jail diversion services. The role reports to an Associate Director within the Forensic and Jail Diversion Services unit and is based in Austin, TX, with telework eligibility.

The position requires strong analytical and writing skills, collaboration with local authorities and state hospitals, and leadership in implementing evidence-based practices and policy

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and writing skills required.
• Experience with policy interpretation and program development.
• Ability to coordinate with internal/external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with crisis, forensic, and jail diversion services.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize and perform technical, training, research, policy, and administrative tasks to enhance access to care.
• Implement evidence-based practices, revise guidelines, and develop contract language.
• Oversee diverse programs, manage external contracts, and support data analysis and reporting.

Skills

Technical writing

Policy analysis

Training

Research

Program assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Program Specialist V to expand statewide technical assistance for forensic and jail diversion services. The role reports to an Associate Director within the Forensic and Jail Diversion Services unit and is based in Austin, TX, with telework eligibility.

The position requires strong analytical and writing skills, collaboration with local authorities and state hospitals, and leadership in implementing evidence-based practices and policy