Licensing and Certification Compliance Specialist 3 (2 positions)
Licensing and Certification Compliance Specialist 3 (2 positions)
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
05/16/2025Application Deadline:
05/25/2025Agency:
Oregon Health AuthoritySalary Range:
$6348 $9370Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Licensing and Certification Compliance Specialist 3 (2 positions)Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits Apply Today! Licensing and Certification Compliance Specialist 3 (2 positions)
The Licensing and Certification unit within the Behavioral Health Division of OHA is responsible for oversight of all current and new programs facilities and providers. L&C is the regulatory unit which ensure all providers are in substantial compliance with the relevant rules for which application is made and consideration of the SPA and the 1915i waiver. Site visits are made to all new sites prior to licensure certification or registration. A 90day site visit is conducted to ensure the provider remains substantially compliant as additional individuals are added to their roles. Renewal visits are conducted annually biennially or triennially as specified by statute. Complaint investigations are conducted as needed based on nonabuse complaints received that indicate a potential violation of OARs. As well compliance staff provide technical assistance to providers OHA staff stakeholders partners the public and the legislature on a daily basis. Further compliance staff review and respond to all critical incident reports and all less than 30day notices of move.
Facility and provider oversight includes Adult Foster Homes Residential Treatment Homes Residential Treatment Facilities Class 1 Secure Residential Treatment Facilities Class 2 Secure Residential Treatment Facilities Regional Acute Care Psychiatric Services Emergency Department Hold Rooms 5day Hold Hospitals Transport Custody Hospitals Psychiatric Emergency Services Inpatient Psychiatric Services Secure Transport Agency with Choice (InHome Services) CommunityBased Structured Housing and Crisis Stabilization Centers.
NOTE: These positions require travel on average 710 days of travel per month (fluctuates). One position is statewide travel and workload is across the state (many of these are close to Portland Metro). One is regional (Eugene area) with some Central and Southwest Oregon travel (a few facilities in Eastern Oregon).
For a full review of the position description pleaseclick here:
Licensing & Certification Mental Health Compliance Specialist 3 (1)
Licensing & Certification Mental Health Compliance Specialist 3 (2)
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths background and commitment to fostering inclusivity we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Five years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance or eligibility with program guidelines and regulations.
Three of the five years must be above the technical support level.
Collegelevel course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45quarter units per year up to a maximum of three years.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these please let us know in your application.
- Experience conducting inspections or investigations and determining compliance.
- Experience making recommendations for modifications required to attain compliance.
- Experience applying and interpreting administrative rules policies and procedures.
- Experience communicating professionally with people of diverse backgrounds with the understanding that diversity can create language barriers. Active listening skills and ability to make a conscious effort to restate or rephrase information when clarity is needed fostering effective communication and mutual understanding.
- Ability to manage multiple caseloads to ensure timely processing of all aspects of the review inspection report corrective action plan and issuing of license/certificate
We are seeking someone who shares Oregon Health Authoritys mission and values. OHA values health equity service excellence integrity leadership partnership innovation and transparency. OHAs health equity definition is Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and wellbeing and are not disadvantaged by their race ethnicity language disability age gender gender identity sexual orientation social class intersections among these communities or identities or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing reconciling and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices. OHAs 10year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here to learn more about OHAs mission vision and core values.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements At the time of application ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume cover letter and answer all supplemental questions.
- External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
- Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
- Before the job announcement closes log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under My Applications and complete them.
- Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
- We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
- Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills including attention to detail spelling and grammar. For more tips and guidance check out What you need to know to get the job!
- This announcement is for two fulltime permanent nonrepresented management service Compliance Specialist 3 positions.
- This is a 100% REMOTE position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
- Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement or if you require an alternate format to apply please contact the Senior Recruiter Stephanie Mitchell at Voice:(TTY 711) or Email: .
- For Workday technical support dial.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment;promote an atmosphere of mutual respect dedication and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If youre driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives the Oregon Health Authorityis the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
- Excellent medical vision and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly outofpocket cost.
- Optional life insurance shortterm disability longterm disability deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
- Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays 3 personal business days 8 hours of monthly sick leave and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
- Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Additional Details
- The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
- The salary listed is the nonPERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
- Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire applicants will be required to complete I9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected classincluding race sex veteran status disability age color religion national origin marital status or sexual orientationand we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education experience and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an antiracist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
