State Opioid Response (SOR) Prevention System Manager (HCPMDBHR) Project

State Opioid Response (SOR) Prevention System Manager (HCPM/DBHR) - Project

This is a project position funded through 9/29/2027.

Are you passionate about making a difference for families and children in the state of Washington The Prevention System Manager oversees the implementation of opioid prevention projects manages contracts and collaborates with communities healthcare providers and state agencies to drive meaningful change. This role combines project management policy development and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced mission-driven environment. Telework flexibility and a strong benefits package make this a rewarding and balanced career for experienced prevention professionals.

All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.

Division philosophy statement:

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) values and seeks diversity equity and inclusion as integral to the behavioral health field. We support embrace and celebrate everyones uniqueness promote inclusion and commit to remove systemic barriers that affect our workforce our providers and the people that receive prevention treatment and/or recovery support services.

About the division:

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) mission is to transform lives by supporting sustainable recovery independence and wellness through substance use disorder prevention and mental health promotion efforts. DBHR provides support for substance use disorder mental health and problem gambling services. The substance use disorder prevention and treatment programs promote strategies that support healthy lifestyles by preventing the misuse of alcohol tobacco and other drugs and support recovery from substance use disorder.

About the position:

The State Opioid Response (SOR) Grant Prevention Manager leads efforts across Washington to prevent opioid and prescription drug misuse through community and statewide prevention activities. This position works on the Washington State Opioid Response Grant (SOR). The Prevention Manager will oversee planning implementation and monitoring of prevention project activities; collaborate with health care organizations providers and state agencies to further statewide opioid and other substance use disorder prevention initiatives. Acting as the states subject matter expert in prevention program development using the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) strategies this role makes independent decisions and provides guidance on complex substance use disorder prevention issues. The Prevention System Manager also oversees contracts and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements while promoting culturally appropriate prevention addition this position provides consultation training and technical support to service providers community organizations and coalitions; helping them apply the latest prevention research and evidence-based strategies to strengthen Washingtons prevention system.

This position is eligible to telework but is required to travel for site visits to partner organizations and to report on-site to meet business needs. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions both on-site and telework eligible positions is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. HCA has currently suspended the ability to support out-of-state telework.

Some of what you will do:

• Manage and oversee projects assigned to support the SOR Grant prevention goals such as:
  1. Workgroups
  2. Public education campaigns
• Provide progress reports to federal state and HCA leadership and staff.
• Manage and oversee projects that involve representation from other agencies.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of goals objectives and division administrative policies and procedures for assigned statewide projects.
• Negotiate and manage the development preparation implementation and monitoring of provider contracts for projects.
• Monitor and document contract compliance.
• Manage contracts including but not limited to:
  1. Negotiating statements of work and budgets
  2. Monitoring contracts for compliance
  3. Documenting monthly compliance and conducting on-site reviews
  4. Reviewing and processing monthly contract payment invoices based on compliance
  5. Authorizing specific program expenditures
  6. Tracking prevention contractor performance data and monitoring program outcomes
• Manage and monitor culturally based substance use disorder prevention services and contract execution.
• Review and approve annual and biennial plans for local prevention services.
• Conduct biennial on-site reviews.
• Write and develop programmatic policies and procedures.
• Lead agency efforts in developing planning and implementing prevention strategies and special meetings.
• Formulate statewide policy on complex prevention issues and procedural system improvements.
• Provide strategic direction and consultative expertise on statewide implementation and programmatic development.
• Provide consultative expertise to top-level management in determining priorities and quality improvements for the statewide prevention system.

Required qualifications:

Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:

Option 1:

Masters degree or higher in Public Policy and Administration Prevention Science Public Health Community Health Education Health and Human Services Social Sciences Communications or closely related field andthree (3) years of the required experience below

Option 2:

Bachelors degree in a field identified above andfive (5) years of the required experience below

Option 3:

Current certification as a Certified Prevention Professional in Washington State (or equivalent) and nine (9) years of the required experience below

Option 4:

One year as a Health Care Program Specialist (formerly Medical Assistance Program Specialist MAPS2)

Note: Travelmay be required to meet with clients and partners to conduct business or to present training/attend conferences.

The required experience includesthe following:

• Current certification as a Certified Prevention Professional in Washington State (or a plan to receive the Certification within 6 months of hire).
• Consultative or supervisory experience in public health social services or behavioral health within substance use disorder prevention or mental health promotion including:
  • Contract management project management workforce development communications implementation of educational training programs community engagement technical assistance grants management and other comparable experience.
  • Experience obtained during certification as a Certified Prevention Professional if applicable.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience or education in Substance Use Disorder Prevention and Mental Health Promotion or a comparable combination of graduate education and experience.
• Two (2) years of experience in budgeting project management and strategic planning including program design and implementation data analysis and evaluation and developing operations and marketing plans.
• Knowledge of prevention theories and technology including risk and protective factor framework the Strategic Prevention Framework community needs and resource assessment principles of effectiveness and best practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of prevention planning and programming evidence-based and best practice programs budget and program development strategic planning and program evaluation.
• Ability to provide culturally appropriate training and technical assistance to diverse audiences on prevention and health promotion topics coalition development community organization program planning and implementation and program evaluation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills ability to facilitate small and large groups and ability to form and maintain strategic partnerships with government non-profit school business and faith-based stakeholders.
• Ability to organize coordinate and manage complex statewide projects.
• Ability to interpret policy and guidelines and use independent judgment for critical decisions when faced with competing demands.
• Ability to analyze proposed state and federal legislation for programmatic and fiscal impacts.
• Ability to evaluate prevention research and apply findings to policy and program design.
• Proficiency with electronic communication word processing spreadsheets and databases (including Microsoft Word Outlook and Excel).
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong interpersonal skills; ability to write clear concise and grammatically correct correspondence and reports.

Preferred qualifications:

• A minimum of three (3) years experience working successfully with community-based prevention efforts.
• Experience working with multi-ethnic and marginalized communities.
• Knowledge of laws regulations policies requirements and procedures of federal tribal and local governments related to substance use disorder and regarding state and federal revenue sources and contract procurement negotiation and management.
• Possess a demonstrated knowledge of laws regulations policies requirements and procedures regarding state and federal revenue sources and contract procurement negotiation and management.
• Experience with negotiating and managing performance-based contracts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laws regulations policies and procedures regarding state and federal revenue sources contract procurement negotiation and management.
• Knowledge of agency/division policies and guidelines governing contract procurement and management.
• Familiarity with federal tribal and local government systems related to substance use disorder programs.
• Successful completion of SAPST or WA-SAPST.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs.

How to apply:

Only candidates who reflect the required qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume

To take advantage of veteran preference please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy) NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in .

About HCA:
Functioning as both the states largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.

There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars HCA purchases health care including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention crisis and recovery supports to all Washington residents.

What we have to offer:

• Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA
• A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered HCAs Mission Vision & Values
• A healthy work/life balance including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options.
• A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
• A safe pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants and shopping nearby.
• And free parking!

Notes:

Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.

HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse inclusive workplace aligned with HCAs mission.Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women racial and ethnic minorities and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age disabled and Vietnam era veterans as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them please contact us at . Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Lisa Fleming at or .

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