Health Program Analyst IiiOffice Of Diversion And Reentry Emergency Appointment

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.

Department of Health Services - Office of Diversion and Reentryis 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.

During 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 toHealth Program Analyst III.

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.

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.

Conducts meetings with departmental public private and non-profit groups and community organizations to discuss and influence policy issues impacting the assigned program.

Attends and conducts meetings with department officials and members of community-based organizations and the public interested in resolving issues and influencing the program.

Supervises the work of program staff and coordinates the activities of professional and technical staff implementing the objectives and goals of the program.

Reviews written reports on program activities and progress toward achieving the overall goals of the program; develops written program goals and specialty program plans.

Supervises and participates in the development and implementation of community action plans and policy.

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.

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.

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.

Supervises and advises staff in the analysis and preparation of grant applications; monitors program-related activities and services to ensure compliance with grant activities.

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.

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:

Option I: A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university* in Behavioral Sciences Business Administration Counseling Healthcare Administration/Management Leadership/Organization Development Public Administration Public Health Public Policy Social Sciences or Social Work-AND-five (5) years of experience in the analysis of mental health or public health programs** two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II***.

A Masters Degree from an accredited college or university* in Behavioral Sciences Business Administration Counseling Healthcare Administration/Management Leadership/Organization Development Public Administration Public Health Public Policy Social Sciences or Social Work may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Option II: Seven (7) years of experience performing assignments in mental health or public health program analysis** two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II***.

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 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.

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EXAMINATION CONTENT:
During your initial work period the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment

Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATIONat any point during the hiring process including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATIONof any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings nights weekends and holidays.

VACANCY INFORMATION:

The current vacancies are to be filled within the Department of Health Services - Office of Diversion and Reentry.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed 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. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail fax or in person are not accepted.

Apply online by clicking the green APPLY button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.

Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONand you may be DISQUALIFIED.

Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTIONREQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education training and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held give the name and address of your employer your job title beginning and ending dates number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete it will be rejected.

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COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

ANTI-RACISM DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (ARDI):

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Health Services is committed to promoting Anti-racism Diversity and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality diversity and inclusion in recruitment selection and employment practices.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number so include yours when applying.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family members or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.

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Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

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