Program & Policy Analyst - Behavioral Health Substance Use Treatment (Open & Promotional) - County of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
About the Job
NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on April 26, 2024 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous."
San Mateo County Health is seeking an experienced individual for the position of Program & Policy Analyst - Behavioral Health Substance Use Treatment to, under general supervision, provide a variety of analytical and administrative services for assigned alcohol and other drug services unit; develop, monitor and evaluate treatment and prevention program performance and contract deliverables; administer substance use treatment programs and prevention partnerships; research and interpret federal, state and local regulations and requirements for treatment and prevention services; liaison to contracted providers; ensure compliance with grant and program regulations and procedures; and complete related work as required.
There is currently one vacancy in the Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS) Division, in the Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Unit located in Belmont. The Program & Policy Analyst will travel/drive throughout the County to meet with providers, attend meetings, and occasionally to represent the County at the State level. The position is a hybrid of remote and on-site work.
This Substance Use Treatment Program & Policy Analyst works closely with AOD Health Services Manager II and AOD Contract, Performance & Monitoring Team, and other key staff from BHRS such as Quality Management, Contracts, Management Information System and BHRS Health IT.
The Program & Policy Analyst duties include reviewing, interpreting, disseminating, and monitoring State policy initiatives, policy updates, compliance requirements, and performance monitoring to comply with all applicable standards. This work will involve the development of monitoring and compliance tools in support of Process Improvement Project (PIP) and quality improvement efforts; developing policies and procedures of internal documentation manual on the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS), CalAIM, and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) regulatory and monitoring requirements in the areas of access and availability of services, network adequacy, utilization review and utilization management, coordination of care, quality assurance and performance improvement, beneficiary rights and protection, SUD NX Avatar Electronic Health Record (EHR). Provides on-going support with AOD provider’s directory, annual state and federal compliance audits and compliance monitoring activities and related reporting, Quality of Care External Quality Review, development of Substance Abuse Block Grant (SABG) and DMC site visit monitoring tool.
The Program & Policy Analyst assignment will also include monitoring DMC-ODS SUD treatment programs for Drug Medi-Cal certification and documentation requirements, as well as other statutory and regulatory requirements. Monitoring duties may include participating in the development of Request for Proposal (RFP) for substance used treatment services, develop, negotiate, monitor and amend contracts with community based SUD providers, analyze contractor access to care to assure timeliness and equitability, monitor treatment capacity, monitor, evaluate, and ensure AOD contractors compliance with performance goals and fiscal requirements including budget analysis, costs reports, quarterly budget monitoring and utilization reviews, annual site visits, and client chart audits. Investigate grievances, assure compliance with Cultural and Linguistic Access Standards (CLAS), utilize Corrective Action Plan (CAP) and monitor compliance of CAPs; and respond to state and federal audits with evidence of local compliance.
The ideal candidate is:
Additionally, candidates must be highly organized with the ability to manage various details and projects; possess ability to work in a team environment; demonstrate analytical capability and data analysis; and possess strong oral and written business communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
NOTE: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
San Mateo County Health is seeking an experienced individual for the position of Program & Policy Analyst - Behavioral Health Substance Use Treatment to, under general supervision, provide a variety of analytical and administrative services for assigned alcohol and other drug services unit; develop, monitor and evaluate treatment and prevention program performance and contract deliverables; administer substance use treatment programs and prevention partnerships; research and interpret federal, state and local regulations and requirements for treatment and prevention services; liaison to contracted providers; ensure compliance with grant and program regulations and procedures; and complete related work as required.
There is currently one vacancy in the Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS) Division, in the Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Unit located in Belmont. The Program & Policy Analyst will travel/drive throughout the County to meet with providers, attend meetings, and occasionally to represent the County at the State level. The position is a hybrid of remote and on-site work.
This Substance Use Treatment Program & Policy Analyst works closely with AOD Health Services Manager II and AOD Contract, Performance & Monitoring Team, and other key staff from BHRS such as Quality Management, Contracts, Management Information System and BHRS Health IT.
The Program & Policy Analyst duties include reviewing, interpreting, disseminating, and monitoring State policy initiatives, policy updates, compliance requirements, and performance monitoring to comply with all applicable standards. This work will involve the development of monitoring and compliance tools in support of Process Improvement Project (PIP) and quality improvement efforts; developing policies and procedures of internal documentation manual on the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS), CalAIM, and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) regulatory and monitoring requirements in the areas of access and availability of services, network adequacy, utilization review and utilization management, coordination of care, quality assurance and performance improvement, beneficiary rights and protection, SUD NX Avatar Electronic Health Record (EHR). Provides on-going support with AOD provider’s directory, annual state and federal compliance audits and compliance monitoring activities and related reporting, Quality of Care External Quality Review, development of Substance Abuse Block Grant (SABG) and DMC site visit monitoring tool.
The Program & Policy Analyst assignment will also include monitoring DMC-ODS SUD treatment programs for Drug Medi-Cal certification and documentation requirements, as well as other statutory and regulatory requirements. Monitoring duties may include participating in the development of Request for Proposal (RFP) for substance used treatment services, develop, negotiate, monitor and amend contracts with community based SUD providers, analyze contractor access to care to assure timeliness and equitability, monitor treatment capacity, monitor, evaluate, and ensure AOD contractors compliance with performance goals and fiscal requirements including budget analysis, costs reports, quarterly budget monitoring and utilization reviews, annual site visits, and client chart audits. Investigate grievances, assure compliance with Cultural and Linguistic Access Standards (CLAS), utilize Corrective Action Plan (CAP) and monitor compliance of CAPs; and respond to state and federal audits with evidence of local compliance.
The ideal candidate is:
- Highly experienced in programmatic coordination for alcohol and other drug services.
- Skilled in contract negotiation, writing and monitoring.
- Highly organized and experienced in programmatic and administrative monitoring.
- Experienced with interpreting changing federal, state and local regulatory requirements and their impact on county compliance, standards, and policies.
- Experienced in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Experienced in utilizing exceptional partnering skills, independent judgment, and informed decisions.
- Proficient in providing training and support to contracted partners and community partners, including the ability to articulate BHRS' Strategic Initiatives and interpret the implications for providers.
- Able to identify current trends and anticipate the future needs of providers and the community.
- Continuously participating in quality improvement efforts for programs and services.
- Experienced in making presentations and facilitating meetings with boards and other groups.
- Experienced in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB).
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered on the job.
Additionally, candidates must be highly organized with the ability to manage various details and projects; possess ability to work in a team environment; demonstrate analytical capability and data analysis; and possess strong oral and written business communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
NOTE: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Source : County of San Mateo