Ventura County Health Care Agency
Ventura, CA, USA
SALARY RANGE
$11,769.35- $16,478.71 $141,232.26- $197,744.53
Monthly Annually
This posting is for the Ventura County Health Care Agency; vacancy location is Oxnard, and may be required to travel throughout Ventura County.
POSITION INFORMATION
SALARY: $141.232.26- $197.744. 53 ANNUALLY
Under general direction of the Deputy Director or Director Behavioral Health, plans, coordinates, and directs County-wide management operations in Quality Care/Managed Care Operations. In this role, the Division Manager oversees quality improvement, quality assurance, and utilization management activities of the Division, including service authorization functions, provider credentialing, management of behavioral health managed care contracts, and assessment of organizational performance related to access, timeliness, quality, and outcomes. The Division Manager also oversees staff, which is responsible for managing the Behavioral Health electronic health record team and may provide leadership in planning, procuring, and implementing a new electronic health record system.
This position also assists in Department and Division efforts to develop and ensure that policies and procedures comply with applicable Federal and State regulations and standards. The Division Manager evaluates and ensures proper trainings and working structures to ensure compliance with practice guidelines, as well as State and Federal regulations and policies. In addition, this position closely coordinates with all VCBH Division Managers, Health Care Agency (HCA) Fiscal and Compliance teams, and contracted providers, as well as serves as a member of the VCBH senior management team. Incumbent plans, formulates policy, and makes administrative decisions in collaboration with the management team and County interagency representatives, and community groups. Incumbents may also represent the Behavioral Health Director and/or Assistant Director in County and State committees and meetings and perform special projects and studies as assigned.
WHAT WE OFFER
Educational Bilingual incentive: Incumbents may be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification [GL11. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
Pension Plan: Both you and the County contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. If you are eligible, you may establish reciprocity with other public retirement systems, such as CaiPERS.
Holidays: 11 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
Annual Leave: Accrues at a rate of 208 hours per year, increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service.
Annual Leave Redemption: The ability to "cash redeem up to 100 hours of
Annual Leave per year after using 80 hours of annual leave within the previous 12 months (Management Resolution ,§ 1205).
Health Plans: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents. A flexible
credit allowance of up to $21,450 annually.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Increase your spending power by reimbursement with pre-taxed dollars for IRS-approved dependent care and health care expenses.
Deferred Compensation: Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings
Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on
401(k) contributions.
Other Benefits: Professional Memberships, Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Benefit Reimbursement Program, and a Wellness Program.
AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency - Behavioral Health
PAYROLL TITLE: Behavioral Health Division Manager
Behavioral Health Division Manager is a Management position and is exempt from overtime. This classification is eligible for benefits at the MB3 level.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies in HCA Behavioral Health. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy in Quality Care.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE: 2/7/23
CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Analyzes population data and utilization trends, adjusting utilization management strategies based on these analyses;
Responsible for managing, directing, supervising, and evaluating division services and functions;
Provides direction in resolving unusual or complex interdepartmental problems as they relate to the delivery of quality patient care;
Assures quality management activities regarding patient care delivery systems, policy
and procedures, as well as performance and outcomes; Chairs or participates in divisional/departmental or agency-wide committees related to quality improvement, care standards, and/or safety/risk management;
Assures ongoing appropriate utilization of services through continuous measurement
and evaluation;
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders including collaboration with consumers and community-based organizations in quality management, data collection, and data governance;
Collaborates with the community, County agencies, and department staff, facilitates and manages the planning, implementation, and evaluation of administrative issues and/or behavioral health service programs, client care needs, policies, and practices;
Oversees quality and utilization monitoring activities and care coordination;
Oversees collaboration with inpatient rehabilitation & behavioral health quality
assurance/utilization management;
Directs a systematic process for monitoring, evaluating, and improving administrative operational processes and performance outcomes;
Evaluates the effectiveness of the quality and utilization management programs consistent with standards;
Develops, organizes, and prepares special studies and reports;
Oversees referral management, resource management and medical necessity review of services;
Develops and evaluates criteria for case management which defines criteria and monitors effectiveness for cost avoidance and utilization activities;
Fosters positive collaborative relationships with public and private hospitals, County departments, community groups and organizations, physicians, and other providers;
Assess responses to interventions and revise plans as needed;
Recommends policies to the Director Behavioral Health or designee;
Responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring an annual operational budget for appropriate staffing to ensure division service objectives are met;
Responsible for staff recruitment, development, performance, retention, and evaluation consistent with County policies and labor relations agreements;
Represents the Department at community, County, and State committee meetings and functions;
Provides input on labor relations issues as requested; and
Performs other related duties as required.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a health, business, or related field AND a minimum of four (4) years of highly-responsible and comprehensive experience leading, managing, developing, providing, and evaluating behavioral health services for persons with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders in a highly-complex Civil Service environment OR four (4) years of comparable experience in a large, community-based organization working collaboratively through formal interagency relationships with public sector behavioral health programs.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver license at the time of hire.
DESIRED
Strong background in data governance and eagerness to promote a data driven culture. Strong organizational and analytical skills, including demonstrated experience
in continuous quality improvement and embedding an equity lens and metrics into their work.
Licensed Psychiatric Technician, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist,
Registered Nurse, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Comprehensive understanding of behavioral health legislation and funding issues.
Demonstrated experience in consistently interpreting, communicating, and implementing applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in information and healthcare technology, including electronic medical records.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of: California State and County Mental Health or Alcohol and Drug
Treatment funding, service systems and practices; knowledge of evidence-based clinical practices; Mental Health financial management, budget analysis and preparation; program design, operations and evaluation; financial management in a mental health service organization, and knowledge in data governance and data driven culture. Strong organizational and analytical skills, including demonstrated experience in continuous quality improvement and embedding an equity lens and metrics into their work.
Comprehensive ability to: interpret and communicate policies, resources and services to the staff and public; conduct legislative/regulatory analysis; comprehend Mental Health/
Substance Use Services (SUS) legislation and address implementation issues; ability to apply advanced strategic planning and management concepts; principles of organizational leadership and change; program design, operations, and evaluation; and financial management in a behavioral health service organization; ability to recruit, hire, train,
supervise, develop, and evaluate staff consistent with established County Personnel Rules and Regulations and labor relations agreements; ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative working relationships with County interagency partners, behavioral health stakeholders, and underserved communities; ability to organize and direct divisional activities at multiple sites; ability to effectively exercise full range of supervisory responsibilities consistent with established County Personnel Rules and Regulations and Labor Relations agreements; communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply online, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.orgaobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA
93009.
Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire.
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil servicer public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination. then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE- qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.
TRAINING & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
A Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) is a structured evaluation of the job application
materials submitted by a candidate, including the written responses to the supplemental questionnaire. The T&E is NOT a determination of whether the candidate meets the stated requirements; rather, the T&E is one method for determining who are the better qualified among those who have shown that they meet the stated requirements. In a T&E, applications are either scored or rank ordered according to criteria that most closely meet the business needs of the department. Candidates are typically scored/ranked in relation to one another; consequently, when the pool of candidates is exceptionally strong, many qualified candidates may receive a score or rank which is moderate or even low resulting in them not being advanced in the process.
ORAL EXAMINATION -100%: A job-related oral examination will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating examinees' knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job. Examinees must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.
NOTE: The selection process will likely consist of an Oral Exam, which may be preceded or replaced with the score from a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), contingent upon the size and quality of the candidate pool. In a typical T&E, your training and experience are
evaluated in relation to the background, experience and factors identified for successful job
performance during a job analysis. For this reason, it is recommended that your application materials clearly show your relevant background and specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is also highly recommended that the supplemental
questions within the application are completed with care and diligence. Responses such as "See Resume" or "Refer to Resume" are not acceptable and may disqualify an applicant from further evaluation.
If there are three (3) or fewer qualified applicants, a T&E or an Oral Examination will not be conducted. Instead, a score of seventy percent (70%) will be assigned to each application, and each applicant will be placed on the eligible list.
Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information and driving record may be required for this position.
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Nathan Wood by e-mail at nathan.wood@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5232.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
SALARY RANGE
$11,769.35- $16,478.71 $141,232.26- $197,744.53
Monthly Annually
This posting is for the Ventura County Health Care Agency; vacancy location is Oxnard, and may be required to travel throughout Ventura County.
POSITION INFORMATION
SALARY: $141.232.26- $197.744. 53 ANNUALLY
Under general direction of the Deputy Director or Director Behavioral Health, plans, coordinates, and directs County-wide management operations in Quality Care/Managed Care Operations. In this role, the Division Manager oversees quality improvement, quality assurance, and utilization management activities of the Division, including service authorization functions, provider credentialing, management of behavioral health managed care contracts, and assessment of organizational performance related to access, timeliness, quality, and outcomes. The Division Manager also oversees staff, which is responsible for managing the Behavioral Health electronic health record team and may provide leadership in planning, procuring, and implementing a new electronic health record system.
This position also assists in Department and Division efforts to develop and ensure that policies and procedures comply with applicable Federal and State regulations and standards. The Division Manager evaluates and ensures proper trainings and working structures to ensure compliance with practice guidelines, as well as State and Federal regulations and policies. In addition, this position closely coordinates with all VCBH Division Managers, Health Care Agency (HCA) Fiscal and Compliance teams, and contracted providers, as well as serves as a member of the VCBH senior management team. Incumbent plans, formulates policy, and makes administrative decisions in collaboration with the management team and County interagency representatives, and community groups. Incumbents may also represent the Behavioral Health Director and/or Assistant Director in County and State committees and meetings and perform special projects and studies as assigned.
WHAT WE OFFER
Educational Bilingual incentive: Incumbents may be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification [GL11. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
Pension Plan: Both you and the County contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. If you are eligible, you may establish reciprocity with other public retirement systems, such as CaiPERS.
Holidays: 11 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
Annual Leave: Accrues at a rate of 208 hours per year, increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service.
Annual Leave Redemption: The ability to "cash redeem up to 100 hours of
Annual Leave per year after using 80 hours of annual leave within the previous 12 months (Management Resolution ,§ 1205).
Health Plans: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents. A flexible
credit allowance of up to $21,450 annually.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Increase your spending power by reimbursement with pre-taxed dollars for IRS-approved dependent care and health care expenses.
Deferred Compensation: Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings
Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on
401(k) contributions.
Other Benefits: Professional Memberships, Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Benefit Reimbursement Program, and a Wellness Program.
AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency - Behavioral Health
PAYROLL TITLE: Behavioral Health Division Manager
Behavioral Health Division Manager is a Management position and is exempt from overtime. This classification is eligible for benefits at the MB3 level.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies in HCA Behavioral Health. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy in Quality Care.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE: 2/7/23
CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Analyzes population data and utilization trends, adjusting utilization management strategies based on these analyses;
Responsible for managing, directing, supervising, and evaluating division services and functions;
Provides direction in resolving unusual or complex interdepartmental problems as they relate to the delivery of quality patient care;
Assures quality management activities regarding patient care delivery systems, policy
and procedures, as well as performance and outcomes; Chairs or participates in divisional/departmental or agency-wide committees related to quality improvement, care standards, and/or safety/risk management;
Assures ongoing appropriate utilization of services through continuous measurement
and evaluation;
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders including collaboration with consumers and community-based organizations in quality management, data collection, and data governance;
Collaborates with the community, County agencies, and department staff, facilitates and manages the planning, implementation, and evaluation of administrative issues and/or behavioral health service programs, client care needs, policies, and practices;
Oversees quality and utilization monitoring activities and care coordination;
Oversees collaboration with inpatient rehabilitation & behavioral health quality
assurance/utilization management;
Directs a systematic process for monitoring, evaluating, and improving administrative operational processes and performance outcomes;
Evaluates the effectiveness of the quality and utilization management programs consistent with standards;
Develops, organizes, and prepares special studies and reports;
Oversees referral management, resource management and medical necessity review of services;
Develops and evaluates criteria for case management which defines criteria and monitors effectiveness for cost avoidance and utilization activities;
Fosters positive collaborative relationships with public and private hospitals, County departments, community groups and organizations, physicians, and other providers;
Assess responses to interventions and revise plans as needed;
Recommends policies to the Director Behavioral Health or designee;
Responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring an annual operational budget for appropriate staffing to ensure division service objectives are met;
Responsible for staff recruitment, development, performance, retention, and evaluation consistent with County policies and labor relations agreements;
Represents the Department at community, County, and State committee meetings and functions;
Provides input on labor relations issues as requested; and
Performs other related duties as required.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a health, business, or related field AND a minimum of four (4) years of highly-responsible and comprehensive experience leading, managing, developing, providing, and evaluating behavioral health services for persons with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders in a highly-complex Civil Service environment OR four (4) years of comparable experience in a large, community-based organization working collaboratively through formal interagency relationships with public sector behavioral health programs.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver license at the time of hire.
DESIRED
Strong background in data governance and eagerness to promote a data driven culture. Strong organizational and analytical skills, including demonstrated experience
in continuous quality improvement and embedding an equity lens and metrics into their work.
Licensed Psychiatric Technician, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist,
Registered Nurse, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Comprehensive understanding of behavioral health legislation and funding issues.
Demonstrated experience in consistently interpreting, communicating, and implementing applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in information and healthcare technology, including electronic medical records.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of: California State and County Mental Health or Alcohol and Drug
Treatment funding, service systems and practices; knowledge of evidence-based clinical practices; Mental Health financial management, budget analysis and preparation; program design, operations and evaluation; financial management in a mental health service organization, and knowledge in data governance and data driven culture. Strong organizational and analytical skills, including demonstrated experience in continuous quality improvement and embedding an equity lens and metrics into their work.
Comprehensive ability to: interpret and communicate policies, resources and services to the staff and public; conduct legislative/regulatory analysis; comprehend Mental Health/
Substance Use Services (SUS) legislation and address implementation issues; ability to apply advanced strategic planning and management concepts; principles of organizational leadership and change; program design, operations, and evaluation; and financial management in a behavioral health service organization; ability to recruit, hire, train,
supervise, develop, and evaluate staff consistent with established County Personnel Rules and Regulations and labor relations agreements; ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative working relationships with County interagency partners, behavioral health stakeholders, and underserved communities; ability to organize and direct divisional activities at multiple sites; ability to effectively exercise full range of supervisory responsibilities consistent with established County Personnel Rules and Regulations and Labor Relations agreements; communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply online, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.orgaobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA
93009.
Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire.
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil servicer public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination. then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE- qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.
TRAINING & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
A Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) is a structured evaluation of the job application
materials submitted by a candidate, including the written responses to the supplemental questionnaire. The T&E is NOT a determination of whether the candidate meets the stated requirements; rather, the T&E is one method for determining who are the better qualified among those who have shown that they meet the stated requirements. In a T&E, applications are either scored or rank ordered according to criteria that most closely meet the business needs of the department. Candidates are typically scored/ranked in relation to one another; consequently, when the pool of candidates is exceptionally strong, many qualified candidates may receive a score or rank which is moderate or even low resulting in them not being advanced in the process.
ORAL EXAMINATION -100%: A job-related oral examination will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating examinees' knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job. Examinees must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.
NOTE: The selection process will likely consist of an Oral Exam, which may be preceded or replaced with the score from a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), contingent upon the size and quality of the candidate pool. In a typical T&E, your training and experience are
evaluated in relation to the background, experience and factors identified for successful job
performance during a job analysis. For this reason, it is recommended that your application materials clearly show your relevant background and specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is also highly recommended that the supplemental
questions within the application are completed with care and diligence. Responses such as "See Resume" or "Refer to Resume" are not acceptable and may disqualify an applicant from further evaluation.
If there are three (3) or fewer qualified applicants, a T&E or an Oral Examination will not be conducted. Instead, a score of seventy percent (70%) will be assigned to each application, and each applicant will be placed on the eligible list.
Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information and driving record may be required for this position.
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Nathan Wood by e-mail at nathan.wood@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5232.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER: PH4731G FIRST DATE OF DATE: Monday, April 29, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:59 p.m. Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No out-of-class experience will be accepted. DEFINITION: Supervises a team of analysts and other technical and support personnel providing technical and consultative services to the management of a program; or oversees a small Countywide health program. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: This is the senior-/supervisory-level class in the Health Program Analyst Series. Positions allocable to this class are located in the department of Mental Health and Public Health and typically report to and receive general direction from a program administrator/manager or higher. Positions are distinguished either by responsibility for supervising a team of analysts and other technical and support personnel in the development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of a large program, or by non-supervisory responsibility for these activities for a small program. Factors affecting allocation of positions in the Health Program Analyst Series include but are not limited to scope and complexity of program/clinic, program budget, number and size of contracts, and size and composition of clinical, professional, and support staff. Positions allocated to the Department of Mental Health typically report to and receive supervision from a clinical program manager who oversees multiple Countywide programs, or from a Deputy Director, Mental Health. Positions allocated to the Department of Public Health may also supervise and participate in work with community and city partners to shape and develop policy toward passage and implementation. Positions in the Health Program Analyst Series are distinguished from positions allocated to perform contract development and administration activities as part of a centralized departmental contracting function. Health Program Analyst III is distinguished from Health Program Analyst II in that the latter may lead staff engaged in analyzing program components, whereas the Health Program Analyst III supervises the full scope of program-analysis activities for which the position is responsible These positions require expert knowledge of principles of program administration, organization, and planning; methodologies, concepts, and practices of human services program development, support, and evaluation; and the ability to collect, evaluate, and synthesize data, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations in connection with community health programs; interpret Federal, State, and County legislative regulations and mandates; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, community members, and other public and private agencies; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Essential Job Functions 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. 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. 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 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. 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 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. Conducts meetings with departmental, public, private, and non-profit groups and community organizations to discuss and influence policy issues impacting the assigned program. Supervises and participates in the development and implementation of community action plans and policy. Supervises the work of program staff and coordinates the activities of professional and technical staff implementing the objectives and goals of the 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. 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 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department**. -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, planning, implementing, administering, or evaluating mental health or public health programs . A Master's Degree* from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department** may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience in the analysis of mental health or public health programs if the degree was not used to meet the education requirement . 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, planning, implementing, administering, or evaluating mental health or public health programs . 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: 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (A ICE ) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. ** Disciplines related to the core business functions of the department may include: Public Health , Epidemiology, Environmental Health , Health Sciences , Community Health Education , Public Administration , Business Administration , Administration/Management , Behavioral Science , Social Science , or a closely related field. ***Experience in the analysis of a mental health or public health program is defined as the study and investigation of issues and problems of mental health or public health program development, implementation, administration, or evaluation and the formation of applicable solutions and recommendations. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on 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 Monday, April 29, 2024 1:59 p.m. Pacific Time (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. 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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. 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 Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities 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. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact E-mail: H RExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4731G California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER: PH4731G FIRST DATE OF DATE: Monday, April 29, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:59 p.m. Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No out-of-class experience will be accepted. DEFINITION: Supervises a team of analysts and other technical and support personnel providing technical and consultative services to the management of a program; or oversees a small Countywide health program. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: This is the senior-/supervisory-level class in the Health Program Analyst Series. Positions allocable to this class are located in the department of Mental Health and Public Health and typically report to and receive general direction from a program administrator/manager or higher. Positions are distinguished either by responsibility for supervising a team of analysts and other technical and support personnel in the development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of a large program, or by non-supervisory responsibility for these activities for a small program. Factors affecting allocation of positions in the Health Program Analyst Series include but are not limited to scope and complexity of program/clinic, program budget, number and size of contracts, and size and composition of clinical, professional, and support staff. Positions allocated to the Department of Mental Health typically report to and receive supervision from a clinical program manager who oversees multiple Countywide programs, or from a Deputy Director, Mental Health. Positions allocated to the Department of Public Health may also supervise and participate in work with community and city partners to shape and develop policy toward passage and implementation. Positions in the Health Program Analyst Series are distinguished from positions allocated to perform contract development and administration activities as part of a centralized departmental contracting function. Health Program Analyst III is distinguished from Health Program Analyst II in that the latter may lead staff engaged in analyzing program components, whereas the Health Program Analyst III supervises the full scope of program-analysis activities for which the position is responsible These positions require expert knowledge of principles of program administration, organization, and planning; methodologies, concepts, and practices of human services program development, support, and evaluation; and the ability to collect, evaluate, and synthesize data, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations in connection with community health programs; interpret Federal, State, and County legislative regulations and mandates; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, community members, and other public and private agencies; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Essential Job Functions 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. 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. 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 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. 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 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. Conducts meetings with departmental, public, private, and non-profit groups and community organizations to discuss and influence policy issues impacting the assigned program. Supervises and participates in the development and implementation of community action plans and policy. Supervises the work of program staff and coordinates the activities of professional and technical staff implementing the objectives and goals of the 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. 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 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department**. -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, planning, implementing, administering, or evaluating mental health or public health programs . A Master's Degree* from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department** may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience in the analysis of mental health or public health programs if the degree was not used to meet the education requirement . 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, planning, implementing, administering, or evaluating mental health or public health programs . 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: 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (A ICE ) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. ** Disciplines related to the core business functions of the department may include: Public Health , Epidemiology, Environmental Health , Health Sciences , Community Health Education , Public Administration , Business Administration , Administration/Management , Behavioral Science , Social Science , or a closely related field. ***Experience in the analysis of a mental health or public health program is defined as the study and investigation of issues and problems of mental health or public health program development, implementation, administration, or evaluation and the formation of applicable solutions and recommendations. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on 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 Monday, April 29, 2024 1:59 p.m. Pacific Time (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. 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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. 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 Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities 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. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact E-mail: H RExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4731G California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous