C-484275 – Health Program Specialist I
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I
Under the general direction of the Research Scientist Supervisor I, the Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) will serve as the Behavioral Health Student Services Act (BHSSA) Program grant monitor. As contract grant monitor, the HPS I will: (1) monitor reports from county BHSSA programs for performance standards and consistency with contract requirements; (2) provide technical assistance to BHSSA program grantees; (3) develop and maintain BHSSA Program policies and procedures; (4) prepare Request for Applications and Release for Bids to ensure contract continuity; (5) develop fiscal and implementation tracking, and organizational tools; and (6) Meet with county BHSSA Coordinators to ensure adherence to program policies and procedures and to provide technical assistance regarding program implementation, progress toward goals, and sustainability.
Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=484275
JC-482378 – Attorney III (Limited Term)
ATTORNEY III
The Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission is forming a multidisciplinary team of professionals from diverse fields to collaborate and address complex issues by integrating their unique expertise and perspectives. This team will include program managers, health program specialists, an attorney, and other professionals. Together, they will work to ensure effective program management, compliance with policies, and the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services. The team will leverage its collective skills to tackle challenges, implement innovative solutions, and achieve the Commission’s mission of improving behavioral health outcomes statewide.
The Attorney will serve as a key member of the multidisciplinary team, providing legal expertise and guidance to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and support the effective management of grants and contracts.
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
Position may become permanent.
Limited in-state travel required (10%) including occasional overnight stays. Clearance by a DOJ background check may be required.
Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=482378
JC-482401 – Health Program Specialist II (Limited Term)
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
The Health Program Specialist II plays a pivotal role in enhancing outcomes for the Commission’s grants and contracts, ultimately contributing to the well-being of Californians. This includes conducting specialized studies, providing oversight and support to grantees and contractors, developing training programs, ensuring policy compliance, and designing interventions to address deliverable challenges. Additionally, the role involves collaborating with stakeholders to identify improvement areas and implement strategies that promote innovation and inclusion in behavioral health services across the state.
Under the general direction of the Deputy Director, Administrative Services and Performance Management, and Staff Services Manager II, the Health Program Specialist II will perform the following duties:
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
Job may become permanent.
Limited in-state travel required (10%) including occasional overnight stays. Clearance by a DOJ background check may be required.
Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=482401
JC-476864 – Deputy Director of Program Operations, Research and Evaluation
C. E. A.
Under the general direction of the Commission’s Executive Director, the Deputy Director of Program Operations, Research, and Evaluation provides executive-level leadership for a team of multi-disciplinary professionals who collectively work to implement the mission of the Commission for Behavioral Health (CBH) in accordance with Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) requirements. This involves overseeing and fostering collaboration across teams that are responsible for operating contract and grant programs that address the needs of individuals living with mental health and/or substance use (i.e., behavioral health) conditions and researching/evaluating the effectiveness of these grant programs, as well as various components related to behavioral health, as mandated in statute or directed by CBH Commissioners. The Deputy Director is also responsible for leading these teams to compile available information from CBH research/evaluation findings and recommendations, and from other reputable sources. This information is used to inform the Commission’s activities, decisions, and policy development. This work requires the Deputy Director to make intentional efforts to engage participation from diverse communities that represent individuals who have lived experience with mental health and/or substance use disorders, their family members, caregivers, and others, incorporating their input/perspectives on all aspects of the Commission’s work related to grants and research/evaluation. The Deputy Director’s responsibilities directly and indirectly impact the State of California’s community mental health and substance use disorder policies and programs and the millions of Californians who depend on the system for their health and wellbeing. The Deputy Director advises the Executive Director, Commission, and the Administration on highly sensitive, politically salient, and complex issues related to BHSA policies and programs.
Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=476864
New to public service?
Contact the Commission’s Human Resources team at hr_recruiting@bhsoac.ca.gov for assistance in navigating the application process.