Staff Analyst, Harm Reduction at Public Health Foundation Enterprises, In in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

Salary: $6,806.73-$9,820.80 Monthly

SUMMARY

Heluna is seeking a Staff Analyst to work on harm reduction programs, in collaboration with health and justice partners, aimed at improving health and well-being of Los Angeles residents with lived experience of substance use, sex work, justice system engagement and those experiencing homelessness. 

Harm Reduction services play a critical role in the health and wellness of DHS patients and the people served by DHS programs. Harm Reduction services are evidence-based, population health interventions and are the best method of preventing overdose deaths and reducing the transmission of HIV/ AIDS and Hepatitis C. Harm Reduction services get overdose medication and safe drug consumption supplies into the hands of people who need them. In addition to saving lives, addressing health equity, and improving health and wellness, the services also build on the dignity and humanity of people who use drugs or are engaged in sex work and welcome them into a community of care.

The Harm Reduction Division coordinates the Department of Health Services’ existing harm reduction efforts and leads an expansion of services. The services help address the overdose mortality crisis and reduce physical and behavioral health disparities among DHS patients, particularly for people who use drugs, people engaged in sex work, people with justice system involvement and people experiencing homelessness.

Interested candidates, please submit your CV/resume (maximum two pages) and a cover letter to: This will be inserted by Heluna.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Heluna is seeking candidates who have experience in harm reduction, diverse stakeholder community partnerships, program management, a desire to work in teams to develop and implement harm reduction and overdose prevention programs.

• Provide technical assistance and ongoing support for service providers implementing Harm Reduction programs.


• Design and implement creative and evidence-based program services.


• Provide operational and project management support to the program(s).


• Manage projects, including timelines, staffing, work plans, and budgets.

• Develop and lead training, technical assistance, capacity building, and program-related support to service providers.


• Develop relationships and facilitate meetings with project team members, community partners, and other stakeholders.


• Compile metrics and data and ensure that the program is on track for client engagement and delivery of care coordination activities; and


• Compile research and write reports regarding harm reduction and other criminal justice initiatives.

 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience

• High School Diploma required and four years of experience in a staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems or organization, program, procedure OR- One year of highly responsible administrative or staff experience at the level of Assistant Staff Analyst.

 

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree preferred.

• Experience providing supervision/ oversight to clinicians, case managers or community health workers preferred.


• Social work or clinical experience in community-based programs preferred.


• Experience in curriculum development, training, and training program oversight.


• Experience facilitating diverse community collaborations.


• Strong interpersonal skills, desire to work in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment, and ability to collaborate with many levels of a diverse staff.


• Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with diverse stakeholders. This job will require coordination and collaboration with people with lived experience of substance use, service providers, law enforcement, prosecutors, healthcare providers, people with lived experience of the justice system and homelessness.


• Experience in programs serving people experiencing homelessness, people engaged in sex work, the reentry population, people with substance use, physical and mental health challenges, and people with disabilities highly desired.


• Experience with overdose prevention or other harm reduction programs desired.


• Experience working with criminal justice partners desired.


• Strong organizational skills, including an ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, pay attention to details, and meet deadlines.

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances 

A valid California driver's license, proof of vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

* Successfully clear the Live Scan process through--Los Angeles County.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Experience utilizing Microsoft Excel or closely related programs to create spreadsheets. 

• Ability to work independently or in teams. 

• Strong organizational skills, including an ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, desire to work in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment, and ability to collaborate with many levels of a diverse staff, pay attention to details, and meet deadlines.   

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 including Excel, Teams, Word and Forms 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand: Frequently

Walk: Frequently

Sit: Frequently

Handling: Occasionally

Reach Outward: Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally

Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally

Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs

Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs

See: Constantly

Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable

Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions

Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)

Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day)

Constantly = (5+ hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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