Description

Duties

Some of what you will do:

• Oversee the creation, implementation, and coordination of jail-related policies and procedures as they relate to the provision of medications to treat SUD in a correctional setting.
• Continuously analyze and assess eligibility for program funding and, as applicable, support facilities transitioning to funding MOUD/MAUD operations to Medicaid waiver dollars under the 1115 demonstration waiver.
• Collaborate with statewide and national stakeholders invested in improving and supporting SUD treatment in the criminal justice setting.
• Develop and implement statewide policy on complex SUD treatment issues and system improvement for incarcerated individuals.
• Standardize practice protocols for MOUD and MAUD in jails across Washington State.
• Provide consultative expertise on the provision of MOUD/MAUD in jails, including standards of care and payment mechanisms, to cross-system workgroups attended by HCA top-level managers, legislators, and state leaders in substance use treatment and criminal justice.
• Operationalize the expansion of program funding flexibility to include AUD treatment, including partnering with state and national technical assistance and training providers to help support the expansion of programs and interventions to include MAUD.
• Develop, administer, and monitor contracts for the MOUD/MAUD in jails program, which may include modifying standard of care language to stay in line with best practices, amending contract terms to ensure that funding for this program is not supplanting Medicaid-covered services under the 1115 demonstration waiver, ensuring compliance with required deliverables through on-site visits, correction plan monitoring, monthly invoice processing, and review and approval of all reports.
• Provide technical assistance, including program operations, reporting, and evaluation. Develop and disseminate information and deliver presentations to various audiences on topics related to the incorporation of MOUD/MAUD treatment in jail situations.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:
Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:
Option 1:
Master’s degree in social services, business administration, public administration, criminal justice, healthcare administration or closely related field and three (3) years of the required experience below
Option 2:
Bachelor's degree in a field identified above, and five (5) years of the required experience below
Option 3:
Nine (9) years of work experience in public health, behavioral health, and/or the criminal legal system with duties and responsibilities in the specialized field of drug and alcohol treatment
Option 4:
One year as a Medical Assistance Program Specialist 2
The required experience includes:

• Experience in public health, behavioral health, and/or the criminal legal system with duties and responsibilities in the specialized field of drug and alcohol treatment.
• Interpersonal skills working with a range of criminal legal and community agencies, including but not limited to jails, prisons, juvenile rehabilitation, tribes, medical and psychosocial treatment agencies, opioid treatment programs and other MOUD providers, and syringe service programs.
• Knowledge of the State of Washington’s behavioral health and criminal justice/legal system.
• Competency to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, including other government agencies, county commissioners, municipal leaders, community-based providers, criminal justice/legal system staff, and advocates.
• Competency to work collaboratively with state and local government officials and/or legislature or legislative staff.
• Familiarization with the evidence for MOUD and/or willingness to consult with people with lived expertise as well as research and clinical experts.

• Experience working with underserved and underrepresented populations.
• Knowledge of federal and state behavioral health statutes, rules, and regulations for MOUD.
• Familiarity with Medicaid, including regulations, billing, and waivers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Supplemental Information

About HCA:
Functioning as both the state's largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.
There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.
What we have to offer:

• Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA
• A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered HCA's Mission, Vision & Values
• A healthy work/life balance, including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options.
• A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
• A safe, pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants, and shopping nearby.
• Tuition reimbursement
• And free parking!

More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022