Policy Anayst

Description

About Cardea Health:  

Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations. Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. We provide medical support to populations that experience homelessness.  

At Cardea, we are dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for our open positions. We value your unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together. 

Primary Work Location: Multisite/Hybrid 

Job Summary:  

Cardea Health is seeking a Policy Analyst to support its advocacy efforts focused on Medi-Cal policy, particularly the Home and Community-Based Alternatives (HCBA) Waiver. This role will involve tracking, analyzing, and advocating for policy changes, grant writing related to Cardea Health’s programs, and providing support to the finance team. The Policy Analyst will be integral in advancing Cardea Health’s mission to serve marginalized populations by ensuring effective policy strategies, program funding, and fiscal oversight. 

The role reports to the Senior Policy & Finance Analyst and is full-time, 40 hours per week during regular business hours. Remote work is available, but candidates must be able to work onsite at various Bay Area locations as needed. 

Qualifications & Responsibilities

Responsibilities: 

• Policy Analysis & Advocacy: Track and analyze changes in Medi-Cal policy, specifically focusing on the HCBA Waiver, and assist in the development of advocacy strategies to influence relevant policy decisions 

• Stakeholder Engagement: Support advocacy efforts through communication with stakeholders, policymakers, and other organizations, contributing to coalition-building and policy discussions 

• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain detailed record of policy activities, track advocacy progress, prepare and organize relevant advocacy material 

• Grant Writing: Draft and support the submission of grant proposals and RFP’s that fund our programs, collaborating with internal stakeholders to align proposals with organizational goals 

• Coordinate with Finance Team: Develop an understanding of the different revenue streams that sustain our programs. Will work closely with the finance team to ensure compliance with funding requirements and assist in preparing financial reports and program budgets 

Minimum Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• 3-5 years of experience in policy analysis, advocacy, or related roles in a non-profit or government setting 

• BA/BS in public policy, social work, health policy, or a related field 

• Strong writing skills with experience in grant writing, policy briefs, and reports 

• Excellent research and analytical abilities 

• Ability to engage stakeholders and represent the organization in advocacy meetings 

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

• Comfort working with cross-functional teams, including finance and program teams 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team 

Physical Requirements:  

• Frequent sitting or stationary work 

• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, and ascending stairs 

Work Environment:  

• Hybrid 

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Competitive Rate of Pay (Hourly Pay range $28-$38) 

• Excellent Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life & 401K) 

Cardea Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Cardea Health is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, citizenship or veteran status. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the state of California and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this role. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change, or a new job description may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

Salary : $28 - $38