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About the Role

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Program Specialist VII (PSVII) for the Forensic and Jail Diversion Services (FJDS) Unit. This role performs advanced consultative and technical assistance work related to statewide diversion and justice-related activities and programs for individuals with serious mental illness. The position addresses access to care and continuity of care issues by collaborating with various entities to ensure needs are met in the least restrictive environment. This role serves as a Team Lead, guiding other program staff and focusing on the design and implementation of evidence-based practices, policy revision, and legislative development.

Responsibilities

Plans, prioritizes, and performs technical, training, research, planning, policy, program assessment, and administrative assistance activities related to access to care for individuals with justice involvement.
Serves as a subject matter expert on forensic and jail diversion services.
Implements evidence-based practices, revises statewide guidelines and performance contract language, and creates policy interpretation briefing documents.
Analyzes program-specific legislation and participates in the development of rules, policies, and regulations related to crisis, forensic, and jail diversion services.
Oversees specific programs/pilots and provides input on policy issues arising from quality management activities.
Assists with the procurement, development, oversight, and coordination of external contracts, including federal grants.
Provides training and technical assistance to internal staff and external stakeholders.
Facilitates statewide conference calls and assists with quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Supports ongoing research and analysis activities related to jail diversion and justice-related enhanced behavioral health services.
Ensures programs adhere to applicable state and federal grant and contracting requirements.
Develops and oversees complex implementation plans.
Facilitates cross-functional meetings and workgroups.
Represents Behavioral Health Services or HHSC at public meetings.
Develops financial spreadsheets.
Takes a leadership role in internal and external workgroups.
Briefs leadership and prepares briefing documents, tables, meeting agendas, slide presentations, or talking points.
Documents and escalates issues in a timely manner to Supervisors.
Completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public health, psychology/sociology, social work, public affairs, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Must reside in Texas or be willing to relocate to Texas before the hire date.
Must bring I-9 documentation on the first day of work.

Skills

Forensic services, jail diversion services, behavioral health crisis services, adult mental health programs, and substance use issues and services knowledge.
Knowledge of recovery, resiliency, engagement, and service delivery, including Texas Resilience and Recovery.
Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system, substance use treatment, prevention, and Medicaid programs/services in Texas.
Effective verbal communication and public speaking.
Exceptional writing skills.
Data analysis and reporting.
Qualitative interpretation of complex policy issues.
Effective facilitation of contractors struggling with implementation of behavioral health service.
Ability to quickly comprehend complex issues and prioritize activities to meet strict deadlines.
Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement solutions to complex policy and implementation issues.
Ability to develop complex, detailed implementation plans.
Ability to lead team projects and delegate tasks.
Ability to develop products to support the implementation of evidence-based practices.
Ability to develop materials for training and TA events.
Ability to lead cross-functional work groups.
Ability to support contracts related to behavioral health services, crisis, forensic, and jail diversion programs.
Ability to develop statewide rules for program policy.
Ability to guide and maintain strong relationships with diverse professionals and stakeholders.

Location

AUSTIN, TX

Work Type

Full time
Eligible for Telework

Experience Level

Advanced (senior-level)
Experience within the forensic and jail diversion system is preferred.
Experience using complex data sets is preferred.
Experience managing large systems change initiatives is preferred.
Experience in direct provision or management/administration of public mental health services is preferred.
Experience with behavioral health rules and the development of contract language is preferred.

Education Level

Bachelor's degree required.
Master's degree is preferred.

Salary/Compensations

$5,797.66 - $9,508.25 Monthly

Benefits

100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
Defined benefit pension plan
Generous time off benefits
Numerous opportunities for career advancement

About the Company

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans.
At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.

Equal Opportunity

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position.