Outreach and Engagement Specialist

Initial Posting Date:
05/14/2021

Application Deadline:
05/27/2021

Agency:
Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:
$3,211 – $4,871

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:
Outreach and Engagement Specialist

Job Description:
Attention current State of Oregon employees : To apply for posted positions, please close this window and log into your Workday account and apply through the Career worklet.

Applications for this job posting will first be reviewed on 05/27/2021, however, we will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Please note, this does not guarantee the review of any applications submitted on or after 05/28/2021.

In November 2020, Oregon voters passed by referendum Measure 110, or the Drug Addiction Treatment and Recovery Act . The measure’s goal is to establish a more health-based, equitable and effective approach to drug addiction in Oregon by shifting the response to drug possession from criminalization to treatment and recovery.

This position will provide support for managers and programs associated with Measure 110 in ensuring that all aspects of Measure 110 are implemented by the Oregon Health Authority and will take a transformative approach across the agency and with partners to ensure that all Measure 110 work is health-based, equitable and effective approach to drug addiction. This includes the following aspects of the act:

A Treatment and Recovery Services fund, financed with marijuana revenues, which will support new Addiction Recovery Centers and Community Access to Care grants.

Fifteen 24/7/365 Addiction Recovery Centers throughout the state.

A grants program that will support the Addiction Recovery Centers.

An Oversight and Accountability Council oversees the distribution of the grants. OHA will provide technical, logistical and all other necessary supports to the council.

A 24/7 Telephone Addiction Recovery Center.

Are ready and excited to assist in daily operations of the Behavioral Health Unit by providing administrative support to the unit and managers? Duties include assisting with successful implementation of several key initiatives and various projects assigned to the unit and Oregon Health Authority wants you to apply for this position today!

What’s in it for you?

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you’re driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.

This is a full-time, Limited Duration (up to 17 months), SEIU represented position.

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths and values of the people of Oregon. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information or any other protected class under state or federal law.

How to apply:
Complete the online application

Attach a Resume

Attach a Cover Letter outlining how your experiences and/or education qualify you for the attributes listed below.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Required Attributes:
Two years of experience as an administrative specialist or executive support specialist which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as: interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations; OR

An equivalent combination of training and experience.

One year of postsecondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the experience.

Requested Attributes:
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.

Extensive personal computer skills, including skill using Microsoft (MS) Word, MS Teams, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Internet Explorer and an e-mail program.

The ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Excellent customer service and communication skills, cultural humility, and ability to elevate and support local communities to help them connect to OHA.

Skill in performing a variety of functions at a program support level requiring decision making within established rules, policies, or procedures.

The ability to demonstrate initiative and independent judgment on an on-going basis.

Ability to coordinate work activities with competing deadlines, project management support preferred.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of agency records and the ability to learn agency programs, operations, policies and procedures.

Ability to work respectfully and effectively with advisory group and community members, experience in community advocacy, and organization, particularly with communities.

Bilingual language skills in one of the top five languages spoken by Oregon Health Plan members (Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Arabic) strongly preferred.

Preferences may be given to applicants with demonstrated experience advancing health equity, cultivating relationships with, and advancing the interest of non-dominant cultures such as linguistically diverse, immigrant or refugee populations, LGBTQ communities, and, gender- and ability- diverse community members.

Bilingual preferred.

Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, please call Stephanie Mitchell.

Voice: [503-979-7679] (TTY 711)

Email: [email protected]

Additional Information

Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.

If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process.

We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers at this time – unless specifically noted. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test.

Please only attach documents that are related to the position. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed.

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The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. (critical elements of process).

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity.