Overview
Job Description and Duties
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), Chief of the Care Housing Unit. This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as the program expert for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP)-funded Housing Plus Project (HPP) and Minority AIDS Initiative (MAI) and policy specialist for the Medi-Cal Waiver Program (MCWP). The HPS I is responsible for program and policy development, compliance oversight, and training and technical assistance for programs, including MCWP, HPP, and MAI. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of other housing initiatives and must coordinate with other housing programs, including the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program. This position requires an understanding of the social determinants of health, including housing, and the impact on health disparities, especially among people of color living with HIV. This position requires an understanding of the importance of cultural humility in reaching historically underserved and marginalized populations. This position requires strong writing and analytical skills, and knowledge with Microsoft Excel.
Requires travel up to 20%
Before appointment to this position, you must first obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the Health Program Specialist I exam:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1192
The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
The attached duty statement indicates whether this position is eligible for telework. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200, and may be required to report to a CDPH office, when needed. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
About California Department of Public Health
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.
