Overview
The Office of AIDS (OA) is a division within the California Department of Public Health, Center for Infectious Diseases. The HIV Care Branch, within OA has responsibility for programs related to the delivery of care, treatment, and support services for people living with HIV/AIDS. Programs are designed to provide an effective and comprehensive continuum of care to underserved individuals.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as the HIV Policy Specialist for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP) and the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program. The Health Program Specialist (HPS) I will support the HIV Care Branch in developing program policy letters and standards, creating monitoring tools and templates, researching newly enacted legislation, developing trainings, and working with stakeholders.
This position requires outstanding written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Advanced knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel, are required.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=467785
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