Behavioral Health Prevention Coordinator

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

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THIS WORK MATTERS!

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment.  At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.

The Coordinator will focus on identifying and elevating primary prevention strategies, evaluating existing policies and processes for improvement or development, manage procurement and other financial functions, expanding substance use prevention activities targeted at youth and their families, and implementing harm reduction strategies through naloxone distribution and training. The program will prioritize engaging and supporting Black, Indigenous, POC and LGBTQ2SIA+, and other priority communities to prevent drug use and misuse, and the development of substance use disorders.

As the Behavioral Health Prevention Coordinator, duties will include:

Partnership Development

• Expand partnerships with County leadership and multi-sectoral partners, including community based organizations (CBOs) and faith-based organizations, schools, community members, and individuals with lived experience.
• Develop structure and strategy for each agency function or level, to tailor processes and focus to meet agency or community needs.
• Evaluate existing policies and processes for improvement or development, determine workflow and partnership deliverables and outcomes for successful completion.
• Plan programming for target populations using a variety of educational approaches to include small and large group presentations, and development and implementation of earned and paid media campaigns.
• Coordinate culturally specific forums and communications to ensure inclusivity and effectiveness of prevention efforts.

Capacity Building

• Implement harm reduction strategies, particularly through naloxone distribution and training, keeping content and delivery methods and goals tailored towards age or function of group.
• Connect strategy to education, prevention and behavioral modification to goals of program, funding requirements and culturally appropriate approaches.
• Build, lead, and/or facilitate community coalitions, partnerships, and collaborations to support and advance work that may include youth coalitions and youth-adult partnerships.
• Develop referral and distribution pathways to ensure regular and on-demand distribution of naloxone kits to local CBO’s.
• Assess community needs and develop targeted health promotion materials, media and communication strategies, and educational approaches to address public and behavioral health issues with diverse groups and community partners.

Naloxone Distribution and Training

• Partner with county procurement contacts to coordinate the procurement, distribution and containment of naloxone and drug disposal products, ensuring its availability in key County locations such as libraries and other public service sites as approved by Health and county leadership.
• Develop and implement naloxone training and technical assistance sessions in collaboration with existing coalitions, including culturally specific coalitions within Multnomah County.

Procurement, Contract Management and Evaluation Support

• Work alongside staff across the health department for contract development and procurement services, including scope of work review and contract negotiations.
• Procure services that are aligned with community needs, and demonstrate good stewardship of public funds. Examples might be partnering with CBOs to do primary prevention services such as outreach, education, etc.
• Monitor subcontracts with providers to ensure all programmatic and budget activities are timely, accurate and reporting requirements are met.

TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of  the selection process page.

Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the behavioral or public health field(s) with major coursework in social science, or a related field demonstrating the capacity for the required knowledge and skills to meet qualifications. A Certified Prevention Specialist certification is required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) and the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO), within 2 years of hire - more information can be found at MHACBO website. 

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• KSA: Overdose prevention strategies, naloxone distribution and training, harm reduction and substance use prevention, youth development, adult learning principles and community health promotion and outreach.
• KSA: Black, Indigenous, and/or LGBTQ2SIA+ cultural/community
• Certified Prevention Specialist within 2 years of hire
• This position requires a background investigation, which may include being fingerprinted. 
• A driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. 

• Certification/Licensure -Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) from MHACBO. 
• Leads with race through actions and advocacy with Community partners and across departments throughout the county.
• Knowledge of cultures, customs and social experiences of communities experiencing marginalization and barriers to services and opportunities.
• Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values.
• Experience in Community outreach
• Knowledge and experience in evidence based primary prevention strategies. 
• Knowledge and experience in evidence based harm reduction strategies and interventions. 
• Possess communications skills that ensure inclusivity and effectiveness of prevention efforts.
• Knowledge and experience in government procurement and contract negotiation processes. 
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships to achieve positive work outcomes.

SCREENING & EVALUATION:

REQUIRED: 

The Application Packet: You must submit ALL requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND
2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following: 

• Demonstrate your experience working with diverse teams, diverse and vulnerable populations, substance use, behavioral health challenges and community resources.
• How you meet the qualifications for this position; and experience supporting Black, Indigenous, POC and LGBTQ2SIA+, and other priority communities to prevent drug use and misuse, and the development of substance use disorders.
• Your relevant work or educational experience working in substance use prevention, focusing on illicit substances. 

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process. 

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Background, reference, and education checks

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This represented position is eligible for overtime

Teleworking/Hybrid: At this time, this position is designated to “routine telework/hybrid,” meaning you will be working remotely (from home) most of the time and you will be required to attend meetings in the community. As with all telework positions, employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine Telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is Five Oak. 209 SW 4th Ave, Portland, OR 97204.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our  benefits website. 

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our  Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our Core Competencies for all County employees.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the  Disaster Service Worker Information page.  

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

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Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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