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The Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) is seeking a dynamic applicant to fill the role of BSAS Healthcare Integration Manager. The Department of Public Health’s mission is to promote and protect health and wellness and prevent injury and illness for all people, prioritizing racial equity in health by improving equitable access to quality public health and healthcare services and partnering with communities most impacted by health inequities and structural racism. Under the direction of the Director of Strategy and Innovation as well as the Director of Federal Grants, the Healthcare Integration Manager is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, management, and monitoring of substance use and healthcare integration initiatives for the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS). The Healthcare Integration Manager ensures healthcare integration-related goals and deliverables are met while overseeing staff responsible for monitoring the day-to-day progress of funded activities related to the integration of substance use disorder (SUD) care into healthcare settings and vice versa. This position plays an important role in the promotion of integrated care approaches and connections between healthcare and substance use services systems in the state with a focus on health equity, dignity, self-determination, and non-discriminatory practices. The Healthcare Integration Manager must keep abreast of the latest research findings, and trends in substance use data and practice. The position is responsible for working under the supervision of the Director of Strategy and Innovation, the Director of Federal Grants and in collaboration with the other directors in the Office of Strategy and Innovation, as well as the other BSAS Senior Leadership to seek federal funding opportunities that further the goals of the Bureau. The Healthcare Integration Manager represents the Bureau in meetings within DPH, in inter-agency collaborations, and at regional and national conferences. Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all-inclusive): * Oversee integration of person-centered SUD care into various healthcare settings including hospitals and community health centers in collaboration with BSAS Medical Director and other leadership. This includes supervising staff responsible for the day-to-day implementation of Bureau initiatives such as hospital-based addiction consult teams and bridge clinics; screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) initiatives; and office-based addiction treatment service delivery, training, and technical assistance. * Work closely with BSAS leadership, other DPH Bureau leadership, and relevant partners to support the integration of medical/healthcare and infectious disease services and cross-system referral and coordination within BSAS licensed and funded treatment programs. * Work with medical, pharmacy, community health center, and hospital organizational partners as well as MassHealth and other payors and subject matter experts to identify opportunities to advance and strengthen person-centered and equitable addiction care across clinical settings, and clinical care in addiction treatment settings. Represent BSAS at local, state, and national meetings as needed. * Collaborate with the BSAS Office of Statistics and Evaluation and other DPH data partners, such as the Emergency Department Syndromic Surveillance data managers to monitor and respond to trends in the state, ensure program data collection and submission, collaborate on program data analysis and program outcome measurement with a focus on health equity. * Assist with RFR/RFQ writing and review process. * Respond to external requests for information, including assisting with responding to requests for information from NASADAD. * Develop the compilation of reports on BSAS updates, activities, and accomplishments. * Support the development of new program models, as needed, including drafting policies, standards, guidelines, requests for response (RFR), requests for quotes (RFQ), and other related planning documents. * *Preferred Qualifications: * Knowledge and understanding of the full substance use services continuum of care in Massachusetts. * Clinical and programmatic knowledge of and expertise related to the integration of substance use services into healthcare settings. * Skills, knowledge, and experience working with healthcare providers to integrate substance use services into healthcare settings. * Knowledge of and experience with federal grants management * Understanding of systems development and systems building * Capability to direct and supervise a large staff. * Awareness and understanding of racial and other health equity and how it applies to program planning, implementation, and evaluation. About the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services: The Mission of the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) is to foster healthy life choices through culturally responsive services that prevent, treat, and promote recovery from substance-related disorders. Our Guiding Principles include: Addiction is a chronic disease that can be successfully prevented and treated. Eliminating the stigma associated with addiction is essential to our work. Substance use disorders affect individuals, families, and communities across the Commonwealth. No single treatment is appropriate for everyone, and medications are an important element of treatment for many individuals. People affected by substance addiction should be treated with dignity and respect. The Bureau of Substance Addiction Services acknowledges the history of structural racism in the United States and its impact on health outcomes. The Bureau is committed to improving the quality of life for all Commonwealth residents, focusing on traditionally underserved and underrepresented populations. About the Department of Public Health: The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high-quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious diseases, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities. DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offers services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to ensure that the conditions under which people live are most conducive to health and enable people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. We license health professionals, healthcare facilities, and a variety of businesses that impact public health. We operate the state laboratory and four public health hospitals. We monitor health status and manage vital records including births, marriages, and deaths. We educate people about public health issues and work closely with local boards of health and community partners to identify and solve public health problems. More information can be found at the MA Department of Public Health Pre-Hire Process: A tax & background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Human Resources Division before the candidate is hired. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.* * For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4 First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. * *MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least(A)five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, professional internship, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management or(B)any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: I.A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. II.A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. III.A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required experience. IV.A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required experience. *Comprehensive Benefits* When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Administrative Services* *Organization: Department of Public Health *Title: *Healthcare Integration Manager Location: Massachusetts-Boston-250 Washington Street Requisition ID: 240004JN