Statewide Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Systems Analyst (MA5/DBHR) - Project

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Company: State of Washington

Location: Olympia, WA 98501

Description:

Salary : $74,724.00 - $100,524.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Project (limited duration)
Remote Employment: Remote Optional
Job Number: 2025-02591
Department: Health Care Authority
Division: BHR
Opening Date: 04/08/2025
Closing Date: 4/28/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

Description
Statewide Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Systems Analyst (MA5/DBHR) - Project
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This is a project position funded through 06/30/2027
We are seeking a substance use disorder professional (SUDP) or subject matter expert (SME) to lead statewide initiatives in improving care for individuals who use drugs or are diagnosed with a substance use disorder. As the Statewide SUD Systems Analyst, you'll drive American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) implementation, support community programs, and collaborate with key HCA partners. As the SME, this position will provide policy recommendations and support best practices under ASAM criteria. Apply today to enjoy telework flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package while making a real impact!
All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.
Division philosophy statement:
The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery values and seeks diversity, equity, and inclusion as integral to the behavioral health field. We support, embrace, and celebrate everyone's uniqueness, promote inclusion, and commit to remove systemic barriers that affect our workforce, our providers, and the people that receive prevention, treatment, and/or recovery support services.
About the position:
The Statewide SUD Systems Analyst (Management Analyst 5) is critical to the achievement of HCA's mission of purchasing, delivering, and providing access to high quality health care and health care systems. This role is in the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery and will lead efforts to implement the latest addiction treatment standards (ASAM 4th edition) and improve community-based overdose response programs. They will also help shape policies affecting treatment providers, Medicaid programs, and billing processes. The MA5 coordinates with various HCA partners to improve care access and expand harm reduction efforts across the community behavioral health system.
This position is eligible to telework but is occasionally required to report on-site to meet business need. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions - both on-site and telework eligible positions - is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia, WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. HCA has currently suspended the ability to support out-of-state telework.
Duties
Some of what you will do:
  • Plan and coordinate the activities of the ASAM 4th Edition steering committee and everyone involved in the development of comprehensive state-wide reviews, plans, policies, contracts, and billing needed to update provider billing and coding related to new SUD treatment under ASAM-4.
  • Design, develop, implement and evaluate agency and state-wide health care policy related to best practices in adopting new standards under ASAM-4.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of health care program policies and initiatives related to implementation of ASAM-4.
  • Research and develop new strategies and manage the development and implementation of statewide health care initiatives and policy directives related to ASAM-4 and the associated population-specific sub-criteria.
  • Provide subject matter expertise and technical assistance to community behavioral health agencies on the development of policies and procedures which support ASAM-4.
  • Research health care trends, reform, innovative models, and connect with counterparts in other states on these items to find evidence-based policy and lessons learned for the development of Washington health policy related to ASAM-4
  • Provide recommendations regarding highly complex issues involving broad scope ASAM implementation issues, including process improvements, policy development, and bill procedures that have a significant impact on agencies statewide and the public.
  • Provide technical assistance to community providers on program design and implementation, including best practices on billing Medicaid under ASAM-4.
  • Provide support and connection to subject matter expertise on ProviderOne enrollment, claims billing and payment conflict resolution related to SUD billing.
  • Meet with HCA Rules Team and Department of Health to determine which Washington Administrative Code (WAC) changes are needed to coincide with implementation of ASAM 4th edition
  • Work closely with the Office of Insurance Commissioner to coordinate efforts related to implementation of Second Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6228.
  • Support High Intensity Community Based OUD Treatment Services program goals and objectives, develop timetables and work plans, program policies and procedures

Qualifications
Required qualifications:

Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:
Option 1:

Master's degree or higher in social public health, social services, behavioral health, or a related field and three (3) years of the required experience below
Option 2:

Bachelor's degree in a field identified above, and five (5) years of the required experience below
Option 3:

Associate degree in a field identified above, and seven (7) years of the required experience below
Option 4:

Nine (9) years of the required experience below
The required experience includes two or more of the following in a public health, behavioral health, managed care, or other healthcare system:
  • Conducting research
  • Analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations
  • Conducting business analysis and developing requirements
  • Leading business projects
  • Managing business operations
  • Business policy development

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) and, knowledge and skills in applying the American Society of Addiction Medicine Criteria (3rd and 4th editions) to help determine level of care for individuals with a substance use disorder
  • Extensive knowledge about the health and social service needs of people who use drugs, low-barrier healthcare, and harm reduction
  • Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, prioritize workloads, meet deadlines, and provide independent strategic direction/decision making
  • Ability to maintain relationships, coordinate, and build consensus among internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to work across systems to develop improved coordination of care for individuals with multiple needs
  • Ability to make data-informed decisions and conduct data-based program planning and service recommendations
  • Knowledge and understanding of Medicaid Managed Care in Washington state

Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience working in a licensed or certified behavioral health agency providing substance use and opioid use disorder services
  • Experience working in or receiving services from WA State low-barrier service programs including SSPs and other social service programs
  • Project management knowledge, skills, and ability to: apply project management methodologies, tools, and techniques to include planning, executing, controlling, and closing a project
  • Knowledge of federal and state substance use disorder statutes, rules, and regulations, including Medicaid rules and regulations
  • Knowledge and understanding of primary care systems, including Federally Qualified Health Centers
  • Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders including consumers, advocates, healthcare providers, legislative staff, and more to develop policies and programming to support improved drug user health outcomes
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to develop and conduct presentations to a variety of audiences demonstrating effective organization, communication, and technical skills
  • Ability to work independently, think creatively, and organize and prioritize a wide range of responsibilities
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, quality and inclusion in healthcare
  • High level of expertise and experience in stakeholder management and communication planning

How to apply:

Only candidates who reflect the required qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach:

  • A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
  • Current resume

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:
  • Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
  • Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.


Supplemental Information
About HCA:
Functioning as both the state's largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.
There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.
What we have to offer:
  • Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve
  • A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered
  • A healthy work/life balance, including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options.
  • A great total compensation and benefit package
  • A safe, pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants, and shopping nearby.
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • And free parking!

Notes:

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.
HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with HCA's mission. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Lisa Fleming at (360) 725-1723 or
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More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022
01

In 150 words or less, (not AI generated) please describe how you would use your knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion to remove systemic barriers to increase access for all people who need behavioral health services.
02

Please select the highest level of education that you have completed:
  • High school graduation or equivalent
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree or higher
  • None of the above

03

Which of the following best describes your professional experience with: Conducting research (in psychology, social sciences) Analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations Conducting business analysis and developing requirements Leading business projects Managing business operations Business policy development
  • I do not have this experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
  • More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
  • More than 5 years, but less than 7 years
  • More than 7 years, but less than 9 years
  • 9 or more years

04

Which of the following best describes your professional experience with applying the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) and/or the American Society of Addiction Medicine Criteria (3rd and 4th editions) to help determine level of care for individuals with a substance use disorder?
  • I do not have this experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
  • More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
  • More than 5 years, but less than 7 years
  • More than 7 years, but less than 9 years
  • 9 or more years

05

If you indicated you have the experiences noted in the above questions, please explain how, where, and when you gained this knowledge and experience (must be reflected in the work experience of your application). Do not state "see resume" or copy and paste that material. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.
06

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
  • Yes
  • No

07

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?For purposes of this question "sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit" means "an H-1B visa petition, an O-1 visa petition, an E-3 visa petition, TN status and 'job flexibility benefits' (also known as I-140 portability or Adjustment of Status portability) for long-delayed adjustment of status applications that have been pending for 180 days or longer." (Please contact us at the email address on the bottom of this job posting if you are uncertain whether you may need immigration sponsorship or desire clarification.)
  • Yes
  • No

08

I acknowledge that I have included at least three references, and that I have uploaded a cover letter and resume in the attachments section of my application.
  • Yes
  • No

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