The Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s (MDPH) Bureau of Substance Addiction (BSAS) is seeking a dynamic applicant to fill the role of Re-Entry Specialist. BSAS is seeking short-term assistance with coordinating the implementation of two population-specific re-entry projects: one for Black and Latino men and another for women and non-binary individuals. This position reports to the Director of Legal Systems Involved Services in the delivery and monitoring of legal system-involved activities as assigned. Coordinates and monitors 10 statewide contracted services for individuals with a history of substance use and criminal legal system involvement, with a focused effort on expanding and enhancing services for Black and Latino men, as well as for women and non-binary individuals. In addition, this role will also support contract management for 5 municipality DivCare contracts, ensuring that all billing and fiscal compliance requirements are met. Key activities will include:

This position is a full-time position of 37.5 hours per week over the next one to two years. The Re-Entry Specialist will primarily be responsible for the following job duties and responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and are not all-inclusive):

Coordinate and monitor programming and contracted services.Convene provider meetings and facilitate access to available training and technical assistance.Conduct site visits to ensure ongoing compliance with contractual requirements and address any billing and fiscal accountability issues.Assist the Director of Legal System Involved Services in the delivery and monitoring of criminal justice-related activities as assigned. Coordinates and monitors 10 statewide contracted services for individuals with a history of substance use and criminal legal system involvement, with a focused effort on expanding and enhancing services for Black and Latino men, as well as for women and non-binary individuals.Support contract management for 5 municipality DivCare contracts, ensuring that all billing and fiscal compliance requirements are met.Collaborate on the implementation of statewide projects and initiatives designed to increase access to medication for opioid use disorder, overdose prevention, and other substance use services for individuals in correctional settings and upon re-entry into the community.Facilitates interagency collaboration by building and maintaining strong partnerships with community-based organizations, criminal legal system partners and other health and human service partners. Perform data analysis and conduct site visits for assigned contracts and related programming.Collaborate with other State and community-based partners on related initiatives for individuals re-entering the community or otherwise involved in the criminal legal system.Ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards.Provide technical assistance to assigned contracts around programmatic, fiscal, and data collection-related issues. Evaluates programs and activities to determine progress and effectiveness, and to make recommendations concerning changes as needed.Perform related duties such as attending meetings, and conferences, maintaining records/files, writing grants, and preparing reports. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of substance use services including addiction treatment, harm reduction and recovery support services. Grasp and understanding of the criminal legal system, and how it intercepts with various health and human services. Able to analyze and determine the applicability of data, draw conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations. Knowledge of the methods of general report writing. Capacity to understand and oversee assigned program budgets and billing. Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation. Demonstrate experience in fostering cross-sector and interagency collaboration. Capability to communicate effectively and establish rapport with others. Ability to plan and organize work schedules to efficiently manage theresponsibilities of the position.

Contract Period of Service: 2/1/25 – 2/11/27

Additional Contract Information:

Benefits are unavailable except sick leave accruals.

Contracts are renewable and subject to the Department's approval, performance, and allocation of funds.

All employees will be paid biweekly and must have direct deposit.

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 Statesand 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 disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to assure 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:MA Department of Public Health​​

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visithttp://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with 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 Reasonable Accommodation Online 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

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s (MDPH) Bureau of Substance Addiction (BSAS) is seeking a dynamic applicant to fill the role of Re-Entry Specialist. BSAS is seeking short-term assistance with coordinating the implementation of two population-specific re-entry projects: one for Black and Latino men and another for women and non-binary individuals. This position reports to the Director of Legal Systems Involved Services in the delivery and monitoring of legal system-involved activities as assigned. Coordinates and monitors 10 statewide contracted services for individuals with a history of substance use and criminal legal system involvement, with a focused effort on expanding and enhancing services for Black and Latino men, as well as for women and non-binary individuals. In addition, this role will also support contract management for 5 municipality DivCare contracts, ensuring that all billing and fiscal compliance requirements are met. Key activities will include:

This position is a full-time position of 37.5 hours per week over the next one to two years. The Re-Entry Specialist will primarily be responsible for the following job duties and responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and are not all-inclusive):

Coordinate and monitor programming and contracted services.Convene provider meetings and facilitate access to available training and technical assistance.Conduct site visits to ensure ongoing compliance with contractual requirements and address any billing and fiscal accountability issues.Assist the Director of Legal System Involved Services in the delivery and monitoring of criminal justice-related activities as assigned. Coordinates and monitors 10 statewide contracted services for individuals with a history of substance use and criminal legal system involvement, with a focused effort on expanding and enhancing services for Black and Latino men, as well as for women and non-binary individuals.Support contract management for 5 municipality DivCare contracts, ensuring that all billing and fiscal compliance requirements are met.Collaborate on the implementation of statewide projects and initiatives designed to increase access to medication for opioid use disorder, overdose prevention, and other substance use services for individuals in correctional settings and upon re-entry into the community.Facilitates interagency collaboration by building and maintaining strong partnerships with community-based organizations, criminal legal system partners and other health and human service partners. Perform data analysis and conduct site visits for assigned contracts and related programming.Collaborate with other State and community-based partners on related initiatives for individuals re-entering the community or otherwise involved in the criminal legal system.Ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards.Provide technical assistance to assigned contracts around programmatic, fiscal, and data collection-related issues. Evaluates programs and activities to determine progress and effectiveness, and to make recommendations concerning changes as needed.Perform related duties such as attending meetings, and conferences, maintaining records/files, writing grants, and preparing reports. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of substance use services including addiction treatment, harm reduction and recovery support services. Grasp and understanding of the criminal legal system, and how it intercepts with various health and human services. Able to analyze and determine the applicability of data, draw conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations. Knowledge of the methods of general report writing. Capacity to understand and oversee assigned program budgets and billing. Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation. Demonstrate experience in fostering cross-sector and interagency collaboration. Capability to communicate effectively and establish rapport with others. Ability to plan and organize work schedules to efficiently manage theresponsibilities of the position.

Contract Period of Service: 2/1/25 – 2/11/27

Additional Contract Information:

Benefits are unavailable except sick leave accruals.

Contracts are renewable and subject to the Department's approval, performance, and allocation of funds.

All employees will be paid biweekly and must have direct deposit.

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 Statesand 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 disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to assure 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:MA Department of Public Health​​

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visithttp://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with 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 Reasonable Accommodation Online 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: None.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

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.

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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.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: None.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

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.