Initial Posting Date:

10/26/2026

Application Deadline:

11/02/2026

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$5,988 - $9,191

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Intensive Community Based Services Coordinator (Program Analyst 3)

Job Description:

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Intensive Community Based Services Coordinator (Program Analyst 3)

The Oregon Health Authority’s Child and Family Behavioral Health (CFBH) team works to strengthen behavioral health supports for children, young adults, and their families by applying trauma‑informed approaches, developmental science, and System of Care values. By championing consistent, effective services statewide, the team helps ensure that children receive the right care at the right time—so they can stay connected to their homes, schools, and communities. Through partnerships across child‑serving systems, CFBH supports Oregon’s growing continuum of care designed to meet families’ needs close to home.

 

In this role, you’ll help advance community‑based behavioral health services by shaping programs that respond to children and youth experiencing acute mental health challenges. You’ll work with hospitals, crisis centers, and providers to strengthen the Intensive In-home Behavioral Health Treatment (IIBHT) program and ensure that this program is implemented statewide effectively, collaboratively, and guided by real‑time evaluation. The work includes overseeing projects, guiding program improvements, supporting policy direction, and helping partners navigate challenges so youth and families receive reliable, high‑quality care. If you’re energized by work that improves outcomes for young people and supports meaningful system change, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact.

 

For a full review of the position description, please click here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

A Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral or Social Sciences, , , or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years experience coordinating or administering a program

OR;

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.

 

Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.

• Master’s Degree in Behavioral or Social Sciences, with experience working in an IIBHT program both directly with youth and families and in a supervisory role with therapists. Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team, collaborate, and lead implementation of community-based work with an equity lens.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural awareness and health equity, including the ability to recognize and address disparities in behavioral health access, engage respectfully with diverse families and communities, and support underserved populations through inclusive, responsive, and culturally grounded practices.
• Ability to plan, design, and evaluate complex behavioral health programs, including setting long range goals, analyzing system effectiveness, and translating findings into actionable improvements for children, youth, and families.
• Skill in project and contract administration, including drafting budgets, overseeing provider selection, managing contracts, monitoring performance, resolving conflicts, and adjusting project scope, quality, or timelines as needed.
• Experience applying and operationalizing evidence based and culturally responsive practices, including providing technical assistance, developing quality standards, and supporting service delivery improvements for crisis based and community-based care.
• Strong partnership building and collaboration skills, with experience convening cross agency or cross sector groups, facilitating meetings, addressing organizational barriers, and advancing shared goals across community providers and system partners.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and support staff development, including onboarding, mentoring, guiding policy or rule revisions, and contributing to leadership activities within a behavioral health unit or similar service area.
• Experience in developing funding strategies and writing grants, including identifying needs, preparing proposals, securing resources, and connecting funding to measurable outcomes and program quality improvements.
• Excellent writing skills, ability to interpret, translate, and communicate policy and research, including analyzing legislation, preparing technical reports, presenting findings to diverse audiences, and shaping program direction based on emerging issues or data.

 

Preference Statement: Preference may be given to candidates who possess the following job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Preference will be given to candidates with specialized and advanced knowledge of trauma and the treatment of mental health crises in children and youth, including experience supporting youth and families who require a complex system response. Ideal candidates will bring strong familiarity with family engagement, peer support models, trauma informed practices, and evidence‑based behavioral health treatment models, as well as direct experience implementing or supporting Intensive In‑Home Behavioral Health Treatment (IIBHT) services. Applicants with a background in developing or delivering intensive, home‑based interventions for children and adolescents—particularly those navigating complex psychiatric needs—are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

Application Guidance

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the below:

Submission Requirements:

·         Resume – Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.

·         Cover Letter (Optional) – A cover letter is not required, but if included, it will be reviewed and considered during the review and selection process.

·         Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.

·         Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

 

How to Apply:

·         External Candidates:  Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the “Apply” tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.

·         Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

 

After You Apply:

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under “My Applications” prior to the application deadline.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

 

Reminders:

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans’ Preference documentation.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline.

 

About the Team & Benefits of Joining

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

·         Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.

·         Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.

·         Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.

·         Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

·         Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

·         Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Intensive Community Based Services Coordinator (Program Analyst 3) position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is a hybrid (5% in-office) position. “Review Section 4: Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.
• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

 

Contact Information
Recruiter: Stephanie Mitchell
Email: stephanie.d.mitchell@oha.oregon.gov
Phone (text friendly): (503) 979-7679

Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

 

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on protected class – including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

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