Health Program Analyst I, Court Pre-Release

Health Program Analyst I, Court Pre-Release Location: CAS270, 222 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA Salary Range: $5,943.91 - $8,575.40 monthly Summary Part of the Office of Diversion and Reentry, within the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, the Health Program Analyst I (HPA I) assists the court team lead in supporting the pre‑release and court‑based work for ODR’s criminal court diversion program, ODR Housing. The ODR Housing program is a permanent supportive housing program serving individuals who are homeless, have a serious mental health disorder, and are diverted into services after being incarcerated in the Los Angeles County Jail. Clients are referred to interim housing and assigned an Intensive Case Management Services (ICMS) provider, who works with them as they transition from custody to community and on to permanent supportive housing. This role screens potential program participants, determines eligibility, and submits written affidavits to the court to advocate for mental health diversion. The HPA I attends suitability hearings with clients in court lock‑up, or serves as a liaison with justice partners, providing recommendations to support client care coordination needs post‑release. The HPA I may also attend progress report days to provide consultation and support to clients and their community‑based case managers to encourage progress towards program goals. Essential Functions Partner with the ODR Court hub team lead (HPA II) to assist with all aspects of the pre‑release diversion process for the ODR Housing program. Assess program candidates received via referrals from attorneys, verifying clinical and legal eligibility via review of health and legal records or client assessment. Conduct jail in‑reach as necessary to engage potential clients, provide orientation, or further assess eligibility. Meet with program candidates in court lock‑up, accompanied by a sheriff deputy, to conduct client interviews and mental‑health and/or substance use assessments. Document clinical summaries of potential program candidates to support court advocacy. Participate and engage with Justice Partners working within the Criminal Court Diversion population. Submit written affidavits to the court advocating for mental‑health diversion for eligible candidates. Work with justice partners to submit affidavits recommending candidates to be calendared for diversion suitability hearings. Act as a liaison to Justice partners working within the criminal court diversion population. Collaborate with ODR Physicians in in‑court advocacy and treatment of ODR candidates and clients, including presence on suitability and progress report days. Review court documentation including progress reports, AWOL reports, and other court documentation to ensure accuracy and alignment with court orders. Assist in preparing project reports including referral tracking, candidate screening results, and court outcomes. Confere with administrators and representatives of other jurisdictions and agencies to discuss new and ongoing programs and to exchange information. Coordinate and collaborate with all project partners (e.g., Office of Diversion and Re‑Entry, participating departments, contracted agencies, stakeholder groups) to ensure all elements of the projects operate in the most efficient and effective manner. Job Qualifications Option I: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Health Care Administration/Management, Public Administration, Behavioral Sciences, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a closely related field AND at least two years of direct professional experience working with persons experiencing homelessness, serious mental illness, or justice involvement in roles such as case manager, clinician, outreach worker, program manager, or similar. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience (applicable only to Option I). Option II: Four years of direct professional experience working with persons experiencing homelessness, serious mental illness, or justice involvement in roles such as case manager, clinician, outreach worker, program manager, or similar. Preferred Education and Experience Experience providing services with clients with severe and persistent mental health illness including assessment, treatment planning or counseling. Experience in program operations or program management. Ability to independently manage and implement program activities in coordination with ODR team. Mental Health Clinician is preferred but not required. Demonstrated experience building collaboration and partnerships among diverse stakeholders, e.g., government, community organizations and businesses. Ability to coordinate day‑to‑day work among multidisciplinary teams and service providers, including providing real‑time problem solving and technical assistance as needed. Strong synthesis, analysis and writing skills with ability to develop products, protocols, and reports. Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple work projects simultaneously, track project details, and meet deadlines. Strong technical skills with Microsoft Excel and experience with database management (e.g., Electronic Health Record Systems) preferred. Ability to attend meetings, provide training, technical assistance, and other job‑related duties in locations throughout Los Angeles County and have reliable transportation to carry out essential functions. Certificates, Licenses, and Clearances A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job‑related essential functions. Successful completion of the LA County Live Scan process, health clearance, and LASD Live Scan Process are required. Physical Demands Stand: Frequently (2‑5 hrs/day) Walk: Frequently (2‑5 hrs/day) Sit: Frequently (2‑5 hrs/day) Handling/Fingerprinting: Occasionally (0‑2 hrs/day) Reach Outward: Occasionally (0‑2 hrs/day) Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally (0‑2 hrs/day) Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally (1‑2 hrs/day) Lift / Carry: Occasionally – up to 30 lbs Push / Pull: Occasionally – up to 30 lbs See: Constantly (5+ hrs/day) Taste/Smell: Not Applicable EEOC Statement It is the policy of Los Angeles County Health Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Angeles Regional Reentry Partnership