Children and Youth Behavioral Health Policy Analyst – Operations & Policy Analyst 3

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Lead development, interpretation, and implementation of Medicaid behavioral health policy for children and youth .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $6,276 - $9,644 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medicaid behavioral health policy development and implementation, with a strong focus on health equity and community-centered strategies. Proficient in policy analysis, program operations, and inter-agency collaboration to enhance service delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.

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Medicaid Policy DevelopmentHealth Equity Program ImplementationPolicy Analysis and EvaluationInter-Agency CollaborationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisProgram OperationsData EvaluationHealth Services Delivery SystemsLegislative and Regulatory ProcessesQuantitative and Qualitative Data SynthesisOregon Administrative Rules KnowledgeOregon Revised Statutes KnowledgeBehavioral Health PolicyPrior Authorization Processes

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationChange ManagementCollaborationStrategic Advising

Industry Keywords

Medicaid AdministrationOregon Health PlanBehavioral HealthCommunity-Centered PoliciesService IntegrityAccess and AccountabilityCertificate of Need ProcessesProvider EnrollmentAdministrative RulesRate Setting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development, interpretation, and implementation of Medicaid behavioral health policy for children and youth
Conduct complex policy analysis and direct program operations
Advise senior leadership on strategic direction
Provide specialized policy leadership for PRTFs, residential and subacute programs, Oregon State Hospital transitions, prior authorization, and certificate of need processes
Evaluate Medicaid data and identify operational risks
Monitor system outcomes and determine improvement strategies promoting access, accountability, and service integrity
Serve as a technical advisor on Medicaid policy, billing, system adjustments, authorization processes, provider enrollment, and regulatory expectations
Write administrative rules, direct coverage policy, issue guidance, lead rate setting, and provide subject matter expertise and FFS program leadership within OHP
Consider the perspectives of diverse and historically marginalized communities in policy and program work

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science, or any degree demonstrating capacity for the knowledge and skills, and four years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work
OR any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification
Resume clearly outlining relevant education and work experience
Complete and accurate responses to all supplemental questions
Employment contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check meeting OHA criteria
Must be authorized to work in the United States; position does not provide visa sponsorship
Complete I-9 documentation within three days of hire
Experience developing and implementing health-equity policies and programs
Knowledge and experience with health services delivery systems, particularly Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid administration
Experience with legislative and regulatory processes and analyzing, applying, and advising on federal and state Medicaid laws and regulations
Knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes valued
Ability to foster inter- and cross-agency collaboration and coordinate community-centered policies and improvement strategies
Experience evaluating and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data
Strong oral and written communication skills across varied forums and audiences
Demonstrated project management experience managing multiple timelines and priorities
Ability to promote human-centered change management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
Optional life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare
11 holidays
3 personal days
Monthly sick leave
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
Hybrid work with 10% in-office arrangement
Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers who meet qualifications receive candidate preference