Overview

The Health System Design Senior Consultant (PRN) will provide expert consultation and strategic planning supportto advance system-level planning efforts and initiatives including but not limited to those focused on diversion,substance use, mental health, respite, services for people experiencing homelessness and whole-person careacross the continuum. This role works within a multidisciplinary health environment to plan, design, and constructhealth care systems that promote equitable access to care, provide the most appropriate level of care needed tomeet immediate patient needs and that support community-based interventions.

The consultant brings thought leadership and deep content expertise to support system transformation, crosssectorcollaboration, and data-driven planning with a focus on special populations and sustainable service models.

Responsibilities

System Planning & Designo Support the development of planning for comprehensive health system facilities, program models, and servicedesigns in alignment with Central Health’s mission and vision that best addresses local needs.o Apply knowledge of crisis response, diversion, SUD treatment, and mental health services to inform the design of coordinated care models.Strategic Consultingo Provide expert consultation on behavioral health policy, best practices, and system improvement strategies to internal stakeholders and cross-sector partners.o Support planning efforts for integration of behavioral health within primary care, hospital and acute care, criminal justice diversion, housing, and social services systems.Data-Informed Analysiso Review, synthesize, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to identify service gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for system improvement.o Translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for decision-makersStakeholder Engagemento Facilitate or contribute to collaborative planning processes involving government agencies, community-based organizations, providers, and individuals with lived experience.o Promote inclusion of diverse perspectives in system design processes.Project Supporto Contribute to design briefs, program development, and care continuum planning including grant proposals, policy briefs, reports, and presentations that advance behavioral health initiatives.o Assist in the implementation of specific projects or pilots related to crisis response, care transitions, or crosssector coordination.PRN/As-needed basis depending on project needs.Flexible work hours, with potential for in-person meetings or site visits.

Qualifications

Master's Degree (higher degree accepted) in Public Health, Social Work, Public Policy, Psychology, Health Administration, or a related behavioral health or human services field.Required

Work Experience10+ years Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in behavioral health, public health, or human services with a focus on systems design, program planning, or strategic consulting.Required

5 yearsvDirect experience with crisis response systems,vbehavioral health justice diversion, or substance usevcare models.Required