consultant Remote
Job description
Who We Are
Established in 2005, Aurrera Health Group is a mission-driven, national health policy, strategy, and operations consulting firm with extensive experience designing and administering public programs at the federal and state levels. With our clients, we navigate, develop, and implement a wide range of health policies related to Medicaid, Medicare, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and the Health Insurance Marketplace. Our clients span federal and state Medicaid agencies, county health services departments, foundations, consumer advocacy organizations, health systems and providers, and trade associations. While the core of our firm’s work has historically been in California, we have recently been involved in projects in a number of other states including Alaska, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, West Virginia, Virginia, and Washington State.
Aurrera Health Group’s mission is to advance access to affordable, comprehensive, equitable, high-quality health coverage and care, and we work with clients that enable our firm to stay true to that mission. Our woman-led firm is rooted in a commitment to improving and strengthening the health care delivery system and realizing our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion both internally and through our work with clients. We pride ourselves on our relationship-driven approach to customer service, our ability to adapt to changing landscapes, and our innovative spirit.
Position Description
Aurrera Health Group offers a dedicated and fast-paced environment focused on helping a range of clients improve the health care safety net. The Policy Consultant must be able to play a key role in several projects simultaneously and will help clients develop and augment state, local, and federal behavioral health and social supports policies and support on-the-ground program implementation. The Policy Consultant will provide project coordination and planning support and conduct policy analysis for clients and Aurrera Health Group leadership, contribute to work products, and participate in stakeholder engagement efforts with government officials, researchers, providers, and advocates.
Oral and written communication skills are a critical element of this position.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Working closely with Aurrera Health Group leadership and fellow staff to accomplish company and client goals and objectives.
- Providing project management support in the form of developing and advancing work plans, meeting agendas, and other materials.
- Supporting client-facing work including webinars and standing project calls with clients.
- Assisting with managing project milestones and due dates.
- Communicating internally and with clients about project status.
- Working across multiple projects simultaneously.
- Conducting background research, policy analysis and draft written materials.
Note to Candidates: We especially encourage those with backgrounds in any of the following areas to apply: substance use disorder (SUD) policy, opioid addiction and overdose prevention and treatment, state or local behavioral health policy or operations, and California health policy.
Location
Aurrera Health Group’s headquarters are in Sacramento, California, with a second formal office in Minneapolis, Minnesota. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, workstations will be remote for the foreseeable future, and it is anticipated that remote workstations will remain available for all Aurrera Health Group staff, determined in consultation with your supervisor. Candidates from all areas of the country are encouraged to apply. Pacific Time working hours preferred, but not required. Occasional travel will be required in consultation with your supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Must have:
- At least three years of experience – including internships, research positions, and University-related projects – in health care policy or health care delivery systems; experience in behavioral health policy, including SUD and opioid treatment and prevention policy, is preferred;
- A commitment to improving access to health care coverage and the quality of the health care system;
- Excellent oral and written professional communication skills;
- Experience in working in a dynamic, team-based environment;
- Skills related to effective project management, including strong work ethic, attention to detail, time management, ability to prioritize, problem solving, adaptability, enthusiasm about learning, and a proactive work style.
Must be:
- A quick study;
- Highly reliable and able to manage assignments of various priority and duration in a fast-paced environment;
- Comfortable working independently, but with guidance;
- Willing to support project coordination and administrative functions;
- Able to develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including state and local government, hospitals, advocates, health plans, providers, and consumers.
Preference will be given to those who have:
· A Master’s degree in public policy, public health, social work, or a related discipline;
· Experience working in California health policy, behavioral health, including SUD and opioid addiction treatment and prevention policy;
· Experience in project management and coordination;
· Experience with graphic design and developing visually appealing written products;
· Experience with data input and analytics, and telling a story with data;
· Experience with websites – including WordPress;
· Contributed to and/or developed professional health policy publications.
Compensation
- Aurrera Health Group offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and the industry.
- The base salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per year, with an opportunity for an end-of-year bonus.
- Comprehensive benefit package, paid leave, and 401(k) plan.
To Apply
Please submit the following documents to [email protected] in one single PDF packet with the subject line “Policy Consultant Position, Integrated Care”:
· Cover letter, tailored to the job you are applying for. General applications will not be considered.
· Resume.
· Three references with phone numbers and email addresses (references will not be contacted unless the candidate is notified).
Aurrera Health Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and encourages inclusivity. We are committed to building and fostering a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skill sets.
As a contractor to the federal government, Aurrera Health Group requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination will be requested before contract finalization.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote
About Aurrera Health Group
Revenue: $5 to $25 million (USD)
Size: 51 to 200 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.aurrerahealth.com
