Gender Affirming Care Coordinator, Program Analyst 3 (Salem)

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

1d•$78,084 - $115,248•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a rewarding role for those who value continuity of care, professional autonomy, and making a real difference. Enjoy flexible scheduling, a manageable patient load, and the opportunity to truly help those in need. This position is designated as a hybrid working position with a need to report to central administration offices, institutions, or institution visits as needed. The purpose of this position is to provide care and custody of adults in custody (AIC)s, while providing central office oversight and management of a robust program dedicated to assessing, managing, and monitoring the needs, safety risks and concerns of transgender, intersex and non-binary AICs. Position chairs a multi-disciplinary team to address individualized needs of the transgender, intersex, and non-binary AICs. Position chairs a health services committee to address gender affirming care needs for AICs with Gender Dysphoria. Position works closely with Department of Justice and represents ODOC in legal actions. This position is management services and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Requirements

Seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification, or a Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, 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.
Strong ethical leadership, critical thinking skills, resiliency, and the ability to work independently and with multiple, multidisciplinary teams.
Strong verbal and writing skills and be able to effectively communicate with a wide variety of people.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with staff at all levels in ODOC and stakeholders outside of the agency.
Experience with managing a workload in a constantly changing work situation, as well as planning for and resolving complex problems.
Experience understanding and implementing policies and procedures.
Experience working with gender-diverse individuals.
Understanding of some of the adverse experiences that transgender, intersex and non-binary individuals face.
Familiarity with standards for gender affirming health care.
Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Must be able to answer phone calls from callers who are often hostile, frustrated and lash out; must be able to answer their questions calmly and diffuse the situation.
Must be able to participate in in-person meetings with maximum custody AICs who have violent history towards staff, other AICs and community members.
Must be able and willing to make positive contributions to a cooperative team environment.
Must be willing and able to work efficiently in a remote work environment.
Must adapt to a constantly evolving work environment, often completing special assignments and regular duties under the pressure of shortened deadlines.
Must have a regular driver's license with a clean driving record if operating a motor vehicle.
Must complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to those with experience in these fields.

Responsibilities

Provide care and custody of adults in custody (AIC)s.
Provide central office oversight and management of a program dedicated to assessing, managing, and monitoring the needs, safety risks and concerns of transgender, intersex and non-binary AICs.
Chair a multi-disciplinary team to address individualized needs of the transgender, intersex, and non-binary AICs.
Chair a health services committee to address gender affirming care needs for AICs with Gender Dysphoria.
Work closely with Department of Justice and represent ODOC in legal actions.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling
Manageable patient load
The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
Family health, vision, and dental insurance
Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
Optional short and long-term disability
Term life insurance
Fully paid retirement program
Oregon Saving Growth Plan
Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare