Health Program Specialist 1

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a professional who enjoys program management, relationship building, data analysis, and public health planning. The successful candidate will oversee grant-related activities, monitor program performance, support community partnerships, and help ensure services are effectively reaching target populations. Strong communication skills, analytical abilities, and a commitment to improving behavioral health outcomes are essential for success in this position.

• Serve as the program specialist and subject matter expert for assigned grant-funded behavioral health initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations, stakeholders, and service providers to support program goals.
• Monitor program activities and outcomes to ensure effective implementation and compliance with grant requirements.
• Research, collect, analyze, and interpret public health, behavioral health, and program performance data.
• Identify trends, service gaps, and opportunities for program improvement and expansion.
• Develop recommendations based on research findings and program outcomes.
• Assist with program planning, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing quality improvement efforts.
• Support contract and grant management activities, including assisting with the development and administration of agreements with partner agencies.
• Monitor funding allocations and assist with tracking expenditures to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Prepare reports, data summaries, recommendations, and other professional documentation for leadership and stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings, workgroups, community events, and outreach activities to promote awareness and collaboration.
• Provide technical assistance and program support to community partners and other stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and reporting requirements.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in health science, behavioral science, public health, social science, or a closely related field; and
• Two (2) years of professional health-related experience that included at least two of the following:
  • Researching, collecting, and analyzing data and statistics
  • Developing objectives, protocols, and procedures
  • Providing health education services to target populations or the general public
  • Evaluating program effectiveness and outcomes
  • Supporting prevention, identification, treatment, or intervention services related to health and behavioral health conditions
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience with program planning, implementation, management, and evaluation.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data to support decision-making and program improvement.
• Knowledge of grant-funded programs, contract administration, and community-based services.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Commitment to confidentiality, privacy, and ethical practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard business applications.

• Location: Hybrid schedule available with offices located in Reno and Carson City, NV
• Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Compensation: $30.85-$35.11 per hour, depending on experience
• Work Environment: Combination of remote work and in-office collaboration preferred

Marathon Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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