Behavioral Health Program and Policy Analyst

Spherion is hiring a Behavioral Health Policy Analyst for a leading public health partner! Are you ready to bring your analytical talent to a role where your work truly improves lives? In this position, you will lead the development and ongoing management of critical behavioral health policies, working alongside a passionate team to drive high-impact healthcare solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze proposed changes to mental health and substance use treatment coverage and reimbursement policies
• Research state and federal regulations to support healthcare policy development
• Create detailed implementation plans and timetables for approved policy initiatives
• Collaborate with technical staff, fiscal partners, and legal experts to launch new programs
• Respond to coverage inquiries from healthcare providers, legislative staff, and community partners
• Review clinical data and healthcare trends to present actionable policy options to leadership

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related field
• Strong background in research, policy analysis, and healthcare program management
• Knowledge of Medicaid programs, medical coding, or healthcare billing processes
• Experience working with large data sets to evaluate program impact
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for diverse stakeholder groups
• Ability to work independently, manage complex projects, and meet core deadlines

Ready to make a real impact in healthcare policy? Apply now and our recruiting team will follow up with you!

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

Analyze proposed changes to mental health and substance use treatment coverage and reimbursement policiesResearch state and federal regulations to support healthcare policy developmentCreate detailed implementation plans and timetables for approved policy initiativesCollaborate with technical staff, fiscal partners, and legal experts to launch new programsRespond to coverage inquiries from healthcare providers, legislative staff, and community partnersReview clinical data and healthcare trends to present actionable policy options to leadership

experience 1-4 years

skills Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related field

education Bachelors