Healthy Transitions Grant Director (HCPM/DBHR) - Project

Healthy Transitions Grant Director (HCPM/DBHR) - Project

Salary

$80,496.00 - $108,228.00 Annually

Location

Thurston County - Olympia, WA

Job Type

Project (limited duration)

Remote Employment

Remote Optional

Job Number

2026-07489

Department

Health Care Authority

Division

BHR

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

9/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary Information

The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

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Description

Healthy Transitions Grant Director (HCPM/DBHR) - Project

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This is a project position funded through September 29th, 2028.

All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.

This position has the opportunity to help shape innovative public health policy that addresses the unique needs of older youth and young adults that have experienced behavioral health and housing instability. Your daily role would involve participating in meaningful work expanding community-based services for transition-age youth through directing the SAMHSA Healthy Transitions Grant project. You would manage about $1,000,000 in federal funds each year, lead project teams and build strong community partnerships.

About the division:

The Prenatal through 25 Lifespan Behavioral Health Section (P-25) within the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) is responsible for developing and overseeing policy implementation and quality of children, youth, and family programs for behavioral health treatment. This is accomplished by processing contracts and interfacing with managed care entities, child serving system partners and youth and family leaders to ensure accountability for service integrity, quality, cross-system coordination related to policy, and program development in the public children, youth, and family behavioral health system. This position also supports DBHR mission and strategic goals including increasing access to community-based services for children, youth, and families.

About the position:

The Healthy Transitions Project Director has responsibility for administering all projects related to the Federal Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Healthy Transitions Grant. This broad scope includes the administration of approximately $1,000,000 in Federal Grant funds annually. This position is responsible for directing and coordinating the work of internal and external groups including contractors, data governance, finance, and other recovery support services staff, developing and maintaining external partnerships, contracting for services, creating public awareness of the grant, and working to ensure sustainability of services. This position directs program development, program administration, formulates policy and ensures implementation in line with the values of the Division.

This position is eligible to telework and is typically not required to report on-site. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions - both on-site and telework eligible positions - is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia, WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. All agency employees are required to report on-site in Olympia on their first and last days of employment to pick up and return state-issued equipment, regardless of telework status or location.

Duties

Some of what you will do:

• Day-to-day point of contact and responsible for ensuring that all Healthy Transition Project requirements are met. This includes development of collaborative relationships, policies, operations, procedures and systems for reporting and tracking information.
• Responsible for ensuring all grant deliverables are met.
• Expand and enhance comprehensive community response, services, and age appropriate menus of recovery support community-based services for TAY and their natural support.
• Coordinate statewide trainings and meetings which include relevant data collection, best practice approaches to TAY service development , and other applicable topics for grant success.
• Write grant reports to the Federal Substance Abuse Mental Health Service Administration to demonstrate the progress of TAY service implementation and program effectiveness. Ensure that all reports are submitted in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare effective and clear materials and communications using Plain Talk regarding services and education including Fact Sheets and briefing papers.
• Prepare effective and clear materials and communications using Plain Talk regarding services and education including Fact Sheets and briefing papers.
• Conduct bill analysis during the legislative sessions and keep supervisors appraised about public initiatives as relevant to current goals, legal/regulatory/ issues.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:

Option 1:

• Master's Degree with a major study in social work, behavioral health or social sciences, public administration, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of combined professional experience in any the following areas:
• Managing contracts.
• Fiscal controls, accounts payable, accounts receivable.
• Project management.
• Planning, supervising, administering, developing or delivering social, financial, health, substance use disorder prevention and/or treatment service programs.
• Developing and managing federal, state, or private grants.

Option 2:

• Bachelors degree with a major study in social work, behavioral health or social sciences, public administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of the experience listed above.

Option 3:

• Nine (9) years of the experience listed above.

Option 4:

• One (1) year as a Medical Assistance Program Specialist 2.

Required competencies:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Experience and proven skills in writing, verbal communication, and grants management.
• Experience with community and service system development and policy.

Preferred qualifications:

• Expertise working with older youth and young adults; a comprehensive understanding of the unique needs of this development life stage.
• Expertise with grant development, implementation, and oversight.
• An in-depth understanding of contract requirements, management, monitoring, fiscal oversight, continuous quality improvement, and corrective action plans.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws; regulations relevant to naloxone, opioid crisis and substance use disorder services.
• In-depth knowledge of the substance use disorder continuum of services in Washington state.
• Experience in leading social and health project teams, with the ability to create and promote a supportive team environment, work with diverse staff and communities, maintain high personal and professional standards.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize work, meet deadlines, and promote transparency and open communication.
• Highly competent communicator.
• Strong technical and informative writing skills.
• Project budget development and management experience.
• Ability to understand data analysis, program evaluation, and substance use disorder research.

How to apply:

Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach in separate files:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• Yes
• No

02

Will you require sponsorship for an employment-related immigration benefit, either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

03

Please select the highest level of education that you have completed:

• High school graduation or equivalent
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree with a major study in social work, behavioral health or social sciences, public administration, or a related field.
• Masters degree or higher with a major study in social work, behavioral health or social sciences, public administration, or a related field.
• None of the above / Not a relevant degree type

04

Which of the following best describes your professional experience in any the following areas?: 1. Managing contracts. 2. Fiscal controls, accounts payable, accounts receivable. 3. Project management. 4. Planning, supervising, administering, developing or delivering social, financial, health, substance use disorder prevention and/or treatment service programs. 5. Developing and managing federal, state, or private grants.

• 3 years
• More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
• More than 5 years, but less than 7 years
• More than 7 years, but less than 9 years
• More than 9 years

05

If you indicated you have the experience noted in the above question, please explain how, where, and when you gained this knowledge and experience (must be reflected in the work experience of your application). Do not state "see resume" or copy and paste that material. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.

06

Do you have the ability to take action to learn and grow?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have the ability to take action to meet the needs of others?

• Yes
• No

08

Please select the skills, abilities and experience you possess below:

• Experience and proven skills in writing, verbal communication, and grants management.
• Experience with community and service system development and policy.
• One (1) year as a Medical Assistance Program Specialist 2

Required Question

Employer State of Washington

Address View Job Posting for Agency Information

View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504

Website http://www.careers.wa.gov