National Health Law Program · 1 week ago
Health Care Project Policy Analyst
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$78K/yr - $78K/yr
3+ years expThe National Health Law Program (NHeLP) protects and advances the health rights of low-income and underserved individuals. The Health Care Project Policy Analyst will work with the California Policy Advocacy team to implement policy advocacy efforts and ensure access to quality health care for populations in California.
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Responsibilities
Support the California Policy Advocacy Team (70%) • Work with California policy staff to implement OBBBA and track developments at the federal and state level
Liaise between the Hub and the California Policy Advocacy Area to inform NHeLP’s California and federal-level advocacy; maintain proactive and ongoing communication internally and with external California-based advocates
Monitor information shared by the Special Project Attorney and posted on the Hub, identify patterns of concerns and track suggestions to apply to California OBBBA implementation, as appropriate
Track developments on California OBBBA implementation
Analyze information to identify policy solutions for California OBBBA implementation
Coordinate with national and California partners who provide support to the Hub
Provide technical assistance and education requested by California advocates, administrative agencies, policymakers, and other individuals; and
Conduct trainings and presentations, as needed
Research, Analysis, and Writing (20%) • Research and analyze federal and state Medicaid policies and administrative guidance
Track federal and state policy developments as they impact OBBBA implementation; and
Develop and coordinate publications about California OBBBA-related content that include fact sheets, tip sheets, issue briefs, and posts
Administrative and Other Responsibilities (10%) • Write grant reports on work and document timekeeping
Participate in internal meetings and working groups; and
Collaborate with development, communication, and operations teams to accomplish the organization's strategic priorities
Qualification
Required
Masters in Public Health Administration or equivalent degree
Three (3) years of policy experience
Strong interest in administrative, public benefits, and civil rights law and policy
Commitment to the representation of low-income and underserved populations
Knowledge of health policy, regulatory and administrative advocacy, Medicaid/Medi-Cal and the Affordable Care Act
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Possess a high level of independence and initiative, good judgment, excellent speaking and writing skills, the ability to produce the highest caliber work, creativity, and an ability to model working with others toward common goals
Ability to think creatively, and to work both independently and as part of a team
Demonstrated understanding of the role that racial inequity plays in our society and in movement-building, and have an ability to effectively manage across difference
Familiarity with online forums and how to engage people in a meaningful and constructive manner
Commitment to NHeLP's mission and values
Preferred
Knowledge of OBBBA
Have a deep understanding of California's health policy landscape, especially Medi-Cal and other health programs that serve marginalized communities
Ability to consistently integrate a deep understanding of key equity concepts into work projects and interactions by addressing structural implications and disproportionate impacts of policies, activities, and decisions on race, class and other group identities within the context of job responsibilities and projects
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Possess a high level of independence and initiative, good judgment, excellent speaking and writing skills, the ability to produce the highest caliber work, creativity, and an ability to model working with others towards common goals
Benefits
Employer-paid medical
Dental
Life
Disability insurance
Pre-tax savings plans
Retirement savings opportunity
Generous paid time off
Holidays
Sick time
Family and medical leave for eligible employees
150 hours (20 days) of vacation per year
Company
National Health Law Program
National Health Law Program protects and advances the health rights of low income and underserved individuals.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jorge Adrian Naranjo, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
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