Remote Public Health Program Evaluator Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

About this Job The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana. Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health This position may be filled in the following parish(es): East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, West Feliciana, Pointe Coupee, Iberville, Ascension Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Louisianans by helping individuals transition from homelessness to safe, stable, and affordable housing. As a Resource Specialist Program Monitor, you'll coordinate vital resources, remove barriers to housing, and connect participants with state agencies and community partners to support successful, long-term tenancies.

Join Louisiana's nationally recognized Permanent Supportive Housing Program and help build pathways to greater stability, independence, and brighter futures for individuals and families across the state. Preferred Experience: Experience working with housing, community-based services, and/or support services for vulnerable populations. Knowledge of state and federal housing voucher programs, food assistance programs, and/or community support programs.

Minimum Qualifications Five years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR An advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate plus one year of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Coordinates resources and support services to assist individuals transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing through rapid re-housing. Identifies housing, community, and supportive resources necessary to promote successful and stable tenancies.

Assesses and addresses housing availability, barriers, and other challenges that may affect participants' ability to secure and maintain housing. Ensures required documentation for housing, community resources, and supportive services is completed accurately and timely. Performs duties associated with annual recertification to ensure participants remain eligible for program services and housing assistance.

Collaborates with state agencies, community organizations, landlords, and service providers to improve access to housing and supportive resources. Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures that strengthen resource coordination and promote long-term housing stability and independence. Position-Specific Details: Location: Office of Aging and Adult Services / Headquarters - AD PSH-RAPID REHOUSING / Multiple Parishes (East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, West Feliciana, Pointe Coupee, Iberville, Ascension) Appointment Type: This position will be filled Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months).

Cost Center: 3201055112 Position Number(s): 178438 How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. * Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections

Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For information on how to check your application status and understand status updates, please click HERE. Contact Information: Debbie Parris-Thymes Debbie.Parris-Thymes2@la.gov LA Department of Health (LDH) Division of Human Resources PO Box 4818 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-342-6477 This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218

LDH supports Louisiana's commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here. LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees.

Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.