Program Associate
Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. (AHP) is a fast-growing research and consulting firm that
specializes in changing, realigning, and/or improving organizational systems in health and
human services. With offices in Boston, MA, Albany, NY and Germantown, MD we are
seeking a full-time Program Associate to perform work with the Substance Abuse and Mental
Health Services Administration, Center for Mental Health Services, located at 1 Choke Cherry
Road, Rockville, MD 20857. The Program Associate will be physically located in Rockville,
but will be assigned for administrative purposes to AHP’s Albany office. Founded in 1980,
the company offers research and evaluation; technical assistance and training, and system and
program development in core content areas. These areas include mental health policy and
services, substance abuse treatment and prevention, co-occurring disorders, workforce
development, electronic medical records, homelessness, housing, employment program
development, trauma, domestic violence, and criminal justice.
The SAMSHA Services in Supportive Housing (SSH) contract provides technical assistance,
training, project monitoring and other services to Center for Mental Health Services, Homeless
Programs Branch (CMHS/HPB) and SSH grantees. The SSH Project Associate coordinates
communication among HPB, grantees, and project staff; monitors and manages SharePoint site;
conducts data analysis as requested; prepares reports; performs other duties as assigned in
direct support of HPB administration of the SSH program. The Project Associate provides onsite support to HPB staff in support of this initiative. Required qualifications for this staff
member will include: Strong analytical skills; quantitative and qualitative research/coursework
is preferred; Intermediate or higher-level competence with the Microsoft Office suite of
programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access; willingness to learn new
software tools and databases and receptiveness to training, strong organizational skills,
attention to detail, and ability to work under tight timelines; writing skills that allow concise,
professional communication with correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar; flexibility with
changing project needs, reliability, and maintaining a collegial relationship with colleagues;
bachelor-level degree and 1 year or more of professional experience; ability to obtain security
clearance; and willingness to travel.
Although the on-site staff will officially report to the AHP Project Director, he/she will receive
instruction on day-to-day priorities from the HPB Branch Chief. Duties include but may not
be limited to: Developing and maintaining electronic grantee performance tracking systems for
such data as quarterly reports, site visit reports, and continuation applications. Analyzing and
informing reports on performance data using SAMHSA’s Transformation Accountability
(TRAC) Web-based data system. Maintaining a fully searchable database of relevant research,
practitioner literature, and policy related to the target population of the HPB, with an emphasis
on integrated services delivery to individuals and families with co-occurring disorders.
Coordinating activities between AHP and HPB to promote seamless communication and ensure
that deliverables are completed within established timelines. Ensuring that HPB staff are fully
trained and have on-site support in the application of IT resources developed by the AHP
Team.
The on-site staff may also provide general contract support within the scope of the task order,
such as assembling materials, updating mailing lists and databases, and preparing mailings.
Salary commensurate with training and experience; generous benefits including a 401K. AHP
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are interested in this position, please email a resume
and a cover letter to lbarnes@ahpnet.com . No phone calls please.