Rapid Response to Recovery EmPATH Implementation Specialist
Quick answer
The CDC Foundation is hiring a hybrid, Kentucky-based EmPATH Implementation Specialist paying $90k-$100k to coordinate the launch of rural psychiatric emergency units and integrate behavioral health crisis systems.
- Role
- Rapid Response to Recovery EmPATH Implementation Specialist
- Organization
- CDC Foundation
- Location
- Kentucky Department for Public Health
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $90,000-$100,000
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-30
The role
The CDC Foundation is seeking an EmPATH Implementation Specialist to lead the expansion of emergency psychiatric assessment units across rural Kentucky. This role involves coordinating with healthcare facilities, EMS, and telebehavioral health providers to integrate critical crisis care systems. The specialist will manage program implementation, provide technical assistance, and monitor performance metrics to improve behavioral health outcomes statewide.
What you'll do
- Lead the identification and design of new EmPATH units at rural hospital sites.
- Develop and implement referral and transfer workflows for crisis care.
- Partner with Telebehavioral Health Hubs to facilitate remote provider access.
- Deliver training and technical assistance to unit staff on psychiatric assessment and de-escalation.
- Monitor key performance metrics to evaluate unit stabilization and community care connection.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, health administration, nursing, social work, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in behavioral health, hospital operations, or crisis services.
- Proven knowledge of psychiatric emergency services and clinical workflows.
- Strong communication skills for building partnerships with state and local stakeholders.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Includes benefits package (specific details not provided in posting).
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid position based at the Kentucky Department for Public Health.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $100,000 plus benefits.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in health program management or behavioral health crisis services.
When is the deadline to apply?
The position end date is listed as June 30, 2026, so candidates should apply promptly.
How to apply
Apply directly on CDC Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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