Employment

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We’re well staffed with well staff
PRA provides a variety of employment opportunities in various fields related to behavioral health systems change, including research, technical assistance, logistics, and writing. Our company culture is rooted in a strong work-life balance, and we are proud to offer competitive salaries, rich benefits, and a supportive work environment. Some of our employee perks include:

  • Charitable giving matches
  • Day of Reflection opportunity
  • Employer-subsidized healthcare
  • Frequent traveler benefits
  • Generous vacation time
  • Staff luncheons
  • Tuition reimbursements
  • Wellness reimbursements

By fostering a culture of wellness and inclusion, we’ve created a supportive, diverse community of peers. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a recipient of the Times Union “Top Workplace” award.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Veteran status.

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  • SOAR Project Associate

    Policy Research Associates, Inc. (PRA) is seeking a full-time Project Associate to join the SAMHSA-funded SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR) Technical Assistance (TA) Center. SOAR is national program designed to increase access to the disability income benefit programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) for eligible adults who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and have a serious mental illness, medical impairment, and/or a co-occurring substance use disorder. Relocation to PRA’s Delmar, NY office is preferred.

    A leader in the behavioral health and human services field for nearly 30 years, PRA is a small business funded by federal and state agencies, national organizations, and foundations. PRA conducts research and evaluation; provides technical assistance and training; and plans and facilitates major conferences, meetings, and other knowledge-transfer activities in the behavioral health field. PRA is known for its expertise on behavioral health issues related to juvenile and criminal justice; services for children, adolescents, and their families; recovery supports; service members and veterans; homelessness and housing; and violence.

    Description of the Position

    The Project Associate will be a PRA employee and an integral member of the SOAR TA team. S/he will report to the SOAR Project Director and will be responsible for Center duties including, but not limited to:

    • Engaging and supporting high level state and local involvement in SOAR
    • Providing on-site technical assistance to states and localities to increase access to SSI/SSDI
    • Conducting leadership training and facilitating forums to further the implementation of SOAR
    • Communicating regularly with other SOAR TA Center staff
    • Reviewing practice cases submitted through the SOAR Online Course
    • Utilizing project databases to track monthly TA provided
    • Providing general contract support within the scope of the task order, such as writing issue briefs, blogs, and contributing to the newsletter

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master’s degree preferred
    • Experience with Social Security disability (SSI/SSDI), preferably with completion of the SOAR Online Course
    • Experience working with individuals experiencing or at-risk of homelessness
    • Previous project coordination/management experience is desired, with experience overseeing multiple tasks/priorities
    • Experience w/technical writing, meeting planning/facilitation, media/technology, training, and TA desired
    • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work within timelines
    • Excellent writing and oral communication skills required
    • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to accomplish multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
    • Ability to handle workload that includes frequent out-of-state travel

    Salary level of position is commensurate with candidate experience. Position is a full-time, immediate opening with competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision care, 401k and employer-contributed retirement, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs and casual work attire. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, a 2018 recipient of the Times Union “Top Workplace” award, and an American Heart Association designated “Fit-Friendly Workplace.”

    If interested please send cover letter (indicating position title) and resume to Policy Research Associates, Inc., 345 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054, email to email hidden; JavaScript is required or fax to (518) 439-7612 and complete a brief PRA Candidate Survey at https://pra-admin.typeform.com/to/dKUwFO by August 31, 2018.

  • Accounting Internship

    Background

    Policy Research Associates, Inc. (PRA), a leader in the behavioral health and human services field for 30 years, is a small woman-owned business located in Delmar, NY.  Funded by federal and state agencies, national organizations, and foundations, PRA conducts research and evaluation; provides technical assistance and training; and plans and facilitates major conferences, meetings, and other knowledge-transfer activities in the behavioral health field.

    Description of the Internship

    PRA is seeking to fill an Accounting Internship position for the Fall of 2018. Duties will include doing a diversity of accounting and finance related tasks such as entry and reporting of financial data, reconciling accounts, budgeting, and financial analysis. High-level supervision/mentorship will be provided.

    Requirements

    • Knowledge of accounting principles and practices and administrative procedures;
    • Computer proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft applications with strong working knowledge of Excel preferred;
    • Undergraduate or graduate level student in an Accounting or relevant degree program preferred;
    • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work within timelines; and
    • Excellent communication skills.

    If interested please complete brief survey at https://lenorelaier.typeform.com/to/BsjQHJ , and send cover letter (indicating position title) and resume to Policy Research Associates, 345 Delaware Ave., Delmar, NY 12054, fax to 518-439-7612 or email to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

    We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, a 2018 recipient of the Times Union “Top Workplace” award, and an American Heart Association designated “Fit-Friendly Workplace.”

  • Graphic Design Communications Intern

    Policy Research Associates, Inc. (PRA) is seeking a part-time Communications Intern for the fall of 2018 to support a variety of projects related to juvenile and criminal justice; services for children, adolescents, and their families; recovery supports; service members and veterans; homelessness and housing; wellness; and violence.

     A leader in the behavioral health and human services field for over 30 years, PRA is a small business funded by federal and state agencies, national organizations, and foundations. PRA conducts research and evaluation; provides technical assistance and training; and plans and facilitates major conferences, meetings, and other knowledge-transfer activities in the behavioral health field.

    Description of the Position

    The successful candidate will support the Communications team in the development and implementation of a broad communications strategy and have the opportunity to work across PRA projects in a variety of communications and graphic design capacities. This position reports to the VP of Operations and the incumbent will collaborate with the Communications Specialists, project staff, and the IT Specialist. Responsibilities may include:

    • Designing a variety of print, electronic, and social media communications (e.g., infographics, briefs, reports)
    • Editing and proofreading documents
    • Developing and analyzing e-newsletter production, dissemination strategies, and performance

     Minimum Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field, completed or in progress
    • Experience in graphic design, using Adobe Creative Suite products, such as Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and online design services like Canva
    • Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products, website and electronic media development products
    • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, creativity, and ability to work within timelines
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Knowledge and/or significant interest in any of the following fields a plus: behavioral health issues; juvenile or criminal justice; homelessness; housing or disability services/benefits; service members and veterans; and wellness

    We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, a recipient of a Times Union “Top Workplace” award, and an American Heart Association designated “Fit-Friendly Workplace.”

    If interested please send cover letter (indicating position title) and resume to Policy Research Associates, Inc., 345 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054, email to email hidden; JavaScript is required or fax to (518) 439-7612 and complete a brief PRA Candidate Survey by July 27, 2018.

  • Internship

    Background

    Policy Research Associates, Inc. (PRA), a leader in the behavioral health and human services field for over 25 years, is a small business located in Delmar, NY.  Funded by federal and state agencies, national organizations, and foundations, PRA conducts research and evaluation; provides technical assistance and training; and plans and facilitates major conferences, meetings, and other knowledge-transfer activities in the behavioral health field. PRA is known for its expertise on behavioral health issues related to juvenile and criminal justice; co-occurring substance use disorders; services for children, adolescents, and their families; recovery supports; service members and veterans; homelessness and housing; and violence.

    Description of the Internship

    PRA is always interested in hearing from qualified candidates interested in pursuing an internship. The internships typically involve various project tasks in several topical areas, including criminal justice, juvenile justice, recovery supports, and operations.  High-level supervision/mentorship is provided for these internships.

    Requirements

    • Undergraduate or graduate level student in a relevant policy or public health oriented degree program (e.g., sociology, psychology, criminal justice, public health, public policy);
    • Some experience, knowledge and/or significant interest in behavioral health issues, recovery supports, criminal justice, and/or juvenile justice;
    • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work within timelines; and
    • Excellent writing skills.

    If interested please send cover letter (indicating position title) and resume to Policy Research Associates, 345 Delaware Ave., Delmar, NY 12054, fax to 518-439-7612 or email to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

    PRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and was selected the Times Union #1 “Top Workplace” for 2013.