Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Aptive

Remote regions

US

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Analyze agency and program needs to determine functional requirements and evaluate new methodologies.
  • Develop recommendations for process improvements and innovative solutions aligned with SAMHSA's public health priorities.
  • Contribute expertise to workstreams covering paid campaign strategy, formative research, audience segmentation, message development, and performance evaluation.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in public health, behavioral health, communications, or related field.
  • At least 5 years of senior-level experience in suicide prevention, behavioral health crisis services, or public health communications.
  • Strong ability to convey complex subject matter to diverse audiences including government stakeholders and creative teams.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Prior experience with federal health communications programs, especially SAMHSA.
  • Familiarity with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and behavioral health crisis services continuum.
  • Knowledge of the Stages of Behavior Change framework and application to public health campaigns.

Aptive

Aptive partners with federal agencies like Veterans Affairs, Defense, and Homeland Security to improve performance and service delivery. Founded in 2012, the company has over 300 employees nationwide and focuses on technology and human-centered services.

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