SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER - MENTAL HEALTH - HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR (M&C)Department of Health & Human ServicesAre you interested in making a difference? If so, please consider joining our dedicated team at the Department of Health & Human Services. Humboldt County Behavioral Health is recruiting for a licensed clinician to join our team of Senior Program Managers. The candidate will be responsible for the management of Sempervirens (a 16 bed Psychiatric Health Facility and an Acute Psychiatric Hospital) and the four bed Crisis Stabilization Unit. Candidates must possess a valid clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC or Psychologist) in CA. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience with laws and regulations pertaining to operations of a psychiatric hospital and 24 hour crisis services as well as excellent written and verbal communications skills. Additionally, experience in collaborating with law enforcement, hospitals and other community organizations is desirable. A generous benefits package includes medical, dental and vision health insurance, paid time off and CalPERS retirement among other benefits.
What You'll Do:- Provides oversight and programmatic development, coordination and implementation for multiple and/or complex programs or service delivery systems in the Department of Health and Human Services-Behavioral Health.
- Performs administrative oversight of integrated programs and program support.
Some positions may be eligible for the following incentive pay:- Upon assignment of Hospital Administrator on Duty, a 5% increase in compensation will be applied.
- Upon assignment of On Call, an additional 5% increase in compensation will be applied.
- This position qualifies for Hazard Pay of $0.95 per hour.
Where You'll Do It:This position is located in Eureka, California.
A typical work schedule for this position is M-F 8-5.
This is a continuous recruitment and Human Resources reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time.DEFINITIONUnder direction, provides oversight and programmatic development, coordination and implementation for multiple and/or complex programs or service delivery systems in the Department of Health and Human Services-Mental Health; performs administrative oversight of integrated programs and program support; performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis class is responsible for the effective implementation of multiple complex programs offering direct services to clients, including program development, and integration of programs and services. Programs may include non-direct services such as training, resource development, and research and evaluation, and client and stakeholder advisory groups. This class is characterized by administrative and programmatic responsibilities in addition to staff supervision.
Knowledge of:- Principles and techniques of mental health, health and human service program administration and service delivery including developing goals and objectives.
- Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning, direction, evaluation, training, and discipline.
- Federal, state and local laws concerning mental health, health and other human service programs and applicable regulations.
- Principles and practices of community group organizing, effectively soliciting participation and partnerships with consumer and other community groups and representatives.
- Social and psychological aspects of mental health or substance abuse related problems.
- Principles of community mental health, public health, child welfare and other human services programs.
Other Requirements:Must possess a valid California driver's license. Some assignments may require an appropriate license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, or Psychiatrist in the State of California. In addition some assignments may require two years post licensure experience providing direct services in a mental health and/or drug and alcohol program.
Desirable Education and Experience:A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above: Equivalent to possession of a Master's degree with major coursework in social services, counseling, psychology or other appropriate field and five years of experience, including supervisory and/or administrative experience in a mental health or human services program.
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