ARMHS and Community Program Manager

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance (Regents)

Low-cost medical and dental plans

Flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA)

Disability and life insurance

Employee wellbeing program

Excellent retirement plans

PSLF opportunity

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota’s CUHCC seeks a Community Mental Health Program Manager (ARMHS and DVSA) to lead ARMHS and DVSA programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and supervise a team of mental health professionals.

Responsibilities include coordinating program quality, staff development, and clinical supervision, along with delivering therapy to a diverse client base. This role emphasizes leadership, program development, and cross-team collaboration within a busy urban health setting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS and six years professional work experience or advanced degree and four years professional work experience.
• Current independent clinician's license in mental health field (LMFT, LICSW, LPCC, MALP or PhDLP, MSCNS or MD).
• At least 2 years experience in providing direct patient care.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office and ability to learn and effectively utilize electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ARMHS program compliance, QA and clinical supervision, consultation, training and staff development (40%).
• Coordinate DVSA program compliance, QA and clinical supervision, consultation, training and staff development (20%).
• Staff management: recruit, train and manage ARMHS and DVSA providers in accordance with policies.
• Clinical Services: provide one-on-one, family or group therapy to a caseload of children and/or adults.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

English proficiency

Education

BA/BS with 6 years experience

Advanced degree with 4 years experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Information

Job ID: 376281

Location: Twin Cities

Job Family: Health Care

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Code: 9321HA

Employee Class: Acad Prof and Admin

About the Job

Community Mental Health Program Manager (ARMHS and DVSA)

OBJECTIVE/OVERVIEW: This position is one of 2 clinical and program leadership positions in Community Mental Health at CUHCC. The Community Mental Health programs include Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS), Adult Targeted Case Management (TCM) and Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) programs. This position oversees and directs the practice of ARMHS as well as the DVSA community-based programs.

The State of MN Dept. of Human Services regulations covering ARMHS services allows for 2 roles in the ARMHS program: Clinical Supervisor and Treatment Director. This position combines both of those functions.

Direct reports of: Mental health practitioners, unlicensed and prelicensed, 6.0 FTEs who provide Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS) and 2.0 FTEs who provide Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (DVSA) services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Coordinate ARMHS program compliance, quality assurance and clinical supervision, consultation, training and staff development (40%)

• Manage ARMHS services to comply with State of MN guidelines and Rule 245i requirements.
• Manage staff productivity and access to services to meet program budgetary targets
• Act as contact person for State of Minnesota DHS ARMHS regulator and auditing services.
• Maintain protocols and procedures for ARMHS services for a multi-cultural patient population within the guidelines of the State of MN ARMHS regulations.
• Develop and implement training to meet the needs of mental health practitioner staff.
• Explore and implement program and service development.
• Facilitate and lead team meetings and provide clinical supervision
• Participates in the leadership team at CUHCC focusing on integration of all CUHCC services

Coordinate DVSA program compliance, quality assurance and clinical supervision, consultation, training and staff development (20%)

• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, including service delivery as well as grant reporting documents. Collaborate with internal Grants and Contracts management staff to produce reports as needed.
• Lead outreach/advocacy/community education efforts with particular populations of focus. These programs are grant-funded, some through State of MN entities, and some are foundation-funded.
• Participate in program evaluation and improvement activities
• Facilitate and lead team meetings and provide weekly supervision

Staff management: (20%)

• Recruit, train and manage performance of ARMHS and DVSA providers in accordance with clinic policies and U of MN Human Resources policies.
• Ensure quality of staff documentation of ARMHS interventions and required state documentation
• Provide regular supervision to staff, and participate with other Behavioral Health managers in planning staff supervision and consultation to meet various program requirements.
• Ensure ARMHS and DVSA staff productivity is at expected levels.

Clinical Services: (20%)

• Provide one-on-one, family or group therapy to a caseload of children and/or adults
• Complete diagnostic assessments for therapy caseload, in addition to those needing an assessment to enter one or more of CUHCC's community programs

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS and six years professional work experience or advanced degree and four years professional work experience.
• Current independent clinician's license in mental health field, in MN, which is acceptable to CUHCC under the terms of the clinic's FQHC status. (Includes: LMFT, LICSW, LPCC, MALP or PhDLP, MSCNS or MD).
• At least 2 years experience in providing direct patient care to diverse populations.
• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office experience and ability to learn and effectively utilize electronic health record systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in one of CUHCC's dominant languages - Spanish, Somali, Pashto, Hmong, or Vietnamese.
• At least 2 years experience in program development and quality assurance activities.
• At least 2 years experience in staff management.
• Experience and/or knowledge of ARMHS services and/or other community programs in mental health
• Experience in clinical supervision of students in mental health disciplines
• Experience in cross-cultural supervision.
• Clinical competency in working with adults and children.

About the Department

At CUHCC, we're transforming urban health care and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.

CUHCC offers a full range of dental and mental health services that are typically not offered at a community health center, such as prosthodontic services and psychiatry. CUHCC has pharmacists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, dentists, dental hygienists, nurses, family nurse practitioners, family practice physicians, internal medicine physicians, internal medicine-pediatric physicians, licensed social workers and psychologists among other disciplines on staff.

CUHCC's interprofessional care model uses a collaborative, team-based approach to deliver education and patient care, integrating these services. Students and residents at CUHCC have the opportunity to work with other students and preceptors in other fields to best serve the complex needs of the patients. Over half of CUHCC's mental health patients also receive medical services at CUHCC, allowing CUHCC providers to work collaboratively to provide patient centered care.

As a founding member in the country's first accountable care organization (ACO) for federally qualified health centers, CUHCC is leading change in urban health and improving patient outcomes to meet the Institute for Healthcare Improvement's Triple Aim: improve the patient experience, improve patient health, and reduce the cost of patient care.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $86,000 - $93,000/annually for 1.0 FTE; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.