Behavioral Health Program & Risk Administrator

State of Maryland; New Castle, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) in Delaware seeks a Risk Management Administrator to lead the Risk Management Team, supervise three clinical staff, and ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance. You will analyze provider performance, plan strategies, audit activities, and develop multi-tiered action plans for DSAMH.

You will coordinate with public and private services, monitor budgets, and translate data into actionable improvements, contributing to safer, more

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Public Administration, Public Policy, Behavioral, Social or Health Science or related field.
• One year experience in program management in Public Health, Policy or Data/Evaluation with impact assessment.
• Six months experience in grant management and control including monitoring expenditures.
• Knowledge of contract management and staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee behavioral health programs and operational support services, including data analysis and program assessment.
• Ensure quality and compliance with regulatory, certification and accreditation standards.
• Research and evaluate programs to project trends in service delivery, cost and staffing.
• Recommend improvements to strengthen treatment and prevention efforts and health outcomes.
• Develop and implement strategies, policies and standards for treatment and service systems.
• Monitor fiscal activities for behavioral health programs and contracted providers.
• Coordinate public and private behavioral health services to reduce duplication of efforts.
• Analyze state and local legislation to determine operational impact.
• Disseminate public information on urgent substance use and mental health concerns.

Skills

Staff supervision

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Public Administration/Public Policy/Behavioral Health or related field

Job description

The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) in Delaware seeks a Risk Management Administrator to lead the Risk Management Team, supervise three clinical staff, and ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance. You will analyze provider performance, plan strategies, audit activities, and develop multi-tiered action plans for DSAMH.

You will coordinate with public and private services, monitor budgets, and translate data into actionable improvements, contributing to safer, more