Behavioral Health Programs Lead – Crisis Diversion

Water Resources Office; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Telework Eligible

Job summary

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) seeks a Behavioral Health Program Specialist to develop and oversee behavioral health initiatives, including the Crisis Diversion Grant program. You will manage RFPs, contracts, budgets, and invoicing, while collaborating with counties, tribes, and statewide partners to improve crisis response and jail diversion services.

The role involves policy development, performance metrics, and data-driven decisions to align with national

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, public health, behavioral health, or related fields.
• Two years of professional experience in health care, public health, behavioral health, or general program management.
• Knowledge of Medicaid program and contracts (federal/state laws).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Crisis Diversion Grant RFP and contracting process.
• Manage contracts and budgets, and process invoices.
• Develop policy and ensure compliance with regulations at multiple levels.
• Collaborate with county/tribal governments and statewide partners.
• Facilitate meetings (virtual and in-person) and provide technical assistance.
• Develop performance metrics and review reporting to improve crisis response.

Skills

Public speaking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) seeks a Behavioral Health Program Specialist to develop and oversee behavioral health initiatives, including the Crisis Diversion Grant program. You will manage RFPs, contracts, budgets, and invoicing, while collaborating with counties, tribes, and statewide partners to improve crisis response and jail diversion services.

The role involves policy development, performance metrics, and data-driven decisions to align with national