Community Support Services Clinical Manager - Direct Care and Treatment Manager 1

State of Minnesota; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking state agency as a Clinical Manager in Community Support Services. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team in providing essential services to individuals with complex behavioral health needs. You'll oversee clinical processes, supervise a diverse team, and drive innovation in service delivery. With a strong commitment to equity and inclusion, the State of Minnesota values your contributions and supports your professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of Minnesotans and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision plans

Employer paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Pension plan

Training and professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Must hold current Minnesota licensure in relevant clinical fields.
• 4 years post-licensure clinical experience and 2 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and support across CSS programs.
• Lead clinical integration and improvement efforts statewide.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Supervisory Experience

Cultural Responsiveness

Behavioral Health Knowledge

Education

Minnesota Licensure (LICSW, LPCC, LP, LMFT, LBA)

Master's Degree in relevant field

Job description

Community Support Services Clinical Manager - Direct Care and Treatment Manager 1

When all employees are embraced, respected and heard, we will build a collaborative, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist culture where everyone thrives.

Working Title: Community Support Services Clinical Manager
Job Class: Direct Care and Treatment Manager 1
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID: 83657
• Location: Statewide
• Telework Eligible: Yes (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States)
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/01/2025
• Closing Date: 02/21/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Human Services
• Division/Unit: Direct Care & Treatment / Community Based Services / Community Support Services
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Approximately 10% (for site visits, in-person meetings, trainings, conferences, etc.)
• Salary Range: $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

* This position is primarily telework and will require travel to attend meetings in the office and to program sites across Minnesota. This team is currently teleworking; however, this may change in the future with notice. Upon hire employees will be required to complete a telework agreement.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Community Support Services (CSS) Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a CSS Clinical Manager! You will be a part of the CSS Leadership team that collectively work together to oversee the services and needs of the adolescents and adults with extraordinary support needs served by CSS programs. CSS provides state-operated supports to people with complex behavioral health challenges experiencing crisis through both outreach consultation to community support networks and through its eight (8) crisis homes across the state. You will directly supervise the statewide interdisciplinary consultation team of clinical social workers, occupational therapists, speech pathologist, behavior analyst supervisor. In this position, you also will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical processes and tools to promote consistent quality of clinical services across CSS programs.

The primary responsibilities of the CSS Clinical Manager include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide clinical leadership and support across CSS, including 7 mobile teams and 8 treatment homes across the state;
• Lead clinical integration, innovation, and improvement efforts across CSS;
• Provide collaborative leadership and management to CSS statewide through the CSS senior management team.

*The CSS Clinical Manager is a statutory unclassified appointment and serves at the will of the appointing authority.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Must hold current Minnesota licensure with one of the following:

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW),
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC),
• Licensed Psychologist (LP),
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT),
• Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) or eligible to become LBA within 6 months of hire
  • Note: BCBA can be hired while pursuing LBA licensure. Must demonstrate progress towards licensure and obtain LBA within 6 months of hire.

AND

• Four (4) years of post-independent licensure/certification clinical experience
• Two (2) years supervisory experience including the following:
  • Recommending, administering, and evaluating budget;
  • Experience planning for and managing change processes related to clinical systems, as well as identifying opportunities for development and process improvement; and
  • Providing clinical supervision.

AND

Demonstrated leadership experience: Leadership experience can include:

• Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
• Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g., Emerging Leadership Institute, L4);
• A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g., Employee Resource Group) - experience must include:
• 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions.
• 100+ hours per year time commitment

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Experience working with programs licensed under Minnesota Statute 245D, Home and Community-Based Services standards;
• Experience leading or working with interdisciplinary services or supports.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date.

About Human Services Dept

DHS operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Annual pay increases
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care