Emergency Mental Health Programs Manager

County of Los Angeles; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates for Emergency Mental Health Program Manager III to oversee multiple program areas across a large geographic region. The role directs staff, manages contracts, and ensures compliance with Medicare/Medi-Cal rules while driving revenue generation.

Applicants must meet strict minimum requirements, including licensure or advanced degree with multi-year managerial experience.

Qualifications

• Valid California license (psychologist, social worker, MFT, or nursing) with 2 years admin/technical direction at MH Manager II level.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology/Social Work/etc. with 3 years managerial direction at MH Manager II.
• Bachelor's degree with 5 years managerial direction at MH Manager I.

Responsibilities

• Participates in development and monitoring of the annual budget for MH programs.
• Plans, assigns, and directs work of program support areas across geographic areas.
• Provides program and administrative direction to subordinate managers and staff.
• Oversees contract agencies' performance and ensures compliance with state/federal rules.
• Represents department in regional planning and collaboratives.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Program management

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree (relevant field)

Master's degree accepted for credit

Job description

County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates for Emergency Mental Health Program Manager III to oversee multiple program areas across a large geographic region. The role directs staff, manages contracts, and ensures compliance with Medicare/Medi-Cal rules while driving revenue generation.

Applicants must meet strict minimum requirements, including licensure or advanced degree with multi-year managerial experience.