Human Services Program Manager I (Wake County) -- Temporary

Arts In Wilmington; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 88,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking a Human Services Program Manager I (Wake County) for a temporary assignment in Raleigh. The role leads the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services to address mental health, substance use, and justice-involved family needs.

Responsibilities include redesigning the child residential continuum, expanding community-based options, and reducing emergency department boarding through early intervention and crisis diversion.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the area of assignment from an accredited institution.
• Three years of experience in a closely related program.
• Bachelor's degree with five years of experience as an alternative.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services to address needs of families.
• Direct cross-divisional efforts to strengthen community-based alternatives and reduce ED boarding.

Education

Master's degree in the area of assignment

Bachelor's degree in the area of assignment field

Job description

## Human Services Program Manager I (Wake County) -- TemporaryApply: Wake County, NC: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 12, 2026 (9 days left to apply): JR-125515**Agency**Office of State Human Resources**Division**Temporary Solutions**Job Classification Title**Human Services Program Manager I (S)**Position Number****Grade**NC18**About Us**To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.**Description of Work****Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org.Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.This temporary position is located at 1915 Health Services Way Raleigh, NC 27607-- Wake County, with the Department of Health and Human Services - MH - Mental Health.Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $ 44.23 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.Job duties include, but may not be limited to:This position’s primary purpose is to lead the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services in addressing the mental health, substance use, and justice involved needs of families.This position will lead the redesign of the child residential continuum of care and directs cross divisional efforts to strengthen community-based alternatives to residential treatment while improving residential treatment statewide.The position plays a central role in statewide strategies to reduce emergency department (ED) boarding and DSS youth boarding by advancing early intervention, crisis diversion, and timely access to outpatient and community-based services. **Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Master's degree in the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in a closely related program; or Bachelor's degree in the area of assignment field from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of experience in a closely related program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.**EEO Statement**The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.**Recruiter:**Max Austin Jacobson**Recruiter Email:**[e-mail]