REGIONAL CLINICAL SERVICES MANAGER (Repost) ((Program Administrator II, Addiction) FULL-TIME CO[...]

State of Maryland; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Clinical Services Manager to lead behavioral health initiatives. This vital role involves overseeing the development and implementation of clinical services across Maryland, ensuring compliance with state policies while providing technical assistance to local authorities. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in addiction and mental health services to enhance treatment modalities and support recovery efforts. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving community health outcomes and making a significant impact in the field of behavioral health. This position offers the flexibility of hybrid telework, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to balance work and personal commitments.

Benefits

Subsidized health benefits

Dental coverage

Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Life insurance

Leave accrual

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master's can substitute for experience.
• 6 years in health services, 3 years in addiction treatment required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee behavioral health clinical services grants across Maryland.
• Provide technical assistance and training on SUD and MH best practices.

Skills

Behavioral Health Treatment

Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Mental Health (MH)

Program Monitoring

Policy Development

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, psychology, education, or counseling

Master's degree in a health or human services field

Job description

Introduction

Recruitment Repost. Previous Applicants Need Not Reapply.

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Behavioral Health Administration, Treatment and Recovery Services Office of Treatment Services 55 Wade Avenue Catonsville, MD 21228

Main Purpose of Job

This senior level full-time contractual position functions as a Regional Clinical Services Manager (RCSM) using expertise and knowledge in behavioral health treatment and recovery services and supports. The RCSM will work within the Treatment and Recovery Services Division, Office of Treatment Services at the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Behavioral Health Administration (BHA). This position is involved in the planning, design, development, and implementation of behavioral health clinical services grants to Maryland’s 23 local jurisdictions and Baltimore City, providing direct oversight and monitoring of behavioral health clinical services statewide.

This includes oversight of services through BHA Conditions of Awards (COA), Subvendor Contracts, Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs), and Interagency Agreements (IAs) with Maryland’s Local Designated Authorities (LDAs)–Local Behavioral Health Authorities (LBHAs), Core Service Agencies (CSAs), Local Addiction Authorities (LAAs), Local Health Departments (LHDs), Community Behavioral Health providers, and Maryland Colleges and Universities. The RCSM will conduct site visits to monitor the LDAs for compliance with BHA's COAs to ensure that grantee and subgrantee recipients are in compliance with the terms and conditions outlined in their State of Work (SOW).

This position is also responsible for reviewing and assisting in the development of the Administration’s policies regarding effective programmatic and fiscal practices, providing recommendations to BHA program staff regarding contract deliverables, corrective action plans (CAPs), Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), and fiscal year program and/or budget modifications. The position will analyze program data and clinical service to ensure compliance with BHA's policies and practices.

The RCSM will participate in the review of local jurisdictions' annual local behavioral health plans and make recommendations and policy changes as applicable, provide technical assistance (TA), and facilitate training of state, county, and program level staff in best practices for monitoring substance use disorder (SUD), mental health disorder (MH), and co-occurring SUD and MH disorder intervention, treatment, and recovery support services. In addition, this position will work collaboratively across MDH and BHA divisions, such as MDH Medicaid Behavioral Health Division, Fiscal and Finance Management, Policy and Planning, and the Administrative Service Organization (ASO). This position is eligible for hybrid telework, subject to change as necessitated by operations and customer-focused demands.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nursing, social work, psychology, education, counseling, or a related field.

Experience: Six years professional experience in health services, three years must have been in addiction professional work related to treatment and services to persons with alcohol or other substance addiction, and three years must have been at the managerial or supervisory level.

Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree or a Doctorate degree in a health or human services field from an accredited college or university for up to two years of the required general experience. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in another field, plus an additional year of professional experience in health services for the required education. 3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Health Services Administration specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience/knowledge of Addiction/Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health (MH) services and modalities of treatment.
2. Experience/knowledge of SUD and MH modern treatment, rehabilitation techniques and evidence-based practices (EBPs).
3. Experience/knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of program monitoring and planning.
4. Experience/knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of business and public administration.
5. Experience/knowledge of principles and practices of governmental accounting, budgeting and public personnel administration.
6. Experience/knowledge of public relations.
7. Experience developing and implementing administrative procedures and evaluating their efficiency and effectiveness in monitoring SUD and MH programs and services.
8. Experience/skill in oral and written communication.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract, and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12-month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment; no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [e-mail]. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.