Manager, Behavioral Health Program

Manager, Behavioral Health Program

Deschutes County Health Services is currently recruiting for a Behavioral Health Program Manager to lead the Comprehensive Care for Youth and Families (CCYF) Program. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative leadership team in Bend, Oregon. We are seeking a candidate with a strong vision and understanding of community mental health, broad knowledge of child, youth and family interventions and systems of care, and experience with integrated healthcare settings and healthcare transformation.

This leadership position has direct oversight of intensive and outpatient child, youth and family serving teams, including : Wraparound, Young Adults in Transition, a first episode psychosis program (EASA), Child & Family Outpatient, School Based Health Centers, and other child and family related initiatives. The individual selected for this role must be able to function as part of a leadership team and collaborate with a wide network of community partners.

Key responsibilities include significant grant development and oversight, program development; operational logistics; contractual monitoring, direct oversight of five behavioral health supervisors and their teams, close coordination with community partners such as schools, child welfare, healthcare providers and others, and leadership of child services System of Care governance structures and activities.

What you will bring : knowledge of or experience with principles and practices of community behavioral health delivery systems, and program / departmental budgeting; human behavior as it relates to problems of the client population and laws relating to behavioral health; skill in implementing plans of action, leading and motivating staff, establishing and promoting effective working relationships with referral sources, the public, and other employees at all times; working independently as well as in a team setting; communicating effectively both verbally and in writing; acting professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality; preparing concise and complete reports and documentation in a timely and professional manner.

This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function. Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and / or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status. Review the full job description by clicking HERE.

Compensation $8,870.87 to $11,887.81 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This position is available immediately.

Benefits : Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours / month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.

Minimum qualifications : Master's degree in a human services field; AND five (5) years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience, including managerial experience; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.

Preferred qualifications : current licensure, without restrictions, from a recognized governing board in Oregon as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC; experience working with individuals with an SPMI diagnosis and / or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorder diagnoses; knowledge of and experience working with children, youth and families dealing with serious mental health conditions, especially children with Serious Emotional Disturbance, children and youth with trauma related disorders and young adults with first episode psychosis; bilingual in Spanish and English.

Necessary special requirements : driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE : Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended. Must have dependable transportation and be willing and able to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.

NOTE : Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 this position requires a Criminal Background check through the State Background Check Unit / Orchards, which may also include being fingerprinted. These rules provide for the reasonable screening under ORS 181A.195, 181A.200, 409.027 AND 413.036 of the County's employees to determine if they have a history of specific criminal behavior identified in federal or state law or rules such that they should not be allowed to work, be employed, or perform in positions covered by these rules. Please click HERE to review Criminal Records Check Rules. All offers of employment for this position are contingent upon the candidate receiving final approval from the State Background Check Unit / Orchards to work in this position.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.