Deputy Division Director of Behavioral Health

Lincoln County, ME - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 102544 - 137810

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

Live and work in one of the most beautiful places in the world! Located on the Central Oregon Coast Lincoln County is a growing dynamic community with a booming tourist industry. From the docks of Newport to the worlds smallest harbor in Depoe Bay Lincoln County has something for everyone!

Lincoln City Kite Festival

Lincoln County Health and Human Services is looking for a dynamic and reliable individual with a strong skillset to directly support the Behavioral Health Division Director in the strategic planning & implementation management and evaluation of mental health and addiction services and operations within the Behavioral Health division.

Enforce ORS and OARs as related to the duties of this position. Support the development and supervision of program managers operating from established and well-known procedures. Oversee and manage grants directed at specific services. Perform a variety of professional and complex tasks due to delicate nature of interaction. Make decisions within policy constraints and complying with wide variety of state and federal requirements.

Work with highly confidential information. Communicate effectively including public speaking with a wide range of individuals in a variety of professional settings. Manage complex programs in terms of function budget related staff and organizational structure and managing Federal State and managed care programs as assigned.

Michael Holder Behavioral Health Division Director

$102544.00 - $137810.00 annually*

*Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical Dental & Vision Coverage
11% County contribution to 401(k)
County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
$40000 County Paid Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Oregon Coast Aquarium

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

Develop program objectives and plan programs in collaboration with the Division Director other Department leadership related agencies community partners consumers and program staff:

Monitor program services to ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities state administrative rules and all related contracts.
Lead the implementation of federal state and local health care reform measures.
Prepare and present annual program plan and budget which includes an assessment of County needs program goals projected local revenues and requests for state and federal revenues.
Monitor and manage related budgets to control expenditures and maximize revenues.
Participate and lead policy and procedure development.

Oversee workforce development and quality improvement projects:

Assure appropriate support to staff and community partners.
Develop and implement productivity standards. Lead changes to meet standards and to enhance productivity.
Conduct performance evaluations.

Direct quality improvement plans processes and evaluation. Report out to the QA/QI committee.

Represent Lincoln County in division county regional and state leadership activities.

Participate in Community Care Organization planning utilization management and quality assurance efforts.
Attend and participate in meetings and activities with state and local associations organizations and community partners.
Respond to general inquiries and provide information and assistance regarding Behavioral Health services.
Respond to complaints or questions about services provided to clients of County programs.

Participate as a member of the Directors Team:

Participate and helps facilitate the Exec Team/Senior Team meetings.
Participate with appropriate state agencies advisory committees and with community partners as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Tidepools on the Oregon Coast

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION

Masters in behavioral or health science or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Four-Five years experience in mental health. Two (2) years of progressively responsible administrative experience including program planning management and staff supervision.

Drivers License:

Oregon Drivers License required within 30 days of hire.

Desirable Qualifications:

QMHP LPC LCSW or LMFT desired but not required. If the employee is licensed they are required to maintain current and active licensure and to provide the appropriate verifications at the time of renewals.

Knowledge of:

Philosophies principles and practices of behavioral health.
Statutes and administrative rules which govern community health operations.
Administrative principles associated with budgeting employee supervision personnel management and program planning.
External contacts include the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) the InterCommunity Health Network (IHN) other local or regional health care organizations and other government and private agencies.
Contractual responsibilities of division staff and partner agencies within the community.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work knowledge skills abilities and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WHY LINCOLN COUNTY

Yaquina Bay Bridge

Lincoln County sits in the Central Oregon Coast boasting miles of stunning beaches. Travelers from all over the world have made Lincoln County a must-see location. From the Kite Festival in Lincoln City Founders Days in Newport and the La De Da Parade in Yachats there is never a celebration too far away! Our vibrant arts community incredible restaurants and hotels and unmatched natural beauty make this a truly amazing place to call home.

Lincoln County is one of the 36 counties in the U.S. state of Oregon. As of the 2020 census its population was 50395. The county seat is Newport where our Health and Human Services Department is headquartered. Lincoln County consists of Lincoln City Depoe Bay Siletz Newport Toledo Waldport and Yachats. Each town along our beautiful coastline offers something a little different and unique from the others and the drive along Highway 101 is a postcard in living color.

CHECK OUT THESE LOCAL TRAVEL RESOURCES:
Lincoln County OR Official Website
Discover Newport Oregon Vacation Travel Things to Do on the Coast
Explore Lincoln City Oregon Official Travel Guide
That Oregon Life - Your Oregon Travel Guide

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Position SummaryLive and work in one of the most beautiful places in the world! Located on the Central Oregon Coast Lincoln County is a growing dynamic community with a booming tourist industry. From the docks of Newport to the worlds smallest harbor in Depoe Bay Lincoln County has something for eve...