County of Alameda

Assistant Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care, Behavioral Health (#5055)

Bargaining Unit: ACMEA - HCSA Tech/Para Mgmt (R45)
$54.55-$76.89 Hourly / $4,364.00-$6,151.20 BiWeekly /
$9,455.33-$13,327.60 Monthly / $113,464.00-$159,931.20 Yearly

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DESCRIPTION

Under minimal direction, plans, organizes, and directs a variety of outpatient service programs for adults between the ages of 18 years and up; supervises program components servicing severely disturbed and/or substance abuse clients, including adult’s services in Alameda County Health, Behavioral Health Department (Department) responsible for the coordination and collaboration of adult services with community-based outpatient service programs; provides supervision and direction to subordinate personnel; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

This is a single-position classification located in the Behavioral Health Department and reports to the Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care, Behavioral Health (Director). This employee is responsible for providing direct administrative support to the Director in the areas of organizational policy and program development relative to the adult system of care service delivery, public information/ relations activities, resolution of policy and operations problems, and also acts in the absence of the Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care, Behavioral Health. This position is distinguished from the next higher-level classification of Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care, Behavioral Health, in that the latter is fully responsible for the operations of the system of care while this position assists the Director with managing the operations of the system of care.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each employee in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

Plans, organizes, and directs, through subordinate supervisory and administrative staff, County-operated and contracted adult outpatient mental health services.
Acts on behalf of the Director on matters related to departmental programs; represents the Director at meetings with administrative officials, Board of Supervisors, legislative bodies, boards, commissions, community groups, and other organizations; explains and interprets policies, procedures, and regulations relative to complex program issues.
Develops and administers program budget; prepares or assists in the preparation of grant applications; monitors expenditures; coordinates fiscal, personnel, and contract activities for the Adult System of Care.
Ensures compliance with program policies and standards for services provided by the Behavioral Health Department or agencies under contract to assure continuity and quality of services and to meet administrative requirements relative to Federal/State funding.
Participates in planning, development, and implementation of system-wide goals, strategies and policies for delivery of community-based prevention services.
Maintains effective working relationships with representatives of federal, state and local agencies, including professional and medical societies; represents the Department through contacts with representatives of governmental and county agencies.
Participates as a member of the Department’s Leadership Team; attends administrative staff meetings and participates in the overall administration of the adult service delivery.
Recruits, selects, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines staff, either directly or indirectly through subordinate personnel.
Prepares and conducts educational programs for trainees and staff assigned to the Adult/Older Adult System of Care; conducts staff conferences; performs studies; and represents the service on training committees.
Keeps abreast of current trends in mental health practice and managed care health services environment; attends meetings of professional associations and assists in the evaluation of new techniques and procedures.
Acts for the Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care, Behavioral Health in their absence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of a master’s degree from an accredited university in clinical psychology, social work, psychiatric nursing, or an appropriate behavioral science.

AND

Experience:

The equivalent of four (4) years of progressively responsible post-graduate supervisory and administrative experience in community organization, program planning and evaluation, budget management, fiscal management, and personnel management. At least two (2) years of this experience should have been experience with emotionally disturbed individuals and their families in a community mental health or medical setting.

Substitution:

An additional two (2) years of administrative experience may substitute for two (2) of the four (4) years of supervisory experience listed above.

License:

Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Possession of a State license in either Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Social Work, or Nursing.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the “Examples of Duties” section of this specification.

Knowledge of:

Administrative principles, practices, and techniques of County and State Mental Health systems.
Principles and practices of governmental budgeting, funding, and grant/contract management.
Community needs, resources, and organizations related to Mental Health care.
Methods of effective community organization and its role in Mental Health treatment and prevention programs.
Principles, practices, and current trends in the delivery of Mental Health and Children’s services.
Program evaluation methodologies and management analysis.
Clinical standards of practice and licensure requirements.

Ability to:

Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Practice sound decision-making.
Demonstrate effective leadership skills.
Plan, organize, and administer the operation of the Adult/Older Adult System of Care.
Set standards, measure actual performance, and take corrective action for effective management control.
Budget development, analysis, and monitoring.
Apply analytical problem-solving.
Exercise interpersonal sensitivity.
Maintain flexibility in managing multiple and changing priorities.
Adapt to stress.

CLASS SPEC HISTORY

Newspec: 5055

SP:cs 1/20/16

CSC Date: 2/17/16

IL:saa Revised/Retitled 07/26/2024

Old Title: Assistant Director, Adult System of Care, BHCS

CSC Date:10/16/2024

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Share the Savings
Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
County Allowance Credit
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

12 paid holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Management Paid Leave**
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
Child Care Resources
1^st United Services Credit Union

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.