Director of Programs and Services
Office/On-Site
Recruitment #220706-2445MP-001
| Location |
Hartford, CT
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|---|---|
| Date Opened | 7/20/2022 12:00:00 AM |
| Salary | $118,876 - $162,091/year |
| Job Type | Open to the Public |
| Close Date | 8/2/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Introduction
- Provide administrative supervision of 15 professional staff including planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work and performance of the Division supervisors and employees. These staff manage 181 coalitions, agencies and contractors that implement mental wellness and substance use prevention strategies across the state.
- Incorporate visionary goal setting, strategic planning, project management, accountability, and quality management systems into the full range of the Prevention activities. Research, procure and disburse funds to support these activities.
- Develop, allocate and monitor approximately $16 million in Division funds annually. These funds include the Substance Abuse Prevention Training (SAPT) Block Grant carved out for Prevention Services, federal discretionary grants, state general funds and private and foundation funds.
- Represent DMHAS at hearings, press events and on various state, regional and federal committees and boards including but not limited to: National Association of State Alcohol and Substance Abuse Directors National Prevention Network, the Prevention Technology Transfer Center, the CT Alcohol and Drug Policy Council, the Cannabis Regulator Association, and the State Epidemiological and Outcomes Workgroup.
- We offer a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off, including 12 paid holidays per calendar year.
- We encourage a strong work/life balance for all state employees.
- We offer opportunities for professional and personal growth.
- We have limitless areas for you to perform relevant and significant work.
Selection Plan
- Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications, as listed on the job opening, will be considered for this role, as determined by qualifications stated on the submitted application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
- The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
- Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
- This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
- Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
- Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
- Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
- Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.
- Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Pamela Rochette via email Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, Central Office this class is accountable for administering designated agency-wide behavioral services, programs and operations of significant size, scope and accountability.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Administers staff and operations of a designated program; develops, implements and evaluates program policies, goals and objectives to ensure conformance with agency mission, goals, objectives and statutory provisions; designs and develops program performance standards and criteria; implements new procedures and procedural revisions; determines appropriate staffing levels and directs management and coordination of staff; designs and implements staff performance review standards; maintains contact with individuals both within and outside of agency who might impact on programs and services; serves as executive team member participating in development, implementation and evaluation of agency policies, goals and objectives; advises Commissioner as to behavioral health trends and strategies through use of analytics, statistics and reports; determines quality assurance standards; manages departmental service systems; develops Requests for Proposals; administers state and federal regulations pertaining to agency behavioral health care programs, services and operations; participates in provider contract negotiations; manages budget, contracts and fiscal operations coordinates accreditation activities; serves as agency liaison with external regulatory, behavioral health planning and advisory groups and other state regulatory and service agencies; testifies at legislative hearings, public hearings and in court; performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations pertaining to behavioral health; considerable knowledge of principles, practices and issues of behavioral health care; knowledge of administrative and clinical operations, functions and systems involving behavioral health service delivery; some knowledge of legislative and regulations making process; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable organizational skills; considerable analytical skills; ability to analyze complex problems and implement effective solutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
An advanced degree in a health, human services or related field and five (5) years of professional experience in behavioral health care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of the General Experience must have been in a managerial capacity directing programs and operations related to behavioral health care services with statewide or regional impact OR directing a behavioral health care community agency, facility or hospital.
Note: Managerial capacity is defined as full-time managerial responsibility for formulating program goals and objectives, developing and implementing program procedures, initiating program policies and developing and monitoring a budget for a major program. Management activities include planning, organizing, directing and controlling resources of a major behavioral health agency or organization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience directing programs and/or initiatives that serve individuals at the municipal, regional or statewide level.
- Experience representing an organization at hearings, press events, committees, and boards.
- Experience developing, allocating, and monitoring multimillion dollar budgets.
- Experience directing programs and/or initiatives related to substance use prevention, mental health promotion, public health or other related human service field.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, degrees, certifications and/or any other qualifications necessary to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the applicable position.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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