GRADE
PHY 0008
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Health, Baltimore, MD
Main Purpose of Job
The Deputy Secretary for Behavioral Health Services develops and oversees behavioral health clinical director for the Maryland Department of Health. This position functions at the executive level and provides oversight, including budget and fiscal management, grants management, and direction of staff, policy development and strategic planning for providers throughout Maryland. Other duties include establishing and implementing medical guidelines, clinical practices, policies, procedures, standards and controls; evaluating the implementation and outcomes of programs and coordination with public and private agencies providing similar services; collaborating and consulting with physicians and psychiatrists in preparation of activity short and long-range plans. A successful physician applicant will be required to exercise clinical expertise and may provide hands-on patient and clinical services.
This position will enhance the Behavioral Health Administration’s mission by ensuring the availability of a full range of services, seamless linkages to services for the consumer delivered through a system of integrated care; recognition that co-occurring conditions are common, focusing on treatment, behavioral health, support, recovery, and resilience; developing services in collaboration with stakeholders in an environment that is culturally sensitive; and improving health, wellness, and quality of life for consumers across the life span.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a degree in medicine from an accredited college or university and board certification. Qualified candidates must also possess a minimum of 10 years of professional physician experience, including 5 years at an executive leadership level. Previous clinical experience is required.
Qualified candidates must also be able to demonstrate the following:
- Knowledge of current theories and practices in the field of mental health especially psychotherapy and relational models of care;
- Knowledge of medications and their effects on physical and psychological disorders; and,
- Knowledge of the organization and operation of nonprofit community mental health clinics.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred candidates should possess the following:
- Background with analytics in behavioral health policy and planning;
- Experience in public health-level analysis and action; and,
- Experience providing testimony and advice to the General Assembly pertaining to behavioral health issues.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
1. Applicants must be able to obtain a license by the Maryland Board of Physicians to practice medicine under Maryland State Law by the time of hire.
2. Applicants must be board certified in by the American Board of Medical Specialties, or other Board approved by the Maryland Board of Physicians.
A copy of a current medical license and board certification should be attached to the application.
SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application.
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.
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
The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:
- Meaningful Work
- Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
- Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
- Retirement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
- Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)
For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland please click the link below:
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
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 Application.Help@maryland.gov.
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.
