PROGRAM MANAGER II
Behavioral Health Program Manager
Recruitment #23-005477-0004
Department | DHS - Baltimore City DSS |
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Date Opened | 2/2/2023 11:59:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 2/16/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $72,340.00 - $101,802.00/year year with a potential growth to $112.091/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Dorothy Dukes |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
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Introduction
The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state’s primary social service provider, serving over one million Marylanders annually. The Department, through its 24 local departments of social services, aggressively pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City. DHS works in every community in Maryland to positively impact the lives of Marylanders.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
1910 N. Broadway
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
The Behavioral Health Program Manager serves several
important roles that are critical within the agency:
Provides direct oversight of the behavioral health /mental health services provided to children and families involved with the Baltimore City Child Welfare system including Child Protective Services, Family Preservation, and Out of Home Placement.
Develops and manages strategic partnerships with community/governmental agencies that ensure BCDSS direct service programs have the support they need to assist families and children with behavioral health/mental health services.
Provides direct oversight for the MATCH healthcare program for approximately 2500 children in the foster care system in Baltimore City.
Acts as liaison between Internal Verification Agent (2) for the Federal Consent Decree LJ vs Massinga. This position is directly responsible for compliance and reports of exit standards: Measure 75, 79, 82, 83, 93, 94, and 99.
Acts as a member of the Health Care Advisory Board as dictated by the additional commitments outlined in the Federal Consent Decree LJ vs Massinga.
Requires availability via phone or in person for emergency cases 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Monitors 3-multimillion-dollar contracts for the agency related to healthcare and behavioral health services.
Provides supervision and oversight of the mental health navigators (Social Work Therapist).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One year of experience providing customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
One year of experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
- Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
- Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
- Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
- Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
- Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
- Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
If you have any questions about this recruitment ,please contact Baltimore City Department of Social Services at 443-378-4530.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated. This office, with your approval will verify your prior applicable work experience. In order to receive full consideration for time worked, please complete dates of employment in its entirety and identify number of hours worked for each entry.
College transcripts are not required for review of your application and don not need to be forwarded. Please clearly indicate your college degree and majors on your application. If selected for an interview, you may be required to bring and official transcript with you.
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred; however, the paper application may be submitted to Baltimore City Department Of Social Services, Att: Dorothy Dukes, 1910 N. Broadway, MD 21213. The paper application must be received by 5p.m. close of business on the closing date of the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Their previous Maryland State application (MS-100) will not be accepted.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
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We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.