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Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number: 23410810
Department: Health & Human Serv Agcy
Division:Behavioral Health Services
Opening Date: 10/25/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary
The County of San Diego, Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)
is currently recruiting for the position of
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER
This position is eligible for appointment at step 3, $103,792.00 annually.
Future Salary Increases
** July 2024 - 5.80% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 3.05% Market Increase)
Interviews will take place on December 19, 2023.
Job offers will be made shortly after the interviews.
The Health and Human Services Agency is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Behavioral Health Program Manager (BHPM) within Behavioral Health Services (BHS). BHS is seeking to fill multiple BHPM positions with this recruitment, including BHPMs within County Operated Clinics, Case Management, San Diego Psychiatric Hospital, and Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Court. The current vacancies are with Behavioral Health Services; however, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in other departments.
County Operated Clinics & Case management: As a BHPM, you will have primary responsibility for the oversight of a County operated outpatient clinic or a Case Management program, including program operations, designing, implementing, supervising, and managing direct service staff.
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital: The BHPM position at the San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital oversees the Social Work Department which includes Mental Health Case Management Clinicians, Licensed Mental Health Clinicians, and student interns. The position collaborates with county and community-based providers, legal entities, and families. The BHPM often is a hospital representative in varying external meetings around care coordination and delivery of clinical services.
CARE Court: As a BHPM, you will have primary responsibility for the oversight of County operated CARE Court services. Duties include supervision of direct service staff, policy/guideline implementation, clinical consultations, crisis invention, public speaking, staff trainings, and budget reviews. Strong leadership skills a must to promote high level client care while maintaining program integrity. The ideal candidate will assist leadership to meet state CARE Court, MediCal and BHS program expectations as well as develop strong teams and encourage collaboration with community partners.
Please click for a complete job description of Behavioral Health Program Manager, including essential functions, required education and experience, working conditions, etc.
Interviews and Hiring Process
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
Minimum Qualifications
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation Process
Qualified applicants will be placed on a three (3) month eligible list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment applications. Please ensure all information is accurate as the responses you give will be scored using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference PolicyThe County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Click here to see the Management Benefits Summary (MGT)
01
Please indicate if you are currently licensed by the State of California as any of the following:
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If you selected any of the licenses listed in question #1, please provide your current license number in the space below.
If you are not currently licensed by the State of California, indicate "N/A."
03
Do you have a master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a closely related field? If "Yes," please indicate your field of study and attach a copy of your degree, transcripts, or foreign equivalency certification with this application.
04
Do you have three (3) years of full-time post-master's degree experience in a mental Health Program providing case management and/or counseling and crisis intervention to a particular group or program under clinical supervision?
05
Please briefly describe your experience in question #4. If you do not have any experience, please indicate "N/A."
06
Please briefly describe your supervisory and/or management experience overseeing mental or Behavioral Health Program(s). If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Please indicate the areas below in which you have experience. Check all that apply.
08
Please indicate the areas below in which you have experience. Check all that apply.
09
Do you have experience working with the Anasazi/Cerner management information system or other management information systems?
10
Which of the following work arrangements would you consider? Please note that not all job classifications and/or Departments offer teleworking work arrangements. Check all that apply:
11
Where did you hear about this job opportunity?
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If you selected "Other" in question #11, please tell us how you first heard of this job opportunity.
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Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number: 23410810
Department: Health & Human Serv Agcy
Division:Behavioral Health Services
Opening Date: 10/25/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary
The County of San Diego, Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)
is currently recruiting for the position of
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER
This position is eligible for appointment at step 3, $103,792.00 annually.
Future Salary Increases
** July 2024 - 5.80% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 3.05% Market Increase)
Interviews will take place on December 19, 2023.
Job offers will be made shortly after the interviews.
The Health and Human Services Agency is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Behavioral Health Program Manager (BHPM) within Behavioral Health Services (BHS). BHS is seeking to fill multiple BHPM positions with this recruitment, including BHPMs within County Operated Clinics, Case Management, San Diego Psychiatric Hospital, and Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Court. The current vacancies are with Behavioral Health Services; however, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in other departments.
County Operated Clinics & Case management: As a BHPM, you will have primary responsibility for the oversight of a County operated outpatient clinic or a Case Management program, including program operations, designing, implementing, supervising, and managing direct service staff.
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital: The BHPM position at the San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital oversees the Social Work Department which includes Mental Health Case Management Clinicians, Licensed Mental Health Clinicians, and student interns. The position collaborates with county and community-based providers, legal entities, and families. The BHPM often is a hospital representative in varying external meetings around care coordination and delivery of clinical services.
CARE Court: As a BHPM, you will have primary responsibility for the oversight of County operated CARE Court services. Duties include supervision of direct service staff, policy/guideline implementation, clinical consultations, crisis invention, public speaking, staff trainings, and budget reviews. Strong leadership skills a must to promote high level client care while maintaining program integrity. The ideal candidate will assist leadership to meet state CARE Court, MediCal and BHS program expectations as well as develop strong teams and encourage collaboration with community partners.
Please click for a complete job description of Behavioral Health Program Manager, including essential functions, required education and experience, working conditions, etc.
Interviews and Hiring Process
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
- Job Offer and Background Process begins shortly after the interview phase.
- Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
- Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
Minimum Qualifications
- A current license by the State of California to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Psychologist, or Psychiatrist; AND,
- A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in psychology, counseling, social work, or a closely related field; AND,
- Three (3) years of full-time post-master's degree experience in a mental Health Program providing case management and/or counseling, and crisis intervention to a particular group or program under clinical supervision.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation Process
Qualified applicants will be placed on a three (3) month eligible list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment applications. Please ensure all information is accurate as the responses you give will be scored using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference PolicyThe County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Click here to see the Management Benefits Summary (MGT)
01
Please indicate if you are currently licensed by the State of California as any of the following:
- Psychiatrist
- Psychologist
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- Marriage and Family Therapist
- I am not currently licensed by the State of CA in any of the licenses listed above.
02
If you selected any of the licenses listed in question #1, please provide your current license number in the space below.
If you are not currently licensed by the State of California, indicate "N/A."
03
Do you have a master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a closely related field? If "Yes," please indicate your field of study and attach a copy of your degree, transcripts, or foreign equivalency certification with this application.
- Psychology
- Counseling
- Social Work
- Other closely related field
- I have a master's degree, but in a different field of study
- I do not have a master's degree
04
Do you have three (3) years of full-time post-master's degree experience in a mental Health Program providing case management and/or counseling and crisis intervention to a particular group or program under clinical supervision?
- Yes
- No
05
Please briefly describe your experience in question #4. If you do not have any experience, please indicate "N/A."
06
Please briefly describe your supervisory and/or management experience overseeing mental or Behavioral Health Program(s). If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
07
Please indicate the areas below in which you have experience. Check all that apply.
- Management of a department or unit
- Supervise, train, review, and evaluate the work of professional and para-professional employees.
- Review cases and client evaluations with assigned staff and provide direction and guidance.
- Conduct needs assessments, define and address training issues, and set goals for programs.
- Conduct meetings with staff to review and discuss client cases, develop treatment plans, and assign projects.
- Interact with quality control staff to ensure treatment plans and programs for clients are appropriate and up-to-date.
- Implement psychosocial rehabilitation/recovery services.
- Develop, implement, and train to new procedures to support system enhancements.
- None of the above.
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Please indicate the areas below in which you have experience. Check all that apply.
- Coordinate activities with governmental or private agencies that provide services to Behavioral Health clients.
- Coordinate assigned program services with care coordinators and staff from other programs.
- Provide resource information, education, and consultation to representatives of clinic programs, outside agencies, community groups, or the general public.
- Participate on task forces or committees with other Behavioral Health professionals to resolve problems and to ensure continuity of services.
- Evaluate Behavioral Health Programs to determine if the quality of services is meeting goals and objectives.
- None of the above.
09
Do you have experience working with the Anasazi/Cerner management information system or other management information systems?
- Yes
- No
10
Which of the following work arrangements would you consider? Please note that not all job classifications and/or Departments offer teleworking work arrangements. Check all that apply:
- In Office
- Teleworking
- Hybrid (combination of teleworking and in office)
11
Where did you hear about this job opportunity?
- San Diego County website
- Governmentjobs.com
- Family, Neighbors, Friends
- County Employee Resources Group
- College/University Career Site/Handshake
- County Social Media
- Indeed.com
- Voice and Viewpoint
- Other
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If you selected "Other" in question #11, please tell us how you first heard of this job opportunity.
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