Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (Ccbhc) Senior Technical Advisor (Wms2/Dbhr)

DESCRIPTION

  
Discover an exciting opportunity as the CCBHC Senior Technical Advisor within DBHR's Adult Services and Involuntary Treatment division. As the state's expert on Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers (CCBHCs), you'll lead initiatives to enhance Behavioral Health and whole person treatment accessibility statewide. Your responsibilities will encompass grant writing, stakeholder engagement, and contract management. This role contributes to the advancement of Washington's Behavioral Health policies with the convenience of remote work options.
 
All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.
 
Division philosophy statement:
The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery values and seeks diversity, equity, and inclusion as integral to the Behavioral Health field. We support, embrace, and celebrate everyone’s uniqueness, promote inclusion, and commit to remove systemic barriers that affect our workforce, our providers, and the people that receive prevention, treatment, and/or recovery support services.
 
About the division:
The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) delivers statewide programmatic support and policy direction for mental health, substance use disorders, and problem gambling prevention, treatment, and recovery. Programs endorse strategies that support healthy lifestyles by promoting recovery and resiliency, reducing stigma, mitigating the effects of problem gambling, preventing misuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, and supporting recovery from substance use for individuals and families.  
 
About the position:
The CCBHC Senior Technical Advisor, situated within the Adult Services and Involuntary Treatment division of DBHR, is pivotal in advancing the state's Behavioral Health treatment objectives. Serving as the foremost authority on Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers (CCBHCs), the Advisor spearheads efforts to educate lawmakers, agency heads, and policy stakeholders on CCBHC implementation strategies and requisite services, while also leading bill analysis pertinent to CCBHC. This role ensures statewide access to comprehensive care services through meticulous oversight of implementation progress, timely report submissions to the legislature, and adherence to key milestones and deadlines.
 
This position is eligible to telework but is frequently required to travel or report on-site to meet business need. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions – both on-site and telework eligible positions – is within the State of Washington. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. HCA may choose, but is not required, to support out-of-state telework on a case-by-case basis.
 
DUTIES
Some of what you will do:
 
As the state agency Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers (CCBHCs), this new position will lead efforts to fund and expand CCBHC services statewide, ensuring solutions have a precedent-setting impact for advocating health equity. Additionally, the position involves managing contracts, including resolving billing issues, and liaising with external contractors.
Tasks include:
 

• Provide expert advice, consultation, and recommendations to executive management, legislators, and stakeholders on complex issues related to CCBHCs.
• Testify at legislative hearings, present research findings, and advocate for CCBHC implementation strategies.
• Oversee and/or approve statewide policy development for CCBHCs, including policy formulation and writing.
• Develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs), oversee contracting, and monitor contracts with research organizations and consultants.
• Initiate and manage CCBHC contracts to meet proviso requirements and balance program budget needs.
• Research and identify potential funding sources, apply for funding opportunities, and oversee research on service gaps and technical assistance.

 
Develop awareness of service gaps and provide technical assistance to Behavioral Health agencies in integrating CCBHC services.
Act as HCA's CCBHC Subject Matter Expert
 

• Interact with state agencies, legislators, and legislative staff, and act as a liaison with statewide partners.
• Analyze legislative bills, provide expertise in drafting CCBHC-related rules, and manage complex report production.
• Represent Washington State's CCBHC implementation team in national meetings and conferences.
• Promote best practices in CCBHC implementation and evaluate treatment data to inform policies.

 
Lead Response to CCBHC Provisos and Federal Grant Applications
 

• Lead efforts in responding to CCBHC-related provisos and federal grant applications, coordinating with DBHR and other HCA departments.
• Distribute bridge funding to CCBHCs and ensure compliance with legislative directives.
• Provide leadership on required reports assigned by the legislature and coordinate with project management support from the Medicaid Programs Division (MPD).

 
QUALIFICATIONS
Required qualifications:
A Master of Behavioral Health, Social Work, or another related field
 
AND
 
5 years of experience in the public Community Behavioral Health system, specifically as a Mental Health Professional in a Community Behavioral Health agency, as well as 5 years of grant writing / grant management experience
 
Required competencies:
 

• Understanding of Washington State's Community Behavioral Health system, including outpatient and inpatient care
• Knowledge of crisis and commitment services, as well as pertinent CFR, RCW, and WAC related to mental health
• Understanding of federal and state Behavioral Health statutes, rules, and regulations, including Medicaid regulations
• Familiarity with systems and coordination of treatment (e.g., MCOs, Behavioral Health Agencies, Dept. of Corrections, DCRs, involuntary treatment, and Developmental Disabilities Administration)
• Understanding of Behavioral Health programs and models of care based on recovery and resilience
• Familiarity with national and local trends in care and practice, including evidence-based and research-based practices
• Knowledge of mental health managed care principles and contract issues related to federal funding, medical necessity, resource management, access, quality improvement, cultural competency, and provider contracting
• Understanding of the protocols and processes of the executive and legislative branches of state and local government
• Knowledge of continuous quality improvement principles
• Familiarity with state contracting and contract compliance regulations
• Understanding of the Washington State Centennial Accord and the Government-to-Government relationship with Tribes
• Experience in the provision and supervision of outpatient Behavioral Health services within Washington's public Behavioral Health system
• Project management skills

Preferred qualifications:
 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders including consumers, advocates, providers, state, and local government officials, and/or legislators and legislative staff in the analysis/development of policies and procedures, WAC, and statute for management of publicly funded mental health services
• Demonstrated competency to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, including publicly funded Behavioral Health advocates and providers, state and local government officials, legislators, or legislative staff

 
 
How to apply: 
Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume 

 
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter. 
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov. 

 
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
About HCA: 
Functioning as both the state's largest health care purchaser and its Behavioral Health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.
 
There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and Behavioral Health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including Behavioral Health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides Behavioral Health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.
  
 What we have to offer:

• Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA 
• A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered HCA's Mission, Vision & Values
• A healthy work/life balance, including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options. 
• A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
• A safe, pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants, and shopping nearby. 
• Tuition reimbursement
• And free parking! 

 
Notes:
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.
 
HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with HCA’s mission. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at HCAjobs@hca.wa.gov. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Lisa Fleming at (360) 725-1723 or lisa.fleming@hca.wa.gov.
 
 
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