Deputy Branch Director - Children's Behavioral Health

Salary: $51.03 - $65.49 Hourly
Location : Eureka, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 23-00415
Department: Department of Health and Human Services
Division: 424 - Mental Health
Opening Date: 01/01/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
DEFINITION
Deputy Branch Director - Children'sBehavioral Health
Department of Health & Human Services
**For first consideration, please apply by Monday, January 15, 2024.**
Are you interested in making a difference? If so, please consider joining our dedicated team at the Department of Health and Human Services! The Behavioral Health Branch is undergoing culture change and prioritizing equity work. The incumbent will need to be able to promote and embed branch values related to racial and cultural equity. Further, the intention of the branch is to inspire leadership development and support staff to engage in relationships that are authentic, caring, respectful and inclusive so as to be responsive to the needs of the staff and the community served. The incumbent will need to be committed to doing this work.
What You'll Do:
This position is responsible for the oversight of all Children's Behavioral Health programs and services, direct supervision and evaluation of staff, building and maintaining strong relationships with community and service partners, strengthening the system of care for children and families, development and management of budget and contracts.
Where You'll Do It:
This position is located at the Humboldt Plaza, 2440 6th St. Eureka, CA, 95501.
A typical schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm and flexibility is needed.
This is a continuous recruitment and Human Resources reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time.
DEFINITION
Under direction, oversees the development and implementation of policies and procedures for multiple organizational components of a branch of the Department of Health and Human Services. Performs complex administrative, specialized mental health, social services or public health programs, budgetary, systems, statistical, and other management analyses; serves as the Branch Director in the Branch Director's absence; performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a branch level management class in the Department of Health and Human Services with responsibility for providing overall administration of program or administrative divisions. In accordance with state and federal regulations, incumbents assume an active leadership role in program and administrative planning, development and implementation, and provide direct supervision of division managers and other personnel. This class is distinguished from the Branch Director in that the latter has overall management responsibility for all branch programs, activities, facilities and operations.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Plans, develops, organizes, and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for a variety of projects and/or programs of the branch.
• Selects or directs the selection and supervision of assigned department staff; provides for staff training and professional development; reviews and evaluates the work of staff directly and through subordinate supervisors.
• Develops and implements management systems, procedures and standards for program monitoring and evaluation.
• Participates in the preparation and administration of unit, program and branch budgets; monitors expenditures and recommends revisions and adjustments as appropriate.
• Identifies problems, determines analytical approach, obtains and analyzes necessary information; provides technical assistance to others on administrative, programmatic and analytical matters.
• Evaluates alternative courses of action and initiates, develops, and implements new and effective ways for delivering services, increasing productivity and organizing operations.
• Participates in the development and ongoing integration of department functions and activities; provides input to enhance and maintain integration of services.
• Receives and oversees branch responses to community complaints; researches or directs the research of complaint; ensures proper action is taken to resolve complaint or assure community member of appropriateness of action.
• Prepares program and other status reports for Branch Director; makes recommendations for policy, procedural development and planning activities.
• Plans, researches, and evaluates systems and operations for maximization of resources, including grants, contracts, staffing, facilities, equipment, and materials.
• Conducts or directs organizational studies and reviews and implements changes and procedural modifications to promote efficient operations.
• Directs and participates in the preparation and review of financial and other reports and studies for department and County management and other agencies.
• Coordinates planning for proposed projects, provides information to various groups, and responds to expressed concerns.
• Assists in the development of provider sub-contracts; reviews time-frames; monitors activities and provides technical assistance to ensure compliance.
• Represents the County and the branch at meetings with representatives of governmental agencies, professional and business organizations and the public; participates on a variety of interagency committees; consults with community groups on branch services and activities.
• Coordinates the work between branch units, programs, divisions and outside agencies and individuals promoting inter-program collaboration; conducts staff meetings.
• Represents the branch to the Board of Supervisors and acts as liaison between the branch and other governmental agencies, news media and the public; makes presentations to the Board of Supervisors.
• Counsels employees and effectively recommends disciplinary action and other personnel decisions.
• Ensures adherence to laws, regulations, policies, procedures, codes and guidelines, and provides technical assistance to staff.
• Demonstrates and models leadership in program development and implementation, service delivery, program monitoring and change management.
• Serves as the Director in Director's absence and acts for the Director as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of budget development and administration, goal setting, organizational planning,program development, implementation and evaluation.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations governing branch programs and services.
• Principles and practices of supervision and personnel management.
• Interpersonal communication, team-building practices and conflict resolution.
• Practices and techniques of employee motivation and development.
• Principles of preparing grant applications and proposals, grant administration and monitoring.
• Principles and practices of public funding, budget preparation, fiscal management and governmental accounting.
• Community needs and resources; principles and practices of conducting needs assessment public relations.
• Principles and practices of computer applications related to the work.

Skill in:

• Analyzing complex and sensitive administrative, budgetary,operational, economic, political and organizational problems; developing creative and innovative solutions and reaching sound, rational and timely decisions; recommending or adopting effective courses of action.
• Developing and implementing mission, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and internal controls.
• Collecting, evaluating and interpreting information and data; either in statistical or narrative form.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Selecting, motivating and evaluating staff and providing for training and professional development; build and support teamwork.
• Making effective public presentations.
• Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, codes,policies and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate records and files.
• Coordinating multiple projects and meeting critical deadlines.
• Maintaining effective internal communications within the branch and the department.
• Exercising creative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with community organizations,government agencies, County Board of Supervisors, media and others contacted in the course of work.

Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid California driver's license.
Desirable Education and Experience:
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined
above is:
Equivalent to possession of a master's degree in public administration or a closely related field, and five years of full-time administrative experience in a human services or related position that requires the ability to evaluate, administer and control varied and complex programs involving large expenditures of funds. For some assignments possession of an appropriate license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist and five years of post-licensure experience is desirable.
WORKING CONDITIONS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Frequently Asked Questions

• How long does it take to fill out the application?

You should allow 30 - 45 minutes to fill out your application.

• Can I change my application after submitting it?

You may only submit one application per day. You may submit an edited application after waiting at least one day from your initial submission.

• How long until I hear back from you?

You can expect to hear back from Humboldt County Human Resources about 3-4 weeks after the closing date listed on the job posting.

• Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview?

Yes, you will be informed if you are not selected for an interview.
County of Humboldt's Commitment to DEI
Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC, Disabled Persons, Veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members,) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the position. In recognition of these structural and systemic factors, the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways - oftentimes, outside of formal institutions - and strives to take a holistic approach to in assessing an applicant's qualifications for a position. So, if you're excited about this role but your past work experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.
How to Apply
A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applications may only be submitted online through the County's automated application system at no later than the final filing date listed on the job flyer. All applications are screened by subject matter experts. The most qualified candidates may then be invited for further testing.
It is important that your application, not just your resume, show all the relevant experience and education you possess.
Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process. Your performance in this examination will be compared with the performance of others who take the test. All candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible. Scores will be provided in writing only.
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This is about the retirement benefits we offer. You've probably heard that we have a great retirement plan. Basically, you fall into a Tier based on the date you first start working for the County or any other governmental employer that uses CalPERS for retirement. If this is your first job in government, then you'll be in Tier III. 2.0 means that for every year you work for the County, you will receive 2% of your final annual pay rate for every year that you work for us if you work the required minimum number of years (that's called vesting) and retire after the age following the @. So, if you work 20 years and retire at 64 years of age, you will receive 20 x 2% or 40% of your final annual pay rate every year in retirement.
CalPERS Retirement Program
The County participates in the CalPERS retirement system, with both the County and the employee making contributions toward the employee's retirement.

• Tier I: Prior to 7/5/2012: 2.7 @ 55
• Tier II: Post 7/6/2012: 2.0 @ 55
• Tier III: Post 1/1/2013: 2.0 @ 62

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