Associate Director of Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
Stanislaus County
Date Posted:
March 17, 2025
Salary:
$123,364 – $185,057 Annually
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is committed to behavioral health principles that are responsive to both mental health services and substance use disorders. Our scope of services includes, but is not limited to, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services, substance use disorder services, behavioral education and prevention, public guardian functions and advocacy. We offer these services throughout Stanislaus County at Behavioral Health & Recovery services managed sites and partner with community agencies, as well as other County departments.
THE POSITION
The Associate Director position has significant responsibility for oversight of County wide behavioral health programs. In conjunction with the Behavioral Health Director, the incumbent is responsible for formulating policy, developing goals and objectives, assisting with federal and state compliance oversight, and supervising senior management staff, including the Assistant Director of Clinical Operations and Assistant Director of Fiscal and Administrative Services/Chief Fiscal Officer. This position is distinguished from the Behavioral Health Director in that the latter is a Department Head with responsibility for overall policy development, program planning, fiscal management and operation of the department.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate must have a vision for the future of the Department that includes strong community engagement values, with an expertise and knowledge of behavioral health treatment systems of care, and proven experience in the management of the operations and activities of a complex multifaceted department, including State of California Medi-Cal Behavioral Health Plan. It is essential that the Associate Director be a proven leader with a strong customer service orientation and excellent communication and interpersonal skills including multi-cultural skills, knowledge, and experience in the provision of treatment services for individuals with serious behavioral health illnesses. The new Associate Director will need to support the Vision, Mission and Values of the organization as well as the Behavioral Health Director. This will require the ability to be dynamic, open to new ideas, and someone who can offer practical solutions to challenges ahead in concert with the Senior Leadership Team.
TYPICAL TASKS
- Support the Behavioral Health Director in strategic planning and coordination of departmental behavioral health systems of care;
- Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures related to behavioral health services;
- Develop, negotiate, and manage grant and contract activities, including fiscal oversight;
- Negotiate and manage fiscal rates and budgets with behavioral health contract providers;
- Represent the Department with federal, state, and local funding and licensing agencies;
- Collaborate with County departments, external agencies, and community organizations to address behavioral health needs and develop programs;
- Collaborate with the Behavioral Health Director and leadership staff in the planning and implementation of Department-wide programs and services;
- Promote the Department and County’s Vision, Mission, and Values in all aspects of work;
- Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and performance evaluation to senior management and program managers; Oversee the implementation of departmental quality improvement and customer satisfaction initiatives, including data analysis and reporting;
- Assist in the recruitment, selection, onboarding, and professional development of assigned staff;
- Consult with the Human Resources Manager and provide recommendations on personnel matters, including disciplinary actions;
- Develop and implement performance measurement standards and methods for behavioral health and administrative programs, services, and analyze program outcomes;
- Represent the Department and County at state, local, and regional meetings; participate in community groups and interagency committees; and provide community outreach; Evaluate behavioral health services and operations to align with policies, performance measures, and strategic plans; Utilize current management theories and approaches, such as quality improvement, strategic planning, and performance measurement, to enhance the effectiveness of programs and systems of care
- Ensure compliance with 42 C.F.R., HIPAA, Title 9, and WIC 5328 by implementing policies and procedures that support the delivery of integrated behavioral healthcare; and Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Behavioral Health Systems
- Building Effective Teams Communication
- Conflict Management
- Contract Development
- Customer Orientation
- Effective Decision Making Performance Development & Coaching Ethics & Integrity
- Financial Resource Management Managing Vision & Purpose
- Mental Health Compliance
- Legislative & Fiscal Managment Regulatory Laws
- Strategic Management & Planning
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- A California Licensed Physician with two (2) years of experience in psychiatry, of which one (1) year is administrative; OR
- A California Licensed Psychologist with a Doctorate degree in Psychology and at least three (3) years of clinical psychology experience, of which two (2) years are administrative; OR
- A California Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work and at least five (5) years mental health experience, of which two (2) years are administrative; OR
- A Licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist with a Master’s degree in an approved behavioral science course of study and at least five (5) years of mental health experience, of which two (2) years are administrative (A licensed Marriage, Family and Child Counselor will have received specific instruction, or its equivalent, as required for licensure on January 1, 1981); OR
- A California Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling and at least five (5) years mental health experience, of which two (2) years are administrative; OR
- A California Licensed Nurse with a Master’s degree in Psychiatric or Public Health Nursing, with at least five (5) years mental health experience, of which two (2) are administrative.
How To Apply:
Closing Date:
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
