Date Posted:

December 23, 2024

Salary:

$176,114 – 235,934 / Annually

Description:

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to lead this exciting division and have a positive impact on thousands of lives in our community! This executive management position oversees Medi-Cal specialty mental health and substance use disorder, and behavioral health crisis services provided to the community, 300 full-time employees with an annual budget in excess of $180 million. This position is responsible for the oversight of the Medi-Cal systems of care for both Specialty Mental Health and Drug Medi-Cal Health Plans, including ensuring network adequacy, maintaining relationships with contractors, growing services to meet community needs, and sustaining high-quality services. The position reports to the Health Services Agency Director and works extensively with key stakeholders in mental health and substance use disorders on community planning and service delivery.

Qualifications:

In accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 9, Division 1, Chapter 3, Article 8, Section 620 the local Director of Mental Health Services shall be one of the following: PLEASE SEE LIST ON COUNTY WEBSITE OF JOB REQUIREMENTS.

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring an application and supplemental questionnaire to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. For information, please call the Personnel Department at (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date.

Filing Deadline:

1/17/2025