Mental Health Director (County Mental Health Program Specialist 2 (LG)) Northumberland County MH/ID

Are you searching for a role that blends leadership, compassion, and strategic vision to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, adults, and families? Join the Northumberland County Behavioral Health & Intellectual/Developmental Services (BH/IDS) as the Director of our Mental Health Department. If you are passionate about shaping mental health services and leading with purpose, this is a fantastic opportunity to achieve your professional goals and make a lasting difference in our community!

In this advanced administrative position, you will provide supervision to the Mental Health Department staff concerning program planning, interpreting overall departmental objectives, and advising on problems related to the coordination of the Mental Health Program, including emergency services for crisis intervention. This involves reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating mental health program objectives, policies, and operations of organizational segments in the Northumberland County BH/IDS Program; evaluating program effectiveness and recommendations for potential changes in program policies and procedures; and planning, developing, and implementing departmental in-service training and activities for the Mental Health Department.

Communication and collaboration are key as you will serve as our liaison with governmental and private community health and welfare agencies, organizations and facilities; meet with regional program personnel to ensure that BH/IDS Programs are in compliance with all relevant regulations and contractual agreements; coordinate the Mental Health Department operations with other departments within the Human Services Agency; and discuss program operations with staff and review reports and other data on program plans, operations, and achievements for their benefit. Our team will also rely on you to develop grant proposals for funding services outside of the traditional funding streams, authorize and approve funding for services and programs, and assist with budget development and monitoring fiscal expenditures.

Our agency strives to support individuals in their recovery and self-determination by providing key programs and funding to compliment the natural and community supports that are unique to each individual and family. Apply now, take the lead, and join with BH/IDS Administrative staff to ensure, support, and determine the effectiveness of Mental Health services in Northumberland County!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a County Mental Health Program Specialist 1; or
• Three years of professional level experience in the field of mental health; and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.