What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Supervisor position at Harris County?
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About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Position Overview:
The Behavioral Health Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Behavioral Health Program and facilitation of services in the Harris County jurisdiction. This program intends to expand access to comprehensive mental health resource navigation through a systematic approach of care coordination of mental health services to the general population, including individuals navigating the challenges of pregnancy and parenthood from pre-conception to postpartum periods. Responsibilities including building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, delivery of exceptional client-focused services, and managing key performance indicators.
Duties & Responsibilities:
About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Position Overview:
The Behavioral Health Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Behavioral Health Program and facilitation of services in the Harris County jurisdiction. This program intends to expand access to comprehensive mental health resource navigation through a systematic approach of care coordination of mental health services to the general population, including individuals navigating the challenges of pregnancy and parenthood from pre-conception to postpartum periods. Responsibilities including building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, delivery of exceptional client-focused services, and managing key performance indicators.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversees daily operations of the Behavioral Health Program to ensure services are delivered effectively and efficiently.
- Provides ongoing support, mentorship, and evaluation to assigned staff, ensuring high performance and adherence to program goals.
- Assess client's needs by completing and reviewing biopsychosocial assessments and/or treatment plans to address physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of high-risk clients through the delivery of individual and group therapy services.
- Manages monthly, quarterly, and annual program reports maintaining documentation and program's metrics.
- Fosters relationships with participants, community partners and stakeholders to build rapport and collaborative relationships.
- Ensures the program's goals, deadlines, and performance standards are met.
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Education:
- Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Health Education, or related field
- Valid TX Driver’s License (upon hire)
Experience:
- One (1) year supervisory experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Maintain necessary licensure and certifications required to practice in the State of Texas.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
- Ability to work well with public and staff members
Core Competencies:
Organizational Leadership
Organizational Leadership
- Understands the organizational mission
- Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
- Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others
Collaboration
- Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
- Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
- Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs
Innovation
- Ability to adapt to change
Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics
- Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
- Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
- Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
- Uses sound judgment
- Self-motivated
- Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity
Communication
- Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.Education:
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Family and Marriage Therapist (LMFT), or Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) prefer
- Three (3) years of experience in mental health services may be accepted in place of an LMSW.
- Full-Time | Regular
- Monday through Friday, from 8am to 5 pm.
- Must be willing to flex work hours when required, including weekends.
- Able to travel within Harris County as needed.
Work Environment:
- This job will operate in a community clinic setting located at CE King Middle School collaborating with Sheldon community partners.
- This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Physical Demands:
- This is a largely sedentary role; however, some duties would require the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.
Location:
- Reporting Location: 1111 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $69,618