Collaborative and Mental Health Task Force Lead

COMPANY SUMMARY: 

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is the community leader in delivering exceptional, responsive and consumer focused behavioral health services. In 1964, we were established by a dedicated group of concerned citizens and government officials of Houston, Wabasha, and Winona counties. In 1965, we opened our first clinic in Winona.  Today we provide services in Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Goodhue and Fillmore counties.   

At Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, we know the importance of work/ life balance.  We allow flexibility in staff members' scheduling to meet this need.  We pride ourselves on helping our employees grow and develop within the agency by hiring internally within our organization, when possible.  For staff members that need Clinical Supervision to pursue licensing, we offer this education training at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center for free. HVMHC is committed to enhancing diversity within our team. We strive to foster inclusive work and service environments to support team members and clients with various lived experiences and comprehensive and consumer focused behavioral health services.  

TITLE: Collaborative and Mental Health Task Force Lead 

PROGRAM:  NA 

JOB SUMMARY:  

Under direction of the Wabasha County Family Services Collaborative Governing Board, the purpose of this position is to coordinate various mental health activities of the Wabasha County Integrated Children’s Mental Health/Family Services Collaborative and Mental Health Task Force.  This position will facilitate community initiatives, such as ACE’s trainings and integrated mental health services within the school district and throughout the county. This position will assist in the administration of the Family Services Collaborative, the Mental Health Task Force and will seek and apply for grants to further mental health programming efforts.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

• Ensure compliance with the Family Services Collaborative Governance Agreement to align with applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations.  

• Schedule, plan, and facilitate the Wabasha County Family Services Collaborative Governing Board meetings and Mental Health Task Force meetings. This includes all administrative tasks related to board and committee management.  

• Manage all aspects of the Local Collaborative Time Study, including revenue generation, audits, and time study participant training. LCTS operations include maintaining a list of LCTS participants, soliciting potential participants from county Social Services, distributing participants to collaborative partners, and providing technical training and support to LCTS participants.  

• Organize special events and training related to service and support for children, youth, and their parents/guardians and ensure implementation of action items from the Mental Health Task Force and Community Health Needs Assessment. 

• Research, analyze, and select evidenced-based mental health programs and trainings, i.e. ACEs training, for implementation in community agencies and schools. Effectively advocate for the use of collaborative funds to cover costs of approved trainings.  

• Advocate for, develop, support, and identify options for improving service delivery and system functioning across county, school district, and community provider systems.  

• Demonstrate a commitment to support cultural diversity county wide, and actively supports the county’s diversity initiatives, and works to address the needs of diverse and underserved communities.  

• Research, develop and write proposals to sustain funding for Family Services Collaborative coordinator position and to further the efforts of the Family Services Collaborative.  

• Work closely with Family Services Governing Board and Mental Health Task Force to further the mission, vision, and values of the Family Services Collaborative and Mental Health Task Force. 

• Develop partnerships and foster positive relationships with superintendent, community education directors, principals, school staff, parents, youth, Public Health, Social Services, and mental health agencies in the development and implementation of policies relating to children’s mental health. Promote consistent practice among agencies when responding to children’s mental health needs.  

• In collaboration with the Wabasha County Social Services Manager and Fiscal Supervisor, gather year end annual reports from collaborative partners and submit annual collaborative report to the Department of Human Services.   

• Promote Family Services Collaborative Board and Mental Health Task Force engagement in critical thinking, strategic planning, resource/financial development, and membership development. 

• Demonstrate self-motivation and independence to establish major goals and objectives for the collaborative.  

• Remain well-informed of collaborative program rules and regulations, current collaborative trends, resources, and potential partnerships with other agencies.  

• Demonstrate a willingness to coordinate with and learn from other collaboratives throughout the state. 

• Monitor and evaluate collaborative and task force program’s success, develop a quality control process to ensure quality standards, create processes to deliver quality, review results, obtain feedback, make recommendations for changes as necessary. 

• Promote and educate community stakeholders on the prevalence and resources surrounding behavioral health topics.  

• Provide a single point of contact for resources to help coordinate services for adults living with mental illness for external stakeholders in the Wabasha County Community. This includes, but is not limited to corrections, law enforcement, and hospital staff.  

• Provide monthly report on outcomes and agreed upon activities to Wabasha County Social Services Manager.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION:  Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch, twist, bend, reach overhead, maneuver stairs and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities. Must be able to move around the office on a daily basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must communicate with others and exchange information. This is primarily a sedentary position (standing and/or sitting). Employee regularly operates a computer and other office equipment on a daily basis. Occasional bending and lifting of office materials up to 30 lbs.  

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Perform other duties as assigned by Deputy Director.    

EQUIPMENT USED:  Computer, telephone/cell phone, office equipment, vehicle 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor's Degree in public health, community planning, social work, psychology, sociology, human services or closely related field.  

• Knowledge of or experience working in mental health; two years’ experience preferred. 

• Must have a valid driver’s license. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence and discrimination. Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints. The core values we live by include integrity, respect, people and  community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship. All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke/drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature.  

BENEFIT SUMMARY: 

• Paid Leave Time starts accruing at 4.46 hours per paycheck, with 16 hours available on hire date (pro-rated for non-FT employees). 

• Up to 10 days of paid jury duty leave.  

• Up to $2,000 Tuition investment and up to $1,500 continuing education funds available.  

• Up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave.  

• 20% YMCA membership discount OR $50 fitness reimbursement (per year).  

• 8 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year (pro-rated for 20–39 hour employees).  

•  1 paid personal day per year.  

• Medical, dental and vision insurance is available for 30–40-hour employees. Dental insurance is free for employees only.  

• Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance is free for 30–40 hour employees.  

• 403b retirement account with employer contribution of 50% match up to 6%. 

EEO- We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. 

Completion of and passing the background check is required and a part of the application process, if a job offer is extended to an applicant. Completion of the mental health practitioner verification form and/or professional conduct inquiry form will also be a part of the application process if applicable to the position. 

Salary : $23 - $31