PROGRAM MANAGER - CLINICAL SERVICES

The position will be in our SYBH Adult Services and oversee the following programs: Open Access/Urgent Services, HOPE FSP, Intensive Case Management, Supportive Housing Services, PATH, The Latino and Hmong Outreach Centers, as well as other services and provider contracts. We are seeking an employee who is eager to take on the challenge of integrating MH and SUDs treatment and implementing BHSA regulations.

Under direction, plans, organizes and directs a major Sutter-Yuba Behavioral Health outpatient program; provides and oversees psychotherapy, counseling and treatment services to clients with symptoms of mental illness and performs other related duties as required.

Learn about our broad range of services by visiting our website at: Sutter-Yuba Behavioral Health | Sutter County, CA

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill any future opening(s), including Limited-Term, Part-Time and Extra Help, in this class for up to six months.  





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The following duties are normal for this position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other related duties may be required and assigned.

1. Plans, organizes and directs the activities of a major Behavioral Health program. Implements, monitors and evaluates behavioral health services for  clients.
2. Evaluates and coordinates services between programs and provides consultation and liaison with other county agencies and community groups.
3. Reviews relevant laws, regulations and guidelines issued by the state or federal government to assure compliance with these regulations.
4. Supervises, trains and evaluates the work of principle subordinates.
5. Prepares annual estimates of personnel, facilities and equipment needed for preparation of departmental budget.
6. Develops reviews and updates program policies and procedures.
7. Assesses the effectiveness of the programs and makes necessary adjustments after consultation with the Deputy Director of Behavioral Health - Clinical Services and the  Behavioral Health Director.
8. Assures communication with the Medical Director or designee regarding involuntary admission of patients with severe mental health problems.
9. Refers clients to staff psychiatrists, psychologists or therapists as necessary.
10. Plans and implements education programs for families with a member who has a psychiatric disability or for interested community members.
11. Provides outpatient psychotherapy, counseling and treatment services to patients with  behavioral health problems.
12. Evaluates and coordinates services between programs and provides consultation and liaison with other county agencies and community groups.
13. Ensures the accuracy of records pertaining to client admission, progress in therapy, discharge, utilization, peer review or other information.
14. Prepares comprehensive reports related to program operations and activities.
15. Prepares, reviews, and/or generates various correspondence and documentation and processes, forwards, or takes other action as appropriate.
16. Maintains departmental files and records.

Knowledge of:  Principles and practices of psychiatric social work, counseling and psychotherapy; physical and mental illness and their impact upon personality; social aspects of mental and emotional disturbances; principles and practices of management necessary to administer and direct major  behavioral health programs; basic supervision and employee development principles and practices; budget preparation; public relations, community needs, and available community resources as they relate to the position; applicable laws/regulations; basic mathematics; standard office equipment; basic computer applications and techniques as they relate to performance of duties.
 
Ability to:  Plan, organize, and direct major behavioral health programs; coordinate program objectives and policies in a diverse and complex organization; define problem areas and supervise the collection, interpretation and evaluation of data; validate conclusions, define and select alternatives; coordinate and initiate action necessary to implement recommendations; apply clinical skills effectively; direct, control and evaluate a group of subordinate employees and maintain consistency with program objectives and standards; instruct, persuade, negotiate and motivate individuals with diverse backgrounds and interests; establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with clients, the general public and personnel at all organizational levels; work with community-based organizations involved in the care and treatment of behavioral health clients; interpret complex regulations, laws and guidelines; prepare concise, logical oral and written reports and explain policies, procedures and/or recommendations on a wide variety of program issues; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; prepare and maintain accurate records; operate standard office equipment; use a computer, related hardware and software applications in the performance of duties.
 
 
Education and Experience:  Education and experience that would demonstrate the possession of the above knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to meet such qualifications is: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology or related field and two years of post-graduate clinical experience; or Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in social work, counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing or a related field and three years of post-graduate clinical or psychiatric social work experience; or Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree required for a Physician Assistant or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and two years of experience in psychiatry; or,
Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.Essential Duties require the following physical skills and work requirements:
 Requires the ability to maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of exercising sound judgment and rational thinking under varied circumstances; ability to think and act quickly in emergencies; effectively deal with personal danger; requires the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area of the office to another; ability to see; ability to hear and communicate orally; requires sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive  movements, such as typing, data entry or use of other office equipment or supplies; ability to operate a motor vehicle.
 
License or Certificate:  Current license as a Physician Assistant, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or Registered Nurse (RN).  Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's license.

Recruitment Process
The recruitment process for this position includes completing an application and participating in oral interview(s).  Please notify the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date for this position if you believe you have a disability, which would make it difficult to participate in any portion of the recruitment process and would require reasonable accommodation. Sutter County reserves the right to require medical documentation concerning the need for accommodation. Offers of employment are contingent upon investigation of employment history, references, drug testing, medical review/exam and fingerprinting in addition to other appropriate requirements of the position.
 
NOTE: Sutter County utilizes E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of employees to work in the United States.

The County of Sutter is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  Sutter County encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Salary : $100,672 - $135,387