What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Community Outreach Programs position at Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care?
Director of Community Outreach Programs
SIGNING BONUS $5000
Valley Cities vision is to set the standard for behavioral healthcare through our commitment to inclusion, pursuing excellence, and fostering innovation. We aspire to be the beacon of hope, offering access to care and aiming to be the employer of choice committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Our mission is to empower and enrich our communities through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment, one individual at a time.
Why Choose Us:
At Valley Cities Behavioral Health, we believe in nurturing the potential of every member of our team. Our caring, professional staff is Valley Cities’ most important asset – the very heart and center of who we are. Every day, we strive to ensure that your experience working at Valley Cities reflects the importance of your role as we carry out our mission. As a Director of Community Outreach Programs at VC, you'll embark on an exciting journey with us, laying the foundation for a rewarding career. As an FT team member, you'll unlock a world of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.
Our mission is to empower and enrich our communities through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment, one individual at a time.
Why Choose Us:
At Valley Cities Behavioral Health, we believe in nurturing the potential of every member of our team. Our caring, professional staff is Valley Cities’ most important asset – the very heart and center of who we are. Every day, we strive to ensure that your experience working at Valley Cities reflects the importance of your role as we carry out our mission. As a Director of Community Outreach Programs at VC, you'll embark on an exciting journey with us, laying the foundation for a rewarding career. As an FT team member, you'll unlock a world of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.
Core Values:
Valley Cities upholds core values that guide our approach to care:
Dignity and respect for all individuals
Advocacy for health and wellness principles
Prioritization of integrity and excellence
Recognition of the importance of mental health in overall well-being
Valley Cities upholds core values that guide our approach to care:
Dignity and respect for all individuals
Advocacy for health and wellness principles
Prioritization of integrity and excellence
Recognition of the importance of mental health in overall well-being
Location: Seattle, WA
Signing Bonus: $5000
Signing Bonus: $5000
Job Summary:
Functions as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of the Chief Operations Officer. The Director of Community Outreach Programs is responsible for the delivery of services in all of VC’s community outreach programs This position also has oversight of the agency’s daytime and after hours crisis outreach and diversion functions, and transitions of care within the agency The intent of the care model is to facilitate transitions and linkages to ensure optimal health outcomes and seamless care along the healthcare continuum in a variety of specialized programs providing outreach services in the community to meet clients where they are at. The Director should have knowledge of chronic care management, hospital systems, managed care, health home, crisis and diversion, care transitions, and fully integrated managed care systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Functions as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of the Chief Operations Officer. The Director of Community Outreach Programs is responsible for the delivery of services in all of VC’s community outreach programs This position also has oversight of the agency’s daytime and after hours crisis outreach and diversion functions, and transitions of care within the agency The intent of the care model is to facilitate transitions and linkages to ensure optimal health outcomes and seamless care along the healthcare continuum in a variety of specialized programs providing outreach services in the community to meet clients where they are at. The Director should have knowledge of chronic care management, hospital systems, managed care, health home, crisis and diversion, care transitions, and fully integrated managed care systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Management/Administrative Responsibilities
- Supports the Managers who oversee After Hours Crisis, Daytime Crisis, Care Transitions, New Journeys, Mobile Van Clinic, Veterans Services, WISE /Wraparound, Employment Services, Assisted Outpatient Treatment, and the Prevention and Community Support Program.
- Responsible for the general leadership and staff development of the assigned programs to accomplish and support VC’s missions, goals and objectives.
- Institutes and maintains an organizational vision and environment that emphasizes teamwork, trust, professionalism, efficiency, and customer service
Financial Responsibilities:
- Prepares an annual budget for the Chief Financial Officer’s review and approval that follows and supports the mission and strategic plan of VC
- Uses cost benefit analysis as a tool for decision making
- Submits data to help prepare VC’s financial reports
Human Resources Responsibilities:
- Effectively manages employee conflicts, and builds and maintains a sense of teamwork among staff members
- Recruits and selects staff in consultation with site team, medical director, behavioral health directors, HR, and/or other clinical services directors
- Places high value on cultural competency and ensures that hiring reflects community demographics
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
- Master’s degree in behavioral sciences or human Services field.
- Washington state licensure as a LMHC or LICSW or LMFT required.
- Mental Health Professional required.
- Demonstrates a clear understanding of the principles of recovery and value of peer support
- Training in utilization management, care transitions across the continuum of health systems
- Knowledge of chronic care management, hospital systems, managed care, health home, crisis and diversion strategies
- Ability to learn Fully Integrated Managed Care and Washington State Medicaid Transformation initiatives
Experience:
- Demonstrate progressive responsibility and significant experience in business administration, particularly management of financial systems and human resources.
- Minimum five years supervisory experience.
- Minimum five years of experience in a health or human services field.
- Can illustrate documented, service-oriented experience that includes successful contacts with political representatives, community and business leaders, contributors, and public at large.
- Proven success in written communications.
- Grant writing skills desirable but not required.
Other:
- Pass required background checks/fingerprint check
- Dependable transportation
Schedule:
For the Director of Community Outreach Programs at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the schedule is dynamic and provides opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.
We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
