Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa, CA, United States
Position Information Further your career by considering this unique opportunity to be part of the Behavioral Health Division's Management Team and advance the behavioral health care system for the County of Sonoma. Starting salary up to $61.57/hour ($128,503/year), a cash allowance of $600/month, and a competitive total compensation package!* The Department of Health Services (DHS) is seeking qualified candidates with strong analytical ability, excellent leadership qualities, and advanced knowledge of behavioral health systems to fill two full-time positions in the Youth and Family and Adult Services sections. Adult and Youth Services Section Managers have management responsibility for programs that promote mental health recovery and wellness through treatment, advocacy and education especially as it relates to high risk adults, youth and families. Responsibilities for these positions include: Organizing, planning and supervising all programs and services provided by the section Ensuring efficient operation of the section Monitoring programs and services through data collection Developing, interpreting, and applying policies and procedures for the program areas Participating in administrative and planning meetings with the Division Director. Supervising and directing program managers and other multi-disciplinary staff providing behavioral health services in their assigned programs Negotiating and monitoring contracts for mental health services Acting as a consultant to the Behavioral Health Director, other sections, and other organizations on matters related to services in the assigned section Providing training to departmental staff in related program areas Working with community collaborative partners, including the Sonoma County Office of Education, the Human Services Department, and the Probation Department to plan and implement behavioral health services to shared clients These two Section Manager positions sit on the DHS-Behavioral Health Division Management Team (DMT), along with the Behavioral Health Director, Behavioral Health Medical Director, Substance Use Disorder Section Manager, Acute and Forensic Services Section Manager, Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Section Manager, and the Division's Administrative Services Officer II. Section Managers may provide coverage for the Behavioral Health Division Director during vacations and/or absences. The ideal candidates for these positions will possess the following: Experience in, and knowledge of, the California public mental health and substance use disorder service systems. Supervisory and/or administrative experience in the Behavioral Health system Experience managing complex personnel matters and supervising staff. as well as the ability to motivate and lead professional and non-professional staff The ability to analyze complex systems/issues and make policy recommendations to Division Director Experience developing and managing contract relationships with community agencies Excellent written and verbal communication skills Budget management experience An advanced understanding of the Behavioral Health systems of care, trends, and practices that may impact the work of division employees and consumers including the implementation of the Affordable Care Act Knowledge, background and expertise in issues of race, equity, and social justice in behavioral health and health systems and services. A proven track record of managing simultaneous, complex projects What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to excellent benefits* including: An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance up to $1,700 and ongoing education/training opportunities Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year Significant portion of health care premiums paid by the County and access to several health plan options County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement fully integrated with Social Security May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range The Department of Health Services (DHS) DHS is one of the County's largest and most complex departments. DHS consists of the Administration, Behavioral Health, and Public Health Divisions which are driven by their mission to promote, protect, and ensure access to services that support the health, recovery, and well-being of all in Sonoma County. The following ideas are the basis for how DHS operates and delivers services: Excellence - Strive to create a culture of learning, innovation, and data-driven practices in order to guide internal operations, improve performance, and build staff expertise Collaboration - Engage and work collaboratively with partners, communities, and staff to maximize its impact across the County Equity - Work to reduce disparities and ensure fairness, compassion, and social justice For further information regarding the department, its programs, services, and partnerships, please visit the DHS website . *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. This recruitment is being conducted to fill two positions in DHS. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education, Experience and License: In accordance with California Code of Regulations, the minimum qualifications are acquired through one of the following options: Possession of a valid license as a psychologist in California or be registered with the Board of Psychology as a Psychology Assistant and obtain a license within two years of the date of hire, unless continuously employed in the same class in the same program or facility as of January 1, 1979; and shall have two years post-doctoral experience in a mental health setting. Unlicensed candidates must also be able to obtain a waiver from the California Department of Mental Health until licensed. (OR) Possession of a valid California license as a clinical social worker or possess a master's degree from an accredited school of social work and be registered as a Clinical Social Work Associate by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences and become licensed within three years from the date of hire, unless continuously employed in the same class in the same program or facility as of January 1, 1979; and shall have at least two years post-masters experience in a mental health setting. (OR) Possession of a valid California license to practice as a registered nurse and possess a Master's degree in psychiatric or public health nursing, or possess a Nurse Practitioner certificate; and shall have two years of nursing experience in a mental health setting. Additional post-baccalaureate nursing experience in a mental health setting may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the educational requirement. (OR) Possession of a valid California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist or is registered as an MFT Intern with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and become licensed within three years from the date of hire; and shall have two years of post master's degree experience in a mental health setting. Additional Experience: Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities listed, including a minimum of three years of post-graduate clinical and/or administrative experience in a comprehensive public health program, two years of which should be in a supervisory or management capacity. (Experience listed above may be utilized to fill this requirement as appropriate.) License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable Knowledge of: principles and theories of providing community mental health services; mental health administration and organization; principles, techniques and trends of mental health; techniques and procedures used in general and professional mental health therapeutic or rehabilitative treatment; principles and methods of crisis interventions; particular therapeutic strategies used by public programs for the target populations; knowledge of alcohol and other drug rehabilitation and prevention; social, cultural and community dynamics related to mental health; principles and practices of supervision and employee development; principles and theories of medical practice in relevant specialty areas; principles of mental health education, community organization, community relations, and political processes; and activities of public and private health and welfare agencies. Ability to: direct a complex program of mental health services; plan, organize and supervise professional and other personnel engaged in psychiatric treatment and services; anticipate fiscal needs, monitor expenditures, and increase cost-effectiveness in program operations; provide professional consultation and program leadership; teach and participate in training; build and maintain cooperative working relationships; develop and support community networks and systems of care to establish needed services; develop and evaluate creative approaches to the assessment and treatment of mental health problems; secure the cooperation of professional and lay groups and governmental bodies; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; and speak and write effectively. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all your employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and should be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses which state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) may be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer are contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted on-line at: www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. Please view the County's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for further information. HR Analyst: DPHR Technician: KC
Position Information Further your career by considering this unique opportunity to be part of the Behavioral Health Division's Management Team and advance the behavioral health care system for the County of Sonoma. Starting salary up to $61.57/hour ($128,503/year), a cash allowance of $600/month, and a competitive total compensation package!* The Department of Health Services (DHS) is seeking qualified candidates with strong analytical ability, excellent leadership qualities, and advanced knowledge of behavioral health systems to fill two full-time positions in the Youth and Family and Adult Services sections. Adult and Youth Services Section Managers have management responsibility for programs that promote mental health recovery and wellness through treatment, advocacy and education especially as it relates to high risk adults, youth and families. Responsibilities for these positions include: Organizing, planning and supervising all programs and services provided by the section Ensuring efficient operation of the section Monitoring programs and services through data collection Developing, interpreting, and applying policies and procedures for the program areas Participating in administrative and planning meetings with the Division Director. Supervising and directing program managers and other multi-disciplinary staff providing behavioral health services in their assigned programs Negotiating and monitoring contracts for mental health services Acting as a consultant to the Behavioral Health Director, other sections, and other organizations on matters related to services in the assigned section Providing training to departmental staff in related program areas Working with community collaborative partners, including the Sonoma County Office of Education, the Human Services Department, and the Probation Department to plan and implement behavioral health services to shared clients These two Section Manager positions sit on the DHS-Behavioral Health Division Management Team (DMT), along with the Behavioral Health Director, Behavioral Health Medical Director, Substance Use Disorder Section Manager, Acute and Forensic Services Section Manager, Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Section Manager, and the Division's Administrative Services Officer II. Section Managers may provide coverage for the Behavioral Health Division Director during vacations and/or absences. The ideal candidates for these positions will possess the following: Experience in, and knowledge of, the California public mental health and substance use disorder service systems. Supervisory and/or administrative experience in the Behavioral Health system Experience managing complex personnel matters and supervising staff. as well as the ability to motivate and lead professional and non-professional staff The ability to analyze complex systems/issues and make policy recommendations to Division Director Experience developing and managing contract relationships with community agencies Excellent written and verbal communication skills Budget management experience An advanced understanding of the Behavioral Health systems of care, trends, and practices that may impact the work of division employees and consumers including the implementation of the Affordable Care Act Knowledge, background and expertise in issues of race, equity, and social justice in behavioral health and health systems and services. A proven track record of managing simultaneous, complex projects What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to excellent benefits* including: An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance up to $1,700 and ongoing education/training opportunities Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year Significant portion of health care premiums paid by the County and access to several health plan options County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement fully integrated with Social Security May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range The Department of Health Services (DHS) DHS is one of the County's largest and most complex departments. DHS consists of the Administration, Behavioral Health, and Public Health Divisions which are driven by their mission to promote, protect, and ensure access to services that support the health, recovery, and well-being of all in Sonoma County. The following ideas are the basis for how DHS operates and delivers services: Excellence - Strive to create a culture of learning, innovation, and data-driven practices in order to guide internal operations, improve performance, and build staff expertise Collaboration - Engage and work collaboratively with partners, communities, and staff to maximize its impact across the County Equity - Work to reduce disparities and ensure fairness, compassion, and social justice For further information regarding the department, its programs, services, and partnerships, please visit the DHS website . *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. This recruitment is being conducted to fill two positions in DHS. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education, Experience and License: In accordance with California Code of Regulations, the minimum qualifications are acquired through one of the following options: Possession of a valid license as a psychologist in California or be registered with the Board of Psychology as a Psychology Assistant and obtain a license within two years of the date of hire, unless continuously employed in the same class in the same program or facility as of January 1, 1979; and shall have two years post-doctoral experience in a mental health setting. Unlicensed candidates must also be able to obtain a waiver from the California Department of Mental Health until licensed. (OR) Possession of a valid California license as a clinical social worker or possess a master's degree from an accredited school of social work and be registered as a Clinical Social Work Associate by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences and become licensed within three years from the date of hire, unless continuously employed in the same class in the same program or facility as of January 1, 1979; and shall have at least two years post-masters experience in a mental health setting. (OR) Possession of a valid California license to practice as a registered nurse and possess a Master's degree in psychiatric or public health nursing, or possess a Nurse Practitioner certificate; and shall have two years of nursing experience in a mental health setting. Additional post-baccalaureate nursing experience in a mental health setting may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the educational requirement. (OR) Possession of a valid California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist or is registered as an MFT Intern with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and become licensed within three years from the date of hire; and shall have two years of post master's degree experience in a mental health setting. Additional Experience: Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities listed, including a minimum of three years of post-graduate clinical and/or administrative experience in a comprehensive public health program, two years of which should be in a supervisory or management capacity. (Experience listed above may be utilized to fill this requirement as appropriate.) License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable Knowledge of: principles and theories of providing community mental health services; mental health administration and organization; principles, techniques and trends of mental health; techniques and procedures used in general and professional mental health therapeutic or rehabilitative treatment; principles and methods of crisis interventions; particular therapeutic strategies used by public programs for the target populations; knowledge of alcohol and other drug rehabilitation and prevention; social, cultural and community dynamics related to mental health; principles and practices of supervision and employee development; principles and theories of medical practice in relevant specialty areas; principles of mental health education, community organization, community relations, and political processes; and activities of public and private health and welfare agencies. Ability to: direct a complex program of mental health services; plan, organize and supervise professional and other personnel engaged in psychiatric treatment and services; anticipate fiscal needs, monitor expenditures, and increase cost-effectiveness in program operations; provide professional consultation and program leadership; teach and participate in training; build and maintain cooperative working relationships; develop and support community networks and systems of care to establish needed services; develop and evaluate creative approaches to the assessment and treatment of mental health problems; secure the cooperation of professional and lay groups and governmental bodies; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; and speak and write effectively. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all your employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and should be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses which state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) may be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer are contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted on-line at: www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. Please view the County's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for further information. HR Analyst: DPHR Technician: KC
