County Mental Health Program Director (LG)-Washington Co MH/ID-Crisis, Emergency & Disaster Services

THE POSITION

The County of Washington Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (BHDS) Department seeks a Mental Health Program Director. This role focuses on supervisory and administrative work involving behavioral health program analysis, coordination, and implementation across Crisis/Emergency, Disaster, Forensic, and Inpatient services within the County. You will shape a continuum of holistic, person-centered services that support people in their most vulnerable moments.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role oversees and guides collaborative work to provide and enhance behavioral health Crisis, Emergency, and Disaster Services within Washington County. Tasks include developing and implementing service contractual expectations that meet community and crisis needs. Services Oversight : Direct and coordinate countywide crisis, emergency, disaster, forensic, and inpatient behavioral health services and programs; ensure adherence to applicable laws, policies, procedures, and service contracts. Budget Preparation : Prepare budgets for all County behavioral health services and programs in conjunction with the Administrator and Chief Fiscal Officer. Community Engagement : Represent the BHDS program at meetings with boards, task forces, community groups, and government officials to support behavioral health crisis, emergency, and disaster planning. Program Training : Facilitate BHDS Program‑sponsored trainings, meetings, and conferences to educate, plan, coordinate, and implement applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures with service providers and contracted agencies. Court Coordination : Supervise subordinate duties involving court‑related forensic BHDS administrative functions; work to coordinate and enhance the Mental Health Specialty Court and related initiatives. Emergency Support : Serve as the primary liaison to the court system for involuntary commitments; serve as a member of the Washington County SWAT Team to assist with mental health support on site.

WORK SCHEDULE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full‑time employment. Work hours: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch. Required to work outside normal hours (evenings & weekends). Telework: No telework option. Salary: Starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases. Further communication regarding this position will be provided via email.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements One year as a County Mental Health Program Specialist 2, or Five years of professional level experience in mental health, including three years of administrative, supervisory, or consultative work; and a bachelor’s degree, or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements You must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Pass a background investigation. A conditional offer will require a medical examination and drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the law, a conditional offer requires submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

VETERANS

Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, refer to the Pennsylvania Agency for Employment Services.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS RELAY SERVICE (TRS)

Service available for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.

EEO STATEMENT

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. Your score is based on the detailed information you provide. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. Missing or inaccurate information may lower your score or result in disqualification. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Pennsylvania