MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER III / EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS HOMELESSNESS

Job Summary The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Mental Health Program Manager III vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Those who successfully pass the 100% assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Mental Health Program Manager III. The position is part of a large geographic area and Countywide mental health services programs. Responsibilities Participates in the development and monitoring of the annual budget for multiple program support operational areas, mental health services in a large geographic area, and Countywide mental health services programs. Plans, assigns, and directs the work of multiple program support operational areas, a geographic area, or Countywide mental health services programs. Provides program and administrative direction to subordinate managers and administrative support staff. Provides or oversees the provision of programmatic and technical guidance to mental health contract agencies; directs the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of contract agency performance. Supervises the planning, development, and implementation of program support services, service area‑based, and Countywide programs, utilizing existing or projected financial resources. Ensures that mental health services provided meet State and Federal mandated standards and are in compliance with Medicare and Medi‑Cal rules for reimbursement claiming. Oversees revenue generation in assigned programs to ensure revenue is maximized. Assists the Deputy Director or higher‑level manager to develop and implement objectives, goals, policies, and procedures in connection with areas of oversight. Directs the conduct of, and participates in, studies and analyses of program effectiveness and initiates modifications in program policies and procedures as necessary. Represents the department in regional planning and networking groups such as Service Area Councils, councils of government, and regional health, social, and educational services coalitions. Serves as a committee member, participant, or representative on a variety of committees, task forces, etc. focused on internal departmental business needs or operations. Develops and maintains cooperative working relations with Federal, State, and community agencies that correspond to the area of geographic or program responsibility. Plans, organizes, implements, and manages the Service Area Disaster Plan for both directly operated and contracted programs. Minimum Requirements Option I : A valid, current license to practice clinical psychology, clinical social work, marriage and family therapy, or nursing issued by the appropriate State of California licensing agency – and two years’ experience, at the level of Mental Health Program Manager II, providing administrative and technical direction through subordinate supervisors in the operation of a mental health services delivery program comprised of multidisciplinary treatment and support staff. Option II : A bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Nursing, Health Administration, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely‑related field from an accredited college or university – and three years’ experience providing managerial direction through subordinate supervisors at the level of Mental Health Program Manager II. OptionIII : A bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Nursing, Health Administration, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely‑related field from an accredited college or university – and five years’ experience providing managerial direction through subordinate supervisors at the level of Mental Health Program Manager I. NO OUT‑OF‑CLASS EXPERIENCE OR VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE LETTERS (VOEL) WILL BE ACCEPTED. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE ABOVE REQUIRMENT(S) AT THE TIME OF FILING IN ORDER TO BE APPOINTED TO FILL ANY VACANCIES RELATED TO THIS RECRUITMENT. Special Requirement Information *Experience at the level of Mental Health Program Manager II is defined as directs, through subordinate supervisors, the administration of the mental health services programs of a medium to large‑sized clinic, or comparable Service Area‑based and organization‑wide programs. **Multidisciplinary treatment staff is defined as a group of mental health care providers that may consist of psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, psychiatric social workers, marriage and family therapists, medical doctors, clinical case managers, and/or other mental health care professionals that work together to assess the mental health care needs of the client and develop a treatment plan tailored to the client's identified needs. ***A master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Nursing, Health Administration, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely‑related field from an accredited college or university will be accepted for one year of the required experience. ****Experience at the level of Mental Health Program Manager I is defined as directs, through subordinate supervisors, the administration of the mental health services programs of a small to medium‑sized clinic, comparable Service Area‑based and organization‑wide programs. Accreditation Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). License and Physical Class License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job‑related essential functions. Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Other Legal and EEO Statements The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Computer and Internet Access at Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Anti‑Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti‑racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr