Behavioral Health Program Manager (40 Hour) Office/On-Site Recruitment # 240214-1450MP-003 Location Bridgeport, CT Date Opened 2/23/2024 12:00:00 AM Salary $92,592 - $126,237/year Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 3/1/2024 11:59:00 PM Go Back Apply View Benefits (http://portal.ct.gov/DAS/smART/General-Employee-Benefits)
Introduction
Does a role in leadership intrigue you?If so, we have an excellent opportunity to join our hospital’s team! The State of Connecticu t (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ( DMHAS (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/About-DMHAS/Agency/About-DMHAS) ) is seeking a qualified and experienced Behavioral Health Program Manager (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=1450MP&R1=undefined&R3=undefined) to join our team in Hartford! Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals and help patients on their path to recovery. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
Work Schedule: Full-Time (40 Hours), First Shift, Monday - Friday (8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.)
Facility: Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/SWCMHS/Agency-Files/GBCMHC) )
Unit: Managed Service System Contract Management
Address: 1635 Central Avenue, Bridgeport
PCN: 142026
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/Press-Room/Press-Releases/2023/Forbes-State-of-CT-Ranked) - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;
A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/smART/General-Employee-Benefits) ;
Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings;
Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year;
Professional growth and development opportunities;
A healthy work/life (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/SUP/2023DecEVPSlideDeckpdf.pdf) balance to all employees; and
State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.
DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO
Provide substantial input regarding patient care needs, response to treatment, and recommend modifications in the overall plan of care;
Complete comprehensive Initial Nursing Assessment for patients with acute psychiatric and addictive problems; and
Provide direct patient care that includes education, counseling, medication administration and documentation of the treatment and progress made by the patient.
OUR MISSION:
The vision of the Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System is to provide high quality, compassionate and culturally competent mental health and substance abuse services to adults with behavioral health disorders who are indigent.
ABOUT THE UNIT:
Managed Services System, Contract Management: SWCMHS is responsible for the oversight and management of contracts with private not-for-profit (PNP) agencies providing mental health services in this region. This office specifically manages the contracts of all residential providers in the region. This includes authorization of applicants for residential services, review of program design, residential waitlist management, RUUM (residential universal utilization management) reporting, and monitoring of fiscal/service compliance of the contracts and adherence to DMHAS contractual expectations.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and the Department of Children and Families this class is accountable for assisting in the management of a statewide program in a geographical area; accountable for assisting in the management of a specific behavioral health program or serving as a clinical team leader.EXAMPLES OF DUTIES+ + Understands the scopes of service at each contractual level of care in the Managed Service System (MSS).
Conducts on-site reviews and audit charts to ensure adherence to documentation of assessment, recovery planning, and goal monitoring standards.
Participates and partner with Office of the Commissioner (OOC) regional manager in for the Medicaid Rehabilitation Option (MRO) Group Home certification reviews.
Participates/partners with OOC regional managers for Fidelity reviews for Community Support Program and Assertive Community Treatment Team services.
Conducts regular meetings with affiliate providers to ensure adherence to contractual performance measures, staffing expectations, productivity and Targeted Case Management standards, and programming offerings.
Offers training, on-site support and consultation to programs regarding identified program needs, documentation standards, and service needs.
Develops on-going working relationships with the different OOC regional and Enterprise Business Group managers to secure additional resources to support programs with service or training needs beyond areas of manager’s own expertise.
Participates and encourages agencies to attend Collaborative Learning meetings that are offered by OOC Community Service Division managers for the various levels of care.
Monitors and processes Critical Incident Reviews and Non-Critical Incident Reviews occurring in the regional MSS.
Participates in the annual contract renewal process in partnership with OOC Community Services managers and fiscal monitors.
Reviews affiliate requests for grant dollar facility improvement projects or retention of state dollar requests for surplus funds at the end of the fiscal year.
Provides supervision to the contract unit Health Program Assistant 1 and 2 staff.
Oversees and manages the SWCMHS Discretionary Discharge fund established to provide rental assistance and living expense costs for individuals in DMHAS Region 1.
Oversee and collaborates with the fiduciary affiliate that partners with the SWCMHS contract unit in the administration of Discretionary Discharge fund resources to support individuals receiving subsidy and living expense funds.
In collaboration with the SWCMHS Community Resources & Special Projects Director identifies individuals transitioning from state operated inpatient facilities that both qualify and have the functional living skills to manage and maintain their own independent apartment in the community.
Develops and submits proposals with fiscal requests (budgets) for qualified individuals to the DHMAS Medical Director’s Office to be considered for discretionary discharge funding by the Enterprise Business Group.
Approves all expenditures made by the fiduciary affiliate from the Discretionary Discharge fund.
Conducts a monthly meeting with the fiduciary affiliate to ensure that all expenditures of discretionary funds are being conducted within the fiduciary affiliate’s auditing standards and that all expenses and income on a monthly basis are aligned with the yearly budget allocation for the program.
Provides oversight and supervision to the Health Program Assistant 1 who serves as the day-to-day liaison and coordinator between the fiduciary, the SWCMHS case managers, and private not for profit scattered site/life coaches working with the individuals supported by the discretionary discharge fund.
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of
principles and practices of public administration;
principles of mental health treatment and program design;
managed care system principles and practices;
clinical treatment methodologies and programs for psychiatric clients;
community resources;
Knowledge of
relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
relevant agency policies and procedures;
assertive treatment programs;
quality assessment and/or improvement techniques and accreditation body standards;
Considerable
interpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
Ability to
analyze and prepare budgets;
prepare and administer grants.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Eight (8) years of experience in business or health care administration, program development involving responsibility for financial management, budget development or grants management, professional health care or social services.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) years of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
A Master's degree in public or health care administration, a Master's degree in business administration with a specialization in health services or hospital administration, a Master’s degree in social work or a Master's degree in a related health care discipline may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience overseeing Private Not for Profit service contracts, developing programs, writing proposals, and overseeing and developing program budgets.
Experience conducting program audits and fidelity reviews.
Experience working as part of a Team and providing supervision to unit staff.
Experience providing training, support, and consultation to programs regarding identified program need documentation standards, and service needs.
Experience preparing reports and contributing to an amicable work environment.
Experience in utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills in a busy and demanding setting.
Experience with the requirements of the joint Commission and other regulatory requirements.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel computer software.
Experience working in a union environment.
Experience using an Electronic Medical Record.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess appropriate current licenses or certifications.Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Click on a link below to apply for this position:Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online