Sacramento County · 2 hours ago
Mental Health Program Coordinator
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expSacramento County is dedicated to enriching communities and they are seeking a Mental Health Program Coordinator. This role involves performing a wide range of supervisory and administrative duties related to mental health programs, including overseeing clinics and evaluating services.
AssociationGovernmentNon Profit
Responsibilities
Perform a wide range of supervisory and administrative duties, including administration of contracted and County-operated mental health programs and services
Supervision of programs and functions that are County-wide and department-wide in nature
Supervision of mental health clinics
Evaluation of services and programs
Supervision of direct mental health patient care
Qualification
Required
Possession of a Master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, counseling, psychiatric nursing, or a related field such as health care administration, or in public administration
Two years of experience coordinating and/or supervising mental health and/or substance abuse program(s) which included experience in a direct care program such as a public mental health clinic or inpatient facility, OR in an administrative or non-direct care program such as client case management or contract services
Knowledge of current principles and practices of mental health administration
Knowledge of principles of organization and supervision
Knowledge of principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and federal and state funding
Knowledge of techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring
Knowledge of principles and techniques of public personnel management, with emphasis on health occupations
Knowledge of principles and techniques of clinical interviewing, diagnosis, and treatment
Knowledge of most current version of the Diagnosis and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
Knowledge of the purposes, functions and activities of various public and private health care entities, including advocacy groups, involved in mental health and substance abuse
Knowledge of State of California laws and regulations governing mental health care workers, nurses, physicians, and other licensed health professionals
Knowledge of the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act, the Short-Doyle Act, and other laws and regulations regarding the delivery of mental health services
Knowledge of psychiatric treatment modalities
Knowledge of current trends in prevention and treatment of mental illness and substance abuse
Knowledge of principles and techniques for on-site reviews and program evaluations
Knowledge of techniques of planning, evaluating, and organizing a training program
Knowledge of current social and economic factors and trends influencing community mental health and substance abuse care services
Knowledge of differing cultural, religious, and social attitudes about mental health and substance abuse
Ability to plan, organize, direct and coordinate the activities of mental health care programs and activities
Ability to supervise, directly and through subordinates, a multi-disciplinary staff, including licensed mental health care providers, physicians, nurses, and support staff, and service providers under contract
Ability to analyze and accurately evaluate management and organizational situations, and make recommendations for effective improvements
Ability to analyze and effectively evaluate the operations and services of mental health and substance abuse programs, including those of contract providers
Ability to analyze and interpret laws and regulations governing health services
Ability to direct complex budget activities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, subordinates, and the staffs of public and private agencies and groups involved in health programs
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing, and before large groups
Ability to make effective recommendations regarding staffing and other personnel matters
Some positions in this class involve responsibility for direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Psychiatrist; Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor; or Registered Nurse
Persons appointed to these classes may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting
Company
Sacramento County
Sacramento County is a government organization that focuses on economic growth, community planning, agriculture, and business assistance.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35M2022-10-24Debt Financing· $35M
Leadership Team
Ellen Hildebrand
CEO Management Analyst II
Fabian Rodriguez
Lead CSO
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