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System of Care Project DirectorAugusta , Maine , United States | Community & Social Services | Full-time Apply by: No close date Apply with Linkedin ApplyDepartment of Health and Human Services (DHHS)Social Services Program ManagerOpening Date: May 30, 2024Closing Date: June 14, 2024Job Class Code: 5094 Grade: 28 (Supervisory Services) Salary: $61,838.40 - $84,427.20/yr.Position Number: 02000-3854Location: Augusta Core Responsibilities:As the System of Care (SOC) Project Manager, you will be part of a statewide OCFS team responsible for ongoing development, implementation, and monitoring of behavioral health prevention and treatment programs. This is a full-time, salaried position responsible for the supervision of up to 6 staff members designated to carry out the responsibilities of the SOC grant. You will be responsible for all grant reporting, budgeting and communication with the grant officer. You will work with colleagues to design and implement effective quality assurance/quality improvement programs; and you will participate in assessing and improving the overall design of DHHS behavioral health programs for youth and their families in Maine. Responsibilities:
Ensure timely and quality grant reporting, budgeting and implementation.
Coordinate project start-up and implementation activities including recruitment, hiring, orientation, supervision and overseeing the day-to-day operational responsibilities.
Ensure operational integration and integrity, consistent with project activities outlined in this proposal and best practice standards of care;
Establish mechanisms to ensure timely data capture, performance monitoring and reporting of program indicators to assess increased access to behavioral health services; and
Provide direct supervision of the designated program staff.
Skills and Knowledge required:
· Knowledge of federal grant management.
· Knowledge of applicable Department programs, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
· Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices and the Behavioral Health System.
· Knowledge of community resources and services.
· Ability to supervise a staff of professional and clerical personnel.
· Ability to plan, organize, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinates.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
· Ability to analyze program data and apply it to program quality improvement.
· Ability to prepare reports and meet established deadlines.
· Ability to interview and evaluate potential employees.
Minimum Qualifications:Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in social service or mental health/developmental disabilities programs and a Bachelors Degree. At least three (3) years of the required experience must be in a supervisory and/or administrative capacity. Equivalent related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Knowledge and experience in grant management including budgeting and reporting.
The ability to analyze significant program data and utilize it for program evaluation and quality improvement purposes.
A thorough knowledge of Children’s Behavioral Health policy and practice.
Thinking about applying?Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.Agency information: TheDepartment of Health and Human Services (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/) (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers. The Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) within DHHS is responsible for providing leadership, coordination, and oversight of Maine’s Behavioral Health System of Care. OBH works collaboratively with a network of community providers actively to support individuals with substance use and mental health conditions across areas of promotion, prevention, early intervention, treatment, and recovery. We currently have a vacancy in our Augusta office. Application Information:Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.For additional information about this position please contact Morgan Arbour at 207-287-7095. To apply, please upload a recent resume (if available) and cover letter addressing each of the three preferred skills/experience areas above. To request a paper application, please contactAshley.Smith@Maine.gov (Ashley.Vigue@Maine.gov) .Benefits of working for the State of Maine:No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
