American Indian Team Manager - Human Services Manager 1

American Indian Team Manager - Human Services Manager 1

25 Sep 2024
Minnesota, Stpaul 00000 Stpaul USA

American Indian Team Manager - Human Services Manager 1

Working Title: American Indian Team ManagerJob Class: Human Services Manager 1Agency: Human Services Dept

Job ID : 80490

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 09/25/2024

Closing Date : 10/15/2024

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Manager

Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / BHDH ADAD Prevention

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am to 4:30pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes, (Approximately 25% for meetings)

Salary Range: $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually

Classified Status : Unclassified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.Telework (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) and Flexible Hours Options Are Available.This is a Statutory Unclassified PositionThis position is to direct the American Indian Programs Section of the Behavioral Health Division to ensure the effective development, implementation and evaluation of substance use disorder and mental health programs for American Indians. To administer funds designated for American Indian groups, organizations, and reservations within the State; establish policies and procedures for American Indian Programs in cooperation with the Behaviors Health Division, American Indian Mental Health Advisory Council, and the American Indian Advisory Council for Substance Abuse Disorders. This position is a statutory position under Minnesota Statute 254A.03 Subd 2.This position requires collaboration across sections within the division, across the administration and the department. The incumbent manages and supervises staff, oversees, and directs policy work, assists in leading the creation of a behavioral health continuum of care, develops and directs special projects and initiatives, and provides management level leadership and consultation.This position provides leadership to the development and sustainment of a continuum of care of substance use disorder services. The incumbent manages the development of policy and oversight of research that includes all American Indian substance use and mental health related policy, the State’s opioid epidemic response, as well as age-appropriate behavioral health services for all stages of life (birth through adulthood). The incumbent also oversees the implementation of a multigenerational approach for applying and implementing behavioral health services.This position takes a lead role in planning and implementing American Indian division-wide activities, including mental health and substance-use prevention and early intervention; children’s mental health services, school-linked mental health grants, children’s substance use disorder services and early childhood behavioral health services.The incumbent is knowledgeable about division wide priorities and strategic direction, behavioral health services and policy and represents the division on behalf of the Deputy Directors of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Services.Some more responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Direct clinical policy and research work within the scope of Mental Health for the American Indian Team of the Behavioral Health Division. Ensure that support for division activities is efficiently and effectively delivered.

Manage and supervise American Indian Section staff to facilitate effective and efficient operations; ensure that program outcomes are consistent with section, division, and agency goals.

Monitor local and state agency delivery of established Substance Use Disorder/Mental Health services and provide consultative assistance as required as requested or assigned, utilizing staff capabilities.

Direct the selection of grantees/contractors, monitor grantee and contractor performance, and evaluate grant outcomes in the areas of treatment in both Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health areas on; prevention and training, utilizing staff capabilities.

Minimum QualificationsTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.Demonstrated leadership experience. Leadership experience can include:

Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead.

Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g., ELI, L4).

A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee.

(e.g., ERG) - Experience must include:

1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions.

100+ hours per year time commitment

ANDFour (4) years specialized experience working for a human services organization or mental health program.Experience must clearly demonstrate:

Extensive knowledge of and experience working with behavioral health condition and services.

Extensive knowledge of mental health and substance-use disorder treatment methods designing, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of integrated and individualized program of services.

Thorough understanding of social work treatment methods designing, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of integrated services.

Strong understanding of core grant management standards and practices.

Project and program management skills that include evaluation and tracking grant budgets.

Lived experience in an Urban American Indian community or experience working with American Indian communities providing services.

Preferred Qualifications

Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Knowledge of Minnesota’s Behavioral Health service delivery systems.

Commitment to equity and reducing heath disparities.

Strong supervisory and management skills.

Ability to deliver and train on specific aspects substance use prevention programs.

Mental Health Licensure

Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns.

Additional Requirements

MinnesotaDepartmentofHumanServices(DHS)criminalbackgroundcheckwillbeconductedonallfinalistsforthisposition.Finalistsmustpassthe DHS backgroundcheck.

Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to jobperformance.It alsoincludescontact withtheapplicant'sformer employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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