Mental Health Services Administrator - BH Adult Services - County of Riverside
Banning, CA 92220
About the Job
Riverside University Health System (RUHS), seeks a Mental Health Services Administrator (MHSA)for the Behavioral Health Department. The incumbent will provide the full scope of administrative and operational oversight for t he DesertAdult Behavioral Health Clinics in the cities of Banning, Palm Springs, Indio, Blythe. This position has a 9/80 schedule.
The Mental Health Services Administrator plans, organizes, and manages 100 or more employees through six or more subordinate supervisors and performs 1) the full scope of administrative and operational responsibilities for a large, regional, mental health program responsible a) for adults and children within an assigned geographic area or b) for a comprehensive multiple component, mental health program for adults or children; or 2) develops, implements, administers, and maintains the standards for treatment and services of the largest, most comprehensive, mental health programs with Department-wide responsibilities. Incumbents receive program and policy direction from the Deputy Director, Mental Health Services or higher level class while clinical direction is received from the Program Chief, Mental Health Services. The Mental Health Services Manager is distinguished from the Mental Health Services Administrator in that the latter plans, organizes, and manages mental health services for a specialized population or a program unit through five or fewer subordinate supervisors and a team of less than 100 employees. This class is distinguished from the next higher level class of Deputy Director, Mental Health Services in that the latter provides administrative and program direction to subordinate managers and assists senior management in department-wide program planning and policy formulation.
Meet the Team!
RUHS-Behavioral Health
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provides program guidance to multi-disciplined, mental health staff; plans, organizes, assigns, directs and evaluates the work of subordinate supervisory staff; reviews and evaluates staffing patterns, coordinates interviewing, personnel selection and development, and implements disciplinary action, when required.
Assesses the needs of the communities served to determine program and service priorities; coordinates with the Deputy Director of Mental Health Services and the regional Board of Supervisor's staff to address Mental Health issues identified by County Supervisors; evaluates the effectiveness of existing programs, and within agency guidelines recommends and/or implements new or modified programs; reviews policies, procedures and methods used for effectiveness and consistency with service goals.
Continually evaluates and assesses operations relative to effective utilization of resources and achievement of goals and implements changes as necessary; may review and evaluate treatment standards, and therapeutic techniques of clinic staff to ensure patients are receiving correct and adequate diagnosis and treatment.
Keeps abreast of all local, State, Federal, and other regulatory agency laws, rules, regulations, and policies and procedures applicable to assigned programs to ensure compliance; may review and recommend revisions to existing or develop new program policies, procedures, and methods used for effectiveness and consistency with service goals.
Meets with the Deputy Director, Mental Health Services or higher, to identify staffing, equipment, material and supply needs; prepares budget estimates and justifications for assigned programs and maintains cost controls to assure compliance with budget provisions.
May develop, administer, and monitor contractual agreements with private and public mental health service providers; may monitor program to ensure compliance with contact provisions; may recommend procedural and operational changes to maximize service delivery; may recommend remedial action to correct any noted deficiencies to ensure continuation of contracts.
Acts as liaison and represents Riverside County Mental Health in relationships with service providers, county departments, state or other funding sources and community and business organizations; participates in a variety of internal and external meetings, committees and coalitions; interacts with various planning councils and boards; answers questions and provides training and technical assistance as required; participates in management meetings to assist in the development of department-wide policies.
Directs and ensures the maintenance of records, preparation of reports, and the clerical and housekeeping functions necessary for program operations; prepares correspondence and repo
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Education: Possession of a Doctorate degree in clinical psychology from an accredited college or university.
OR OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in social work, nursing, psychology, mental health or health care administration, public or business administration or a closely related field. (A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required Master's degree on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of full time experience.)
AND Experience (both options):
Three years of supervisory or administrative experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting which included responsibility for program management and evaluation and budget preparation and fiscal control.
Knowledge of: The principles of public administration and personnel management as they apply to the operation of community mental health programs; the principles and techniques of budgetary analysis, preparation and control; the range of treatment services provided by comprehensive community mental health programs; the clinical principles of mental health treatment; public and private resources available to provide mental health services; the principles of community organization; the characteristics and social aspects of mental and emotional disturbances and their effect on the individual in the community; the principles, procedures, and techniques used in mental health program planning and evaluation; current trends in the field of mental health and the laws, rules, regulations and policies which affect the operation of a community mental health program; the administrative organization of and the services and operations normally provided by County government; contract development, negotiations, and administration including evaluation methods to ensure contract compliance.
Ability to: Manage a comprehensive mental health program; develop effective channels of communication to foster the confidence and cooperation of a variety of community groups; organize County and community resources and contract providers to service and community and achieve program goals; determine the need and priority of mental health services in the community; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; analyze service delivery and administrative problems, generate and evaluate alternatives, reach practical conclusions, formulate recommendations and institute effective solutions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private agencies, community organizations, public officials, other staff members and individuals; prepare clear and concise reports; understand and interpret the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to community mental health programs and the detailed provisions of contract
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required for this position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you are a qualified individual and need a reasonable accommodation to take this exam, contact the recruiter before taking the exam. For additional information and the accommodation form, visit the Disability Access Office web page at: http://dao.rc-hr.com
Veterans' Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here ( Download PDF reader ).
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants.Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of RUHS may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter,Angela Levinson:
alevinson@rivco.org/ 951-955-5562
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com . A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108>108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..