Specifically, this position:
Serves as a leader, chairperson, and/or technical advisor over task forces and projects pertaining to developing, selecting, and implementing contracts for regional behavioral health services.
Directs, coordinates, and enhances the integration and cooperation of behavioral health programs with other County services and local community resources within an assigned region or service area by facilitating collaborations and partnerships between representatives of the County, contract providers, and non-profit agencies.
Participates in developing and implementing long-range plans pertaining to behavioral health services, such as healthcare integration and evidence-based prevention and treatment approaches.
Identifies and maintains public/private partnerships to assist in the promotion of behavioral health.
Determines appropriate allocation of resources within appropriated budget funds; responsible for development and oversight of departmental budget.
Reviews legislative changes for impact on existing programs; advises supervisor, Policy Council, and BOCC on policy and legislative matters concerning behavioral health.
Prepares contract documents outlining program scope of work and leads process for requests for proposals for contract services as well as grant opportunities where community partners may apply for grants through behavioral health program funding.
Advocates for the interests of behavioral health service recipients by developing cooperative working relationships with law enforcement agencies, probation, social services, advocacy organizations, mental health and substance abuse providers and other Agency and community partners.
Participates in quality improvement efforts about behavioral health services and participates in work teams responsible for writing grants, developing behavioral health programs, and identifying resources to increase mental health services in the care system.
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