STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Behavioral Health Clinical Director

Office/On-site

Recruitment #231128-6214MP-001

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Introduction



Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the public sector?
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The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking an experienced and qualified individual for the role of Behavioral Health Clinical Director. This position directs the overall administrative and clinical operations of SWCMHS Fairfield Ave. site that provides services to over 200 clients. 

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
  • To work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;
  • We offer a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.
  • We encourage a strong work/life balance for all state employees.
  • We offer opportunities for professional and personal growth.
  • State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.
  • We have limitless areas for you to perform relevant and significant work.
Position Specifics:
Facility: Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS)
Location: Bridgeport 
Work Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week | 8:00am-4:30pm

Please note: This position will require travel.

Discover the opportunity to:
  • Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;
  • Provide support to hospital that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;
  • Assist our clients and employees so they can achieve success;
  • Make a difference in the public sector; and
  • Work together in a collaborative team environment.
ABOUT US
DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
SWCMHS strives to provide high quality, compassionate and culturally competent mental health and substance abuse services to adults with behavioral health disorders who are indigent. With three locations throughout Fairfield County, SWCMHS, promotes and administers comprehensive recovery oriented services in the areas of mental health treatment and substance abuse prevention and treatment. These services include inpatient treatment programs and outpatient clinical services, as well as a wide range of additional supportive treatment services.

Selection Plan

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To Apply:
  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
  • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
  • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:
  • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
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  • Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
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  • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
  • Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Pamela Rochette via email at Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Correction and Mental Health and Addiction Services this class is accountable for directing multiple clinical programs in a facility or Local Mental Health Authority or directing statewide clinical support services and programs in the Central Office.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Direct oversite of the Assertive Community Treatment, Community Support, Homeless Outreach Team, and Rental Assistance Programs. 
  • Provide clinical consultation to outpatient staff and clients within the Lead Mental Health Agency (LMHA). 
  • Provide clinical and administrative consultation to the Assertive Community Treatment, Community Support, Homeless Outreach Team teams. 
  • In collaboration with managers and supervisors, triage internal outpatient transfers and transfers from state operated inpatient units. 
  • Provide oversight, supervision and direct clinical liaison interface to state hospitals, other state facilities and community hospitals. 
  • Assures that services and staff operate within DMHAS, and SWCMHS policies and procedures and meet Joint Commission/CMS/DPH credentialing standards. 
  • Responsible for oversight of outpatient risk management and directly participates in the SWCMHS Risk Committee Meeting. 
  • Coordinates and participates in high-risk treatment planning, case conferences, etc. 
  • Participate in the allocation and management of human resources. 
  • Attend and participate in scheduled contract agency meetings and serves as a clinical liaison to contract agencies as needed. 
  • Provide education and training to community contract agency staff as requested.
  • Collaborate with substance abuse providers to integrate substance abuse with mental health services. 
  • Provide clinical supervision and training to SWCMHS managers, supervisors and staff as needed. 
  • Facilitate problem identification and resolution at case conferences and critical incident reviews. 
  • Serve as a member of assigned committees. 
  • Develop and implement innovative and cost-effective services to meet client need. 
  • May provide training and/or direct group supervision regarding individual, family, and group psychotherapy or other interventions to enhance staff competence. 
  • Promote cultural and gender diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace, sensitivity to client's needs, and assures clients rights. 
  • Participate in crisis intervention as indicated.
  • Participate in Critical Incident Debriefings as necessary. 
  • Oversee, manage, and collaborate with SWCMHS Plant Operations/Housekeeping and the site Property Management Team to ensure the site and overall work environment meets health and safety standards and is maintained as a safe and effective environment of care. 
  • May represent the SWCMHS on statewide policy and development groups. 
  • Assures compliance with quality information management findings and recommendations. 
  • Promote collaborative relationships with City and State Police and provides feedback specific to the needs of DMHAS clients. 
  • Complies with ethical standards and DMHAS work rules. 
  • Maintain client and program safety. 
  • Utilize an electronic health record, computer technology and data to perform job functions and inform management and supervisory practices. 
  • Provide CPR and first aid as necessary. 

  • Performs other duties as required.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of
    • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
    • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
    • behavioral health policies and systems;
    • principles and practices of public and/or health care administration;
    • recent developments in designated field and ability to translate knowledge into practice;
    • recovery principles and practices;
    • resources available to client population;
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
    • clinical skills;
    • analytical skills;
  • Considerable ability to
    • develop strategic plans;
    • negotiate, mediate and resolve conflicts;
    • manage staff in a clinical in-patient and outpatient setting;
    • collaborate within department, agency and community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Master's degree in a clinical discipline, public health administration, health care administration or hospital administration and six (6) years of professional experience in behavioral health care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a managerial or supervisory capacity directing clinical operations or the delivery of behavioral health care services including the supervision of professional behavioral health care staff.  

NOTE: For State Employees, this is at the level of Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience monitoring and meeting regulatory requirements and benchmarks. 
  • Experience in a supervisory or management position, overseeing discipline specific or multi-disciplinary clinical staff. 
  • Experience providing clinical and administrative oversight to multiple programs. 
  • Experience working in a behavioral health setting. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must maintain the appropriate current license for clinical social work, marital and family therapist, professional counselor, registered nurse, psychologist or alcohol and drug counselor.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.




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