Introduction
GRADE
PHY 0009
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, Office of the Secretary, Baltimore, MD
Main Purpose of Job
This position will
stand up and lead MDH’s Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program, a behavioral
health program created by MD General Assembly (HB576/SB453) that directly
furthers the Department’s mission of ensuring the right level of care for
Marylanders in need. Currently, involuntary behavioral health treatment can
only be delivered in an inpatient setting. Through a court order, AOT allows
for involuntary treatment to be delivered to a subset of individuals in the
community. AOT is another tool in the behavioral health treatment continuum for
providers of certain individuals that are unable to adhere to traditional
community based services. A clinician is desired for the development and
implementation of Maryland’s AOT program to ensure that appropriate clinical
standards and quality measures are developed.
The Director is
responsible for management and supervision of staff for this new program and
will lead the development and implementation of a statewide AOT program. The
Director is responsible for coordinating and directing planning and
implementation of local AOT programs through the development of standards and
promulgation of regulations. They will also be responsible for implementation
of a state program for certain local jurisdictions and will be responsible for
developing short and long-term strategies in partnership with other State,
local, and community-based stakeholders.
This position will
play a large role in developing internal and external partnerships, crafting
communications, establishing mechanisms for collection, interpretation, and
dissemination of data, and ensuring responsible and meaningful use of fiscal
resources.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a degree in medicine from an accredited medical school, a current Maryland Physician license and board certification in a relevant specialty and at least 5 years of clinical experience of which three years must include leadership and management experience in the healthcare industry.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred candidates should possess the following:
- Knowledge of Maryland's Public Behavioral Health System;
- Knowledge of civil commitment processes and procedures;
- Experience with the legislative process and policy implications for behavioral health; and/or,
- Experience managing teams in a large matrixed environment with competing deadlines.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Applicants for this classification must be certified by an American Medical Association Specialty Board in an area of medical specialization.
2. Applicants for this classification must be licensed and currently registered with the Maryland Board of Physicians to practice medicine under Maryland State Law. A copy of the current registration must be attached to the application.
SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A cover letter resume must accompany your application. The cover letter and resume must be uploaded, in one file, under the resume section of the application.
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:
- Meaningful Work
- Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
- Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
- Retirement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
- Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)
For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link below:
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
