Mental Health Program Specialist II - Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.

October 2024

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Mental Health Program Specialist 2,

Grade 23

Full Time Salary: $80,026 - $91,122

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. s seeking a qualified candidate for a Mental Health Program Specialist 2, G-23 position in the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, Treatment & Care Coordination. The incumbent will be assigned to the Integrated Care Unit. The focus will be on Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) assisting in the implementation of the expansion of the CCBHC Demonstration.

This work includes CCBHC implementation, oversight, technical assistance to providers, training, guidance development, work with other stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical, written, and communication skills, can think creatively and strategically, be able to use data for performance measures, and be capable of working both independently and as a member of team. This candidate must be able to communicate and interact with information technology, legal staff, intraâ€agency partners, state agency partners and providers.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Work collaboratively with the providers, state agency partners and other key stakeholders to assist in the development of policy and programming regarding integrated adult outpatient programs. Work with Unit Director, Unit staff and Bureau Director to shape and implement federal and state requirements.
• Provide Technical Assistance to provider agencies (in-person, by phone, webinars, conferences, etc.). Attend all relevant internal and external stakeholder meetings to improve access to services, support recovery-oriented service provision, and implement new program or policies. Create webinars and implement trainings as assigned, provide guidance consistent with agency mission.
• Participate in the development of CCBHC, program guidelines/policy with a focus on enhancing rehabilitation service provision. Understanding regulations, guidance, standards of care. Aid in the development of and review of Certification Standards for CCBHC Demonstration programs. Work will also include some crossover with other programs within the Unit.
• Work with OMH field offices to support the implementation of programs or new initiatives, review new provider applications, and understand local needs and system challenges to better inform program development.
• Development of reports/charts/documents/PPs/forms as requested for monitoring and oversight (e.g. policy development, monitoring). Working with PSYCKES, PME, and other data sources.
• Participate and assist with other tasks as requested under the direction of supervisor.
• Candidate must be able/willing to travel for this position, travel is 30% of time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree, or higher, and 1 year of experience in human services field OR
• Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience in human services field;

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a clinic/MHOTRS or CCBHC setting.
• Experience developing behavioral health policy and developing cross system collaboration.
• Experience with community behavioral health programs.
• Experience with rehabilitation with belief in rehabilitation and recovery for people with mental health.
• Proficient in the use of standard office technology, and basic knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Flow, Forms, and PowerPoint;

Work Location: 44 Holland Avenue, Albany, New York 12229

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

To Apply: Submit an application on our website at http://corporate.rfmh.org. Click on Employment Opportunities. Please note only applications submitted through our website will be considered.

The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Employer/Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran Employer. VEVRAA 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.