ASST DIR, Evidence-Based Practices, Housing & Recovery Supports

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Behavioral Health Administration Treatment and Recovery Division 55 Wade Avenue Catonsville MD 21228

Main Purpose of Job

This position serves as a part of the leadership /managerial team at the Behavioral Administration’s (BHA) supervising a team of professionals responsible for Housing and Homeless Initiatives, the oversight and/or implementation of evidence -based and promising practices, and Recovery Supports to include Recovery Housing and Maryland Recovery Net supports. This position facilitates the development of quality, affordable housing opportunities and evidence-based programs and services that are responsive to the needs and preferences of recipients of behavioral health services within the least restrictive setting possible. This position works collaboratively with state and federal agencies, community programs, housing authorities, Local Behavioral Health Authorities (LBHA), Local Addiction Authorities (LAA), Core Service Agencies (CSA), stakeholders and advocacy organizations to plan, develop, monitor, manage, and implement Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), Residential Rehabilitation Programs (RRP) and services, Continuum of Care (CoC) Housing Program, Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) Grants, Supported Living Services, Recovery Housing, Housing First and other affordable housing development and housing and homeless service initiatives and grants, and evidenced-based and promising practices such as Critical Time Intervention(CTI). The position provides administrative, clinical, and consultative oversight for housing and homeless supports, initiatives, and grants totaling more than $7,000,000 in federal grant funds (CoC, and PATH) and $6,800,000 in State General Funds to the LBHAs and CSAs. Housing is widely viewed as a social determinant of health and is integral to the recovery of individuals who have substance related and/or psychiatric disorders. In recognition that housing is a conduit to health and recovery for individuals with behavioral health disorders and that health and recovery are foundational elements in BHA’s mission, this position is a catalyst for housing and recovery support evidence-based and promising practices and remains critical to the fulfillment of the agency mission. This position is eligible for hybrid telework. This is subject to change as necessitated by operations and customer-focused demands.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from and accredited college or university and 6 years of professional health or human services experience, including 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience. Additional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree at the rate of 1 year of experience for 30 credit hours.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following: Knowledge of and/or experience with behavioral health systems and services well as an understanding of the associated support systems, policies and best practices Experience working with grants including federal, contracts, financial resources and complex processes Management of budgets and budget systems Experience with management and leading a team including managers Experience with developing and implementation of policies, strategic planning and evaluations Strong organizational, communication and time-management skills, including managing multiple projects, priorities and meeting deadlines

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority. A Resume is required and must be uploaded to your application. While cover letters are not mandatory, if you choose to include one, please upload it together with your resume as a single file. 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

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.