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Behavioral Health Program Manager

Looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact?
Join us and be part of a revolutionary team shaping the future!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), Office of the Commissioner is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as a Behavioral Health Program Manager (PCN 151052). In this role you will be utilizing housing first and trauma-informed principles and practices to support our clients within our Statewide Services Division. Find out more information on this great opportunity below!
 
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
  • Work Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Work Shift: First shift, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Location: 410 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
  • Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
  • Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
  • Development of program policies, procedures and guidelines for behavioral health housing programs.
  • Monitor DMHAS funded programs for quality assurance and contract adherence.
  • Development of training curriculum for housing programs.
  • Implementation and on-going oversight of the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee (OSAC) approved Housing Empowering Recovery from Opioids (HERO) program by creating program eligibility, program outcomes, research outcomes, selection of Private, Non-Profit agencies which will provide services.
  • Review perspective participants, research evaluation responses and reports, preparation of information for public distribution;
  • Answer general informational questions for the public;
  • Monitor programs using site visits when necessary;
  • Serves as a liaison between the program or project and specific people or organizations, including landlords, tenants, service providers and housing coordination staff
  • Review spending reports, approve program expenses and track balances throughout the course of the program.
  • Oversee the Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Housing (DOH) to ensure fiscal and programmatic compliance.
MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND FACILITIES:

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (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.

Statewide Services is a division within the DMHAS Office of the Commissioner.  It consists of a group of professionals who oversee very specific programs and services designed to meet the diverse and often unique needs of clients, or potential clients, around the state.  These professionals respond to issues related to aging, housing and homelessness, employment services, special education, nursing home placement, traumatic brain injury, problem gambling, surviving trauma, and pregnant or parenting women.

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Please note:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years of experience in business or health care administration, program development involving responsibility for financial management, budget development or grants management, professional health care or social services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) years of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
  • A Master's degree in public or health care administration, a Master's degree in business administration with a specialization in health services or hospital administration, a Master’s degree in social work or a Master's degree in a related health care discipline may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in managing contracts of at least $1 million annually
  • Knowledge and experience working in the housing, substance use disorder and/or behavioral health services fields
  • Knowledgeable with regulations and statutes related to housing, substance use disorder and/or behavioral health services
  • Knowledge with and experience in developing policies related to housing, substance use disorder and/or behavioral health services
  • Experience in developing and managing budgets for programs
  • Experience in continuous quality improvement activities and program development
  • Experience in customer service - related duties and practices
  • Experience in working with multidisciplinary teams for process and quality improvement
About State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS)
The State of Connecticut – Executive Branch employs thousands of dedicated professionals, committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors. As a small state, we have so much to offer – education, employment, culture, travel, nature, history and recreation - each of these opportunities positively impact our citizens and businesses. While Hartford is Connecticut’s state capital and home to many of our agency offices, we are proud to offer positions located throughout the state. Some of our most popular work sites are located in Bridgeport, Enfield, Middletown, New Haven, Torrington, and with a higher demand throughout the Fairfield County. We are seeking to hire employees for locations statewide who find inspiration in our culture and values, specifically: - Committed to making an impact - Serving the public through meaningful work - Seeking limitless opportunities to grow - Enjoy a work/life balance (with competitive benefits) - Interested in diversity and fresh perspectives If you can see yourself contributing to our vision, we encourage you to apply to join us! View our open positions and apply via the State of Connecticut Online Employment Center: https://www.ct.gov/ctstatejobs
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https://govphcareers.astho.org/jobs/21496422/behavioral-health-program-manager

Date Posted
07/14/2025
Job Reference
21496422
Organization
State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS)
Location
Hartford, CT 06101
Category
Mental Health/Social Services
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