SOR REGIONAL PROGRAM MONITOR I

GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

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

Main Purpose of Job

This two-year contractual position will serve as a Program Administrator/SOR Regional Program Monitor for the State Opioid Response grant (SOR). SOR is a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) initiative designed to increase and expand access to treatment and recovery support; advance substance use prevention in coordination with other federal efforts and improve retention in care using a chronic care model. This initiative provides awards to Local Behavioral Health Authorities, Core Service Agencies, Interagency, Non-Jurisdictionals, and private entities. They will also help to deliver evidence-based treatment interventions that include medications that are FDA approved specifically for OUD and psychosocial interventions, design primary and secondary prevention methods, and place greater emphasis on peer and other recovery support. The SOR Regional Program Monitor will provide programmatic oversight and monitoring of behavioral health SUD/OUD and Stimulant prevention, treatment, and recovery support services statewide. This includes oversight of contracts, Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs), BHA Conditions of Award (COA), Statements of Work (SOW), and Interagency Agreements (IAs) with the Local Behavioral Health Authorities (LBHAs), Core Service Agencies (CSAs), Local Addiction Authorities (LAAs), Local Health Departments (LHDs), Maryland Colleges and Universities, state agencies and other community-based organizations. The Regional Program Monitor will conduct site visits (virtual and on-site) to monitor all SOR programs for compliance to ensure services have been effectively rendered. This position is also responsible for conducting program evaluation and analyzing data to report on program effectiveness and impact. In addition, the position will be responsible for compliance with the implementation and fidelity of EBPs, including the implementation of a monitoring plan, fidelity checklist, and quarterly report. The Regional Program Monitor will ensure the completion of all grant deliverables, monitoring and reporting on jurisdictional adherence with required performance measures and responding to complaints or concerns related to the project. PLEASE NOTE: This position is hybrid telework eligible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nursing, social work, psychology, education, counseling, or a related field. Experience: Six years professional experience in health services, three years must have been in Addiction professional work related to treatment and services to persons with alcohol or other substance addiction and two years must have been at the managerial or supervisory level. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree or a Doctorate degree in a health or human services field from an accredited college or university for up to two years of the required general experience. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in another field plus an additional year of professional experience in health services for the required education. 3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Health Services Administration specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess: Knowledge of Addiction/Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health (MH) services, and modalities of treatment; Knowledge of SUD and MH modern treatment and rehabilitation techniques, evidence-based practices (EBPs), and best practices; Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of program monitoring and planning; Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of business and public administration; Fundamental/basic knowledge of principles and practices of governmental accounting, budgeting, and public personnel administration; Knowledge of public relations; Experience developing and installing administrative procedures, to include evaluating their efficiency and effectiveness to assist in monitoring SUD and MH programs and services; Experience effectively communicating both verbally and written, to include the ability to communicate clearly and concisely; and Experience applying and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.

SELECTION PROCESS

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. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. 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

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

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.