Assistant Administrative Director - BHS

Norton Sound Health Corp•Nome, AK

4d•$57 - $78

About The Position

The Assistant Administrative Director supports non-clinical operations for Behavioral Health Services, including strategic planning, scheduling, budgeting, payroll, grant reporting, policies and procedures, documentation compliance, and staff supervision. The role supports the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values and follows its policies, procedures, code of conduct, and work rules. The position coordinates staff training and competencies, supports hiring and termination, and manages schedules and responsibilities for front-office administrative staff. It supports quality assurance and performance improvement, program development and strategic partnerships, and grant writing and implementation. The Assistant Administrative Director also plans annual activities, coordinates presentations and didactic discussions, attends or presides over meetings as delegated, and carries out other duties assigned by the Administrative Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in management, social work, or a related field; a bachelor’s degree is the minimum credential requirement.
Four years of experience working in a clinical setting in the behavioral health field.
Three years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of general patient-care activities.
Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields and records.
Knowledge of regional and cultural customs and values.
General knowledge of office technologies, including computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.
Communication skills.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Interpersonal skills and teamwork.
Patient/customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to manage time and organize work efficiently; follow policies, procedures, and instructions; communicate with supervisors; and protect patient/customer confidentiality.
Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation, and consideration of others.

Responsibilities

Support Behavioral Health Services operations, including strategic planning, scheduling, budgeting, and staff supervision.
Coordinate and facilitate staff training and competencies to support compliance with CARF and state regulations and documentation requirements.
Support hiring, termination, and training of staff members.
Manage schedules and responsibilities of front-office staff, including Administrative Assistants and Specialists.
Support Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement activities and personnel.
Work with the Administrative Director to sustain and grow programs and services, including the Wellness and Training Center and other in-region higher levels of care.
Support the organization’s strategic alliances and partnerships.
Support grant writing and implementation.
Fulfill duties delegated by the Administrative Director.
Attend and preside over meetings as delegated and in the absence of the Administrative Director.
Meet at least monthly with the Clinical Director, Director of Psychological Services, Clinical Supervisors, and Administrative Director to discuss operational and programmatic concerns.
Plan and implement the annual calendar of activities, including training initiatives, special events, and official administrative acts.
Create and coordinate presentations for meetings and didactics.
Perform other duties as assigned.