Assistant Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care

County of Alameda•Oakland, CA

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About The Position

Under minimal direction, plans, organizes, and directs a variety of outpatient service programs for adults between the ages of 18 years and up; supervises program components servicing severely disturbed and/or substance abuse clients, including adult’s services in Alameda County Health, Behavioral Health Department (Department) responsible for the coordination and collaboration of adult services with community-based outpatient service programs; provides supervision and direction to subordinate personnel; and performs related duties as required. This is a single-position classification located in the Behavioral Health Department and reports to the Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care, Behavioral Health (Director). This employee is responsible for providing direct administrative support to the Director in the areas of organizational policy and program development relative to the adult system of care service delivery, public information/ relations activities, resolution of policy and operations problems, and also acts in the absence of the Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care, Behavioral Health. This position is distinguished from the next higher-level classification of Director, Adult/Older Adult System of Care, Behavioral Health, in that the latter is fully responsible for the operations of the system of care while this position assists the Director with managing the operations of the system of care.

Requirements

Possession of a master's degree from an accredited university in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Psychiatric Nursing or an appropriate behavioral science
The equivalent of four years of progressively responsible post-graduate supervisory and administrative experience in community organization, program planning and evaluation, budget management, fiscal management, and personnel management.
At least two (2) years of this experience should have been experience with emotionally disturbed individuals and their families in a community mental health or medical setting.
An additional two (2) years of administrative experience may substitute for two (2) of the four (4) years of supervisory experience listed above.
Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
Possession of a State license in either Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Social Work or Nursing.

Nice To Haves

be well prepared to assist with the leadership of the Adult System of Care by exemplifying high professional standards, critical thinking skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence
demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience with the adult population diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness
have experience in either private and/or public behavioral health care and previous positions of progressive leadership and responsibility
be interested in joining a progressive health care organization of passionate professionals dedicated to enhancing mental health services for the communities within Alameda County
A politically astute leader, possessing the skills necessary for identifying, navigating and successfully interacting within the dynamics of the organization while maintaining sensitivity to the competing needs of staff, and internal and external stakeholders including law enforcement, health care agencies, regional centers, oversight boards or committees, and community–based organizations.
A strong collaborator, adept in identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships to help achieve organizational goals.
An effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills focused on building an environment where diverse, multidisciplinary service delivery teams can work together to enhance the delivery of services for Alameda County communities.
A leader who manages work groups by inspiring and advising subordinates, facilitating goal accomplishment and tracking and evaluating performance to ensure success.
Able to communicate complex information to various audiences using clear, effective written and oral communication skills.
A practiced problem solver with good judgment capable of thinking logically, taking initiative and reacting calmly under pressure to arrive at sound conclusions, make well supported decisions and take appropriate action.
Able to interpret and apply federal, state and county regulations to the administration of mental health programs.

Benefits

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Share the Savings
Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
County Allowance Credit
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
12 paid holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Management Paid Leave
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
Child Care Resources
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