Mental Health Program Specialist

Community Family Advocates • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Responsible for monitoring assigned Adult Mental Health Programs and performing duties in monitoring and providing technical assistance in accordance with State regulations/guidelines, County policies, Evidenced-Based practices and assigned contracts between Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) and private agencies which provide Mental Health Services.

Requirements

• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Detail oriented and conscientious about the quality of work
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Must be able to multitask, prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Must have experience working in a team environment.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess ability to do critical thinking.
• Must possess ability to do public speaking.
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in related field, and two (2) years previous experience working with individuals in the Behavioral Health field
• Possess Act 33 and 34 and FBI Clearances
• Have a valid Pennsylvania motor vehicle license, and access to a personal vehicle, able to travel, with most travel primarily in Allegheny County.
• Must have strong organizational skills
• Must have proficiency utilizing computer applications within Microsoft Office and data serving systems.
• Must have strong overall knowledge of Mental Health system.
• Full time position requiring 40 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring mental health services are being provided according to identified guidelines.
• Provides technical assistance as needed based on established standards and processes.
• Interprets, implements, and advises behavioral health providers and individuals receiving services regarding all applicable Allegheny County policies and procedures.
• Prepares required reports.
• Participates/facilitates meetings.
• Assists in the development of policy and programmatic changes based on experience working with individuals, to enhance Allegheny County mental health services.
• Works with behavioral health providers regarding problem areas and assists in the resolution of these issues.
• Participates in State licensing reviews, provides technical assistance to service providers regarding recommendations or corrective actions plans if necessary.
• Act as liaison between provider agencies and State/County Administrations.
• Provides resources and facilitates problem resolution for complex situations.
• Monitors provider agencies OBH allocations
• Completes incident reporting follow-ups.
• Provides training as needed to behavioral health providers.
• Assist with implementing new programs and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participates in DHS/OBH committee meetings.
• Maintains confidentiality and integrity with privileged information.
• Performs other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time