Program Director, Office of Behavioral Health Promotion & Prevention

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Boston, MA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Behavioral Health Promotion and Prevention, part of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH), is seeking a dedicated Program Director to play an essential role in shaping statewide initiatives aimed at advancing behavioral health and wellness. As a strategic leader, this individual will guide the daily operations of the office, ensuring that programs are effectively executed and grants are managed with precision. Working in close partnership with the Assistant Commissioner and collaborating with key state agencies, the Program Director will work to advance health equity and oversee the development of vital behavioral health promotion and prevention initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to create meaningful impact through statewide awareness initiatives, leveraging evidence-based and evidence-informed practices, as well as trauma-informed strategies, to promote behavioral health and prevent mental illness, including substance use. This role requires a dynamic leader capable of overseeing complex, grant-funded projects while maintaining a strong focus on compliance, reporting, and outcome evaluation. The Program Director will also manage interagency collaborations, provide critical training and technical assistance, and lead statewide behavioral health campaigns. If you are passionate about promoting behavioral health and improving lives across the state, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to influence change on a large scale.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in program management, preferably in behavioral health or public health sectors.
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of health equity principles and their application in behavioral health.
Strong understanding of evidence-based practices in behavioral health promotion and Prevention.
Proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and manage cross-functional teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in technical grant writing, policy development, and implementation.
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
Ability to analyze program data, and information concerning program operations to evaluate effectiveness.
Commitment to developing and cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment.
Ability to provide career development by fostering the long-term learning or development of others.
Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Bilingual or multilingual fluency.
Five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management.
At least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity.

Nice To Haves

Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations of the Office of Behavioral Health Promotion and Prevention, supporting strategic goals set by the Assistant Commissioner.
Oversee the development and management of grants to support behavioral health promotion and prevention initiatives, ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
Coordinate activities across the Executive Office, state agencies, and commissions to advance behavioral health and wellness efforts.
Lead the implementation of statewide behavioral health education and awareness initiatives, fostering public understanding and engagement.
Supervise data collection, analysis efforts, and the dissemination of evidence-based practices to promote effective behavioral health interventions.
Ensure the application of health equity principles across all behavioral health promotion programs and initiatives.
Provide leadership in managing interagency collaborations, aligning efforts to support behavioral health and wellness goals.
Oversee budget oversight, progress reporting, and outcome evaluations for grant-funded projects to ensure accountability and effectiveness.
Develop and execute the annual behavioral health promotion plan, aligning activities with statewide priorities and strategic initiatives.
Address operational challenges and provide solutions to day-to-day matters as directed by the Assistant Commissioner.