Healthcare Program Consultant Supervisor - Columbus

• Supervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Provides technical assistance and training within a health care specialty. 
• Plans, directs, and implements a specialty program. 
• Evaluates programs for compliance with state and/or federal guidelines. Supervises and plans work of assigned staff. 
• Assesses needs of target population. 
• Assists fiscal officers with budget preparation and monitoring. 
• Compiles reports of findings and submits in appropriate format. 
• Coordinates program with other health care providers/organizations to promote optimal implementation of program services. 
• Determines communication strategy for field staff. 
• Develops long- and short-term objectives and plans for the program.
• Develops policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines for the program. 
• Monitors, assesses and evaluates program to determine compliance with state and/or federal guidelines and progress in meeting established goals. 
• Plans, coordinates, and implements educational and training programs within the specialty. 
• Provides technical assistance and advice to develop, implement, and improve programs related to specialty. 
• Research and recommend best practices. 
• Research, prepare, and submit grant applications. 
• Reviews and interprets state and federal regulations related to the program

The Rehabilitation Chief plans, coordinates, and oversees therapeutic and rehabilitative services for individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses, ensuring program efficiency, effective treatment outcomes, and regulatory compliance. Ensures the department provides a rich and diverse therapeutic experience for our Individuals. Responsibilities include staff recruitment, direct supervision, clinical and fiscal management, and developing strategies to promote recovery and community reintegration. Acts as a liaison between treatment services staff and hospital administration. This position requires strong leadership skills. A background in human services, psychology, or a related field, combined with leadership and supervision experience and knowledge of mental health services, is required. 

Benefits

 In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. For more information, visit https://dbhdd.georgia.gov/benefits

 Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

 The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza*

 *Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.