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Summary
San Joaquin County is seeking a strategic, results-driven professional to serve as the Deputy Director of Behavioral Health Services – Administrative. This at-will, executive-level position plays a pivotal leadership role within the Behavioral Health Services Department and reports directly to the Senior Deputy Director of Behavioral Health Services. This position will oversee the BHS Housing Team, which is responsible for Transitional Housing programs, apartment programming/operations, Mental Health Block Grant contracts, and Member Employment Services. The successful candidate will also collaborate across departments and with community partners to support initiatives that improve access to safe and stable housing—a critical component of behavioral health and overall well-being. This role is exempt from the San Joaquin County Civil Service System.
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Job Description
Typical Duties
Responsibilities and duties assigned to this position may expand beyond those identified below.
- Builds and maintains relationships with collaborative partners such as the Housing Authority and Continuum of Care Committee.
- Plans, develops, manages, and coordinates housing resources for qualified BHS members.
- Contract management, annual planning, development of Request for Proposals and program implementation
- Directs administrative operations to maximize efficiency, improve service levels, reduce costs, and ensure effective utilization of available resources
- Provides strategic leadership through communication, demonstration, and accomplishment of the organizational mission, vision, and values.
- Through subordinate managers and supervisors, oversees and directs a multi-disciplinary staff engaged in administrative and support services; monitors staff work activities and responsibilities
- Direct personnel matters, including employee selection, assignment, evaluation, and staff development training
- Reviews proposals for behavioral/mental health services submitted by community agencies and individuals
- May write proposals to obtain state or federal funding
- Negotiates with contract agencies for services
- Monitors areas of assignment for compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations; attends state and county meetings and trainings.
For a complete list of potential responsibilities, please review the job description on our website.
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Job Requirements
Desirable Qualifications
Education: Possession of a master’s degree in business or public administration, social work, counseling, nursing, psychology, or closely related field.
Experience: Five years of managerial experience in a public health care agency or program, including at least two years managing behavioral health clinical program services and activities.
Additional knowledge of Medi-Cal and Behavioral Health delivery system transformations, as well as experience implementing new mandates or programs, is highly preferred.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
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Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Joaquin County
Show moreSan Joaquin County - Greatness Grows Here
The County offers a unique opportunity to enjoy natural California beauty and nature, or music, arts and culture - from the waters of the Delta to the vast vineyards, San Joaquin County has it all. The region boasts some of the finest opportunities in the state for boating, fishing, camping, history-gathering, or just plain fun in the sun. For those times when a change of pace is desired, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park are all within 90 minutes of San Joaquin County.
San Joaquin County is one of the most agriculturally rich regions in California. Twenty-four thousand acres of farmland are dedicated to the production of asparagus. Wine grapes are also a leading crop in the county and wineries and vineyards have sprung up from Stockton to Lodi. Lodi was named Wine Enthusiasts Wine Region of the Year in 2015.
The regional arts and culture scene offers treasures such as the Haggin Museum, San Joaquin County Historical Museum, and the Children's Museum of Stockton. The Stockton Symphony, San Joaquin County Ballet, Bob Hope Theater, and Stockton Civic Center are popular venues for entertainment.
San Joaquin County also has a robust educational environment. The County’s 17 school districts provide families with a wide array of choices for their children's educational development. The University of the Pacific, California State University, Stanislaus - Stockton Center, Humphreys College and School of Law, National University and San Joaquin Delta Community College offer a variety of choices for advanced education.
Homes and apartments are plentiful and the median home price in the San Joaquin County is affordable compared to other nearby areas. Convenient, comfortable housing is available in most sections of the County. New homes abound in both the south and north area; historic homes are found primarily in central Stockton and downtown Lodi.
COUNTY EMPLOYMENT
One of the richest benefits offered to County employees is the opportunity to be a public servant and provide essential services to the constituents of San Joaquin County. Employees are proud that their hard work makes a difference in the community and receive great satisfaction that there is a link between their service and the betterment of the quality of life in San Joaquin County.
The County provides career employment opportunities in many areas including law enforcement, social services, health services and many more. The County employees over 6,000 full time employees and serves a population of over 700,000 residents. The County operates a jail, hospital, children’s shelter, and several regional parks.
There are many opportunities for career progression within San Joaquin County in the fields of accounting, clerical support, dispatching, medical records, hospital patient registration, social services, eligibility work, social service case management, public safety, and many other areas. Visit our website to see classification descriptions of positions and to seek information about County departments.
COMPENSATION and BENEFITS
In addition to competitive base salary, most full time positions will also offer a generous benefit package.
In addition to the base salary, the County offers:
- Health, Dental and Vision plan coverage
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with some positions being offered a County matching contribution
- A Defined Benefit retirement plan with reciprocity with many public sector retirement systems including CalPERS.
- 125 Flex Benefits Plan
- 12 days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation
- Vacation leave ranging from 10 days a year up to 23 days depending on length of service
- 10-14 paid holidays per year
- Other benefits and compensation may be provided depending on the position
- A robust Employee Engage & Development Program
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