Regional Behavioral Health Coordinator Central Office

Job Description:

Regional Behavioral Health Coordinator Central Office

Description

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. C orrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.

We offer great benefits!

Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program.

This position will be based out of the Department of Correction's Central Office location in Jefferson City, MO. Alternative work locations may be discussed.

Guiding contract and departmental behavioral health substance use service delivery, including auditing and oversight; direct supervision of behavioral health substance use staff at Central Office and remote locations across the state; leading the department's substance use initiatives, assisting with planning and policy/procedure development regarding behavioral health substance use services and other programming as needed; assisting with departmental strategic planning and other executive-level decision making; collaborating with other divisions, departments, and other internal and external stakeholders to include being a member on various committees and work groups; and ensuring department programs meet constitutional and statute regulations. Periodic travel throughout the state is necessary. Position will report to Deputy Division Director of Integrated Care.

Preferred Qualifications:

The successful applicant will have at least five or more years of experience overseeing substance use treatment services. Experience may be a combination of clinical, administrative, and management duties.

Correctional experience preferred but not required.

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.

Some positions are eligible for a shift differential of $173.34 semi-monthly, which is provided to employees with shifts that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, and who work at a 24/7 worksite (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center), or whose work requires regular visits to these locations. If selected for interview, eligibility may be discussed at that time with the hiring manager.

The Department of Corrections is the only State agency that currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of service up to 20 years.

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

Salary:

$85,499.28 per Year