Coordinates with contract agencies providing various services supporting community mental hygiene;
Researches and develops proposals and applications for funding of programs under state, federal and private grants;
Plans and designs new projects and programs;
Locates resources for new or improved services;
Develops and maintains working relationships with state and local agencies and other county services;
Provides technical assistance and training to community mental hygiene agencies in such areas as project development, interpretation of state and federal forms, and management practices;
Coordinates interdepartmental activities for community mental hygiene services;
Reviews current literature in the fields of mental health, intellectual & developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.
Benefits For You Now And Your Future
Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Pension
Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.
Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.
Starting Salary: $ 66,712
Shift:
Monday - Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time
**Sponsorship is not available for this role
Requirements
OPEN COMPETITIVE
NOTE: Additional graduate education in the Human Services from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State will substitute for non-supervisory experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of one (1) year.
ADDITIONAL POSITION DETAILS
Thorough knowledge of the methods and principles of the administration of the continuum of care for treatment, prevention, recovery, and education
Thorough knowledge of the organization of state and local governments
Thorough knowledge of all phases of project design, implementation and maintenance
Thorough knowledge of the availability of grants for programs concerned with community mental hygiene
Good knowledge of the trends, developments and current literature in the field of mental hygiene services
Ability to interpret government fiscal reporting forms and procedures
Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate with subordinate departmental and contract agency personnel
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, department administrators, and representatives of outside agencies
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
This Role Is A Provisional Appointment
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
Under general supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for coordinating and developing programs for the improvement of services overseen by the Health Department's Division of Community Mental Hygiene Services. The work involves interpreting state and federal regulations regarding the funding of programs serving individuals with substance use disorders, intellectual & developmental disabilities, and mental illness. The incumbent verifies that program staff and contracted agencies comply with departmental, local, state and federal policies/requirements. Responsibility is included for providing consultations and technical assistance in the identification, development, maintenance, and evaluation of community based mental hygiene programs. May supervise, and coordinate with, subordinate departmental and contract agency personnel. Work is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through conferences and reports.
*Does related work as required.
Shift:
Monday - Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Suffolkcountyny · Hauppauge, NY