Job details
Salary $27.20 an hour job type full-time
Full job description
Overview
Children`s mental health care managers provide consultation, education and technical assistance to local designated agencies around the vermont system of care and how to meet the needs of children/youth with significant mental health needsCare managers provide clinical care management and funding authorization to access and/or transition to the appropriate level of care in the continuum of services - including intensive community-based services, crisis beds, residential, and inpatient psychiatric hospitalizationSignificant work facilitating complex team/family situations and helping treatment teams identify and access the best course of treatment for complex youthThis position also participates in regular quality oversight and improvement efforts in the community-based mental health systemAdditionally, care managers work with state and local partners to address gaps, improve treatment options, and participate in local and statewide initiatives to address the mental health of all vermontersPosition based in waterbury, with possibility of partial telework option.
Who may apply
This position, children`s mental health care manager (job requisition #21727) , is open to all state employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact dana.robson@vermont.gov .
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mailYou must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Ahs background checks: candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the positionIn accordance with ahs policy 4.02, hiring standards, vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as dmv and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an ahs classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (rif) rights.
Beginning september 15, 2021, state of vermont executive branch employees must attest to being fully vaccinated against the covid-19 virus or be subject to regular covid-19 testing and masking requirements.
Class definition
Utilization review and clinical care oversight at a professional level for the department of mental health (dmh) involving interagency blending of services for children, adolescents, and familiesExtensive liaison work with act264 partners within the local and state interagency teams and integrating family servicesSignificant work with other human service and behavioral programs, public and private, statewide, children/ youth and their families, education and agency of human services directors, managers, and supervisors, client advocates, and the general publicExtensive computer work to monitor fiscal activity, clinical services, and tracking clinical data to assess outcomesWork is performed under the general direction of the operations chief and director of children`s services, with input from the dmh medical director and the mental health directorAll employees of the agency of human services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships and results orientation.
Environmental factors
Duties are performed primarily in a standard office settingInteraction with government staff, representatives of other human service organizations, and families and consumers is frequent and may involve conflict and strong feelingsTact and diplomacy are neededFrequent travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation should be availableSome evening and weekend work and some out-of-state travel may be required.
Minimum qualifications
Master`s degree or higher in social work, psychology, counseling, education, or a closely related field and three (3) years or more of experience at an administrative or supervisory level of responsibility, including programs which provide direct services to children or adolescents with behavioral health needs.
Preferred qualifications
Licensure in a mental health or related clinical field.
Special requirements
Must have experience with act 264, the coordinated service planning process, and vermont`s system of care.
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the positionIn accordance with ahs policy 4.02, hiring standards, vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as dmv and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an ahs classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (rif) rights.
Total compensation as a state employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it`s more than a paycheckThe state`s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
80% state paid medical premium
Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Two ways to save for your retirement: a state defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Work/life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
Low cost group life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Incentive-based wellness program
Qualified employer for public service student loan forgiveness program
Want the specifics? explore the benefits of state employment on our websiteEqual opportunity employer the state of vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsThe state does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, hiv status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental statusThe state’s employment decisions are merit-basedRetaliatory adverse employment actions by the state are forbidden.
