Job Description

Description of Work

The Human Services Program Manager II position is located at Tabor Correctional Institution in West Tabor, NC and works in the Behavioral Health Section of the Department of Adult Corrections. This position reports directly to the Human Services Program Manager III.

The Human Services Program Manager II (HSPM II) is responsible for program management and supervision of the Outpatient program at Southern Correctional Institution. Work involves planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating the system for delivery of mental health services, providing direct psychological services to offenders with a range of emotional and behavioral issues, and serving as a liaison between subordinate staff and management at Southern Correctional Institution.

The Human Services Program Manager II will establish program goals and objectives, set priorities and deadlines, and work with multidisciplinary staff to accomplish goals and address service delivery needs. This position provides input to facility and agency management on policy and service delivery issues and supervises staff to ensure operations are consistent with the overall mission of Behavioral Health. Program responsibilities include coordinating behavioral health services, developing work plans for mental health staff, consulting with the psychiatric provider at the institution, and managing behavioral health staff to ensure staffing patterns and resources meet anticipated demands, training needs and licensure requirements. The range of clinical duties includes mental health triage/screening, crisis intervention, mental health assessment and treatment planning, individual and group therapy, suicide/self-injury assessment and management, and Restrictive Housing reviews and evaluations. The Human Services Program Manager II may also conduct risk assessments on offenders with a history of violent or sexual crimes and may be required to travel to other facilities to complete HUB-related duties, as clinically relevant and necessary for behavioral health system function, as directed by the Human Services Program Manager III.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed "eligible" for the position. Therefore, you must demonstrate through documented experience or provide supporting information within the body of your application to demonstrate your possession of ALL KSAs listed.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Considerable understanding of the policies, procedures and funding mechanisms of the state and federal programs that govern area of assignment.
• Considerable knowledge of compliance monitoring, program reviews, resource management, appeals, records and documentation.
• Considerable knowledge of best practices, national trends and policy initiatives that impact the service delivery system.
• Skill in the analysis and evaluation of programs and developing/presenting reports.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff from Federal, State, and local agencies as well as clients, general public, and private service providers.
• Demonstrated skill in leadership, planning, budgeting, management and organizational skills.
• Ability to understand the application of automation to the program area assigned.
• Ability to manage a staff of professional and support positions in a large program.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with Division staff, other state agencies, service providers, stakeholder groups, legislative committees, and various advisory councils.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with .

Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC20. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master\'s degree in a disciple specific to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in the area of assignment, including two years in a supervisory or consultative capacity;

or Bachelor\'s degree in a discipline specific to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of experience in the area of assignment, including two years in a supervisory or consultative capacity;

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

About the NC Department of Adult Correction (DAC):
DAC is the largest state agency with more than 26,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation. We have a mission that matters!

The North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veteran\'s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Kristin Siemek, or 984-236-0853.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

State of North Carolina