Hybrid - Mental Health Administrator 4

Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.

The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.

No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Tamara Hairston at or by email at .

What will you do?

Monitors Statewide Developmental Center (DC) Programs to ensure compliance with state and federal Medicaid Regulations & Licensure Rules (e.g. HCFA IFC/DD Medicaid Licensure Rules and ACDD Standards, Health Services, Medical Care Plan, etc.).

Oversees audit team involved in the monitoring of all phases of Developmental Center programs.

Coordinates activities and directs monitoring functions of mock survey team comprised of specialists from Central Office and developmental centers.

Ensures compliance with Licensure Rules.

Assists Developmental Center staff in preparation and monitoring of Plans of Correction.

Attends Medicaid exit conferences on department’s behalf.

Consults with and advises Developmental Center Program and technical staff on matters related to interpretation of laws, rules & regulations controlling ICF/DD facilities.

Provides technical assistance regarding program changes and implementation of departmental programs.

Conducts special studies, analysis & measures standards & practices for trends of programs as required by Quality Enhancement Director.

Writes reports and correspondence to document, explain and Implement programs.

Create & conduct training programs relevant to Medicaid and ICF/DD compliance issues which directly impact on the certification of Developmental Centers.

Writes reports, maintains compliance files and assists in maintaining reference materials which are state-of-the-art resources for state-wide use.

Keeps abreast of national trends in area of Quality Systems, attends training programs and seminars as required.

Assist all DCs on site as required by Quality Enhancement Administrator.

Works with the QE Administrator (MHA 6) and the DC’s on the focus of Residential Goals.

Works alongside the DC in helping to bring awareness and acknowledges the role trauma, both mentally and physically, may play in a person’ s life.

Monitors processes put into place and helps create new processes that will improve the overall quality of life of the individuals who live at the DC’s.

Work in collaboration with the TIC Administrator on coordinating, encouraging and promoting Trauma Informed Care in the DCs.

Monitor and assist the DCs in working towards the Residential Goas; promoting positive outcomes for the people servied by encouraging awareness, choice and empowerment.

Monitors and develops systems which can respond to trauma and one that focuses on improving the quality of life of the people who live at the DC.

**This position is hybrid under the agency's current telework agreement.**

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

For all “programmatic” positions, completion of undergraduate core program in one of following fields\: mental health & developmental disabilities technology, social work or comparable field (e.g., child & family community services), special education, psychology or rehabilitation or 24 mos. exp. in development & implementation of treatment/ habilitation plans for persons who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled & working as part of interdisciplinary team to assess consumers'/residents' needs & abilities; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state & federal regulations, standards & court orders governing care, custody, treatment, programming & environment of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers, or regulating drug treatment center operations or federally funded drug abuse services, or governing delivery of psychiatric services in adult correctional institution, or affecting community mental health programs (i.e., category of state & federal regulations, standards & court orders must be linked directly to type of facility & services being provided). For all “administration staff” positions, completion of undergraduate core program in business administration/management sciences or 12 mos. exp. developing goals, objectives, policies & procedures of operational unit or program of agency or firm & monitoring implementation of same. In addition to one of preceding categories (i.e., programmatic positions or administrative staff), 6 mos. trg. in supervisory principles/techniques or 6 mos. exp. scheduling, monitoring & evaluating personnel; 6 mos. trg. in budgeting or 6 mos. exp. determining budget needs & spending for operational unit or program of agency or firm; 6 mos. trg. in employee training & development or 6 mos. exp. writing training materials or conducting training; 3 mos. trg. in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling personnel for adequate coverage & making staff projections.

-Or 6 mos. exp. as Mental Health Administrator 3, 65223.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Mental Health

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

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Accepting applications for Mental Health Administrator 4

Who Are We?

The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. To learn more about DODD click here.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.