HYBRID - Behavioral Health Policy Deputy Director (Deputy Director 5)

What You Will Do at ODM:

Office: Policy

Classification: Deputy Director 5 (PN 20097539)

Job Overview:

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking a skilled and dynamic professional to lead the agency’s behavioral health policy initiatives. This role will focus on improving access to quality behavioral health services for Ohio’s Medicaid population by directing the development and implementation of strategic policies, collaborating with key stakeholders, and overseeing legislative and program development. The Behavioral Health Policy Deputy Director will work closely with ODM leadership and supervise a team of professionals to achieve agency goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct the development of behavioral health policy initiatives to enhance Medicaid services, focusing on service delivery, eligibility, and benefit design.

Collaborate with internal teams and sister-state agencies to implement ODM’s strategic objectives.

Conduct legislative analyses, draft proposals, and prepare policy recommendations for leadership review.

Manage stakeholder engagement efforts, including advisory groups, provider associations, and legislators.

Supervise assigned staff, including providing direction, evaluating performance, and fostering professional growth.

Monitor the progress and effectiveness of behavioral health initiatives, addressing demographic and budgetary trends.

Represent ODM at conferences, seminars, and community meetings, responding to public and government inquiries.

THIS POSITION MAY BE TELEWORK ELIGIBLE ON A HYBRID BASIS

About Us:

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.

Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.

Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.

Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.

Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.

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.

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.

THIS POSITION IS UNCLASSIFIED PER 124.11 (A) (9), OHIO REVISED CODE.

Compensation is as listed on the posting unless required by legislation or union contract.

This position is overtime exempt.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation. Or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Resumes and/or attachments are not reviewed. Therefore, please provide detail in the work experience section of your application.

Job Skills: Executive Leadership

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Health Administration, Policy Direction, Public Health

Professional Skills: Leading Others, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Coaching

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.