Job Posting Title

Programs Manager III

Agency

452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.

Supervisory Organization

Central Office - Quality and Safety

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

January 17, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$76,600.00yr $36.826923hr

Job Description

Programs Manager III

About the Position: The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) is seeking a Program Manager III to join the Addiction Services Division at the Central Office in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Reporting directly to the Addiction Services Director, this high-level position plays a critical role in the division’s day-to-day operations. This individual will oversee multiple programs, manage grants, and supervise team members, ensuring effective service delivery and strategic alignment. Key responsibilities include leading strategic planning, high-level decision-making, and implementation efforts. This position involves working closely with the director to address service-related challenges, as well as collaborating with state and federal agencies to ensure compliance and effective service delivery. Additionally, this individual will establish program standards, manage division budgets, and support the professional development of staff. This position requires a proactive leader with exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive the success of addiction services across Oklahoma.

Job Type/Salary:

• Application period: 01/14/25 – 01/31/25
• Full-time
• Vacancies: one
• Annual Salary is $76,600.00
• Primary Working Hours are M-F; 8-5
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s ’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, business administration or a closely related field
• Minimum of four years of experience in the administration of related behavioral health services and/or experience in the provision of direct care services in an addiction treatment setting
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience
• Possess a thorough knowledge of best practices for substance use and co-occurring treatment and recovery
• Preference may be given to Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioners or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors
• Note: No substitution will be allowed for the required supervisory experience or education below bachelor’s degree.

Special Requirements:

• Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license
• Applicants must apply to posting with a resume

Benefit Highlights:

ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.   Our benefits include:

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service
• Training opportunities for CEU requirements

About us: Within this division of ODMHSAS, our employees help support community providers who are providing substance abuse and mental health services to all Oklahomans, including children, youth, and families across the state. We do this through ongoing training, support, and technical assistance for our contracted and state-operated providers, juvenile drug courts, family drug courts, and other community providers. Additionally, ODMHSAS serves as the state authority on behavioral health policy and administrative rules, as well as administering Oklahoma’s Behavioral Health Medicaid program.

PIN:1001

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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