Deputy Director, Behavioral Health

Summary

Deschutes County Health Services supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health and safety of the community in a broad variety of community based settings. Deschutes County Behavioral Health (DCBH) is the Community Mental Health Program providing safety net and core clinical services for community members in Deschutes County dealing with mental health and substance use conditions.

DCBH is also a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). As such, DCBH relies on multi‑disciplinary teams to provide innovative, evidence based, recovery oriented services in behavioral healthcare settings co‑located with physical health providers.

To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click. ABOUT THE COUNTY:
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices. Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon.

We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big‑city opportunities and small‑town neighborhoods. We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

The Behavioral Health Deputy Director serves as a member of the department’s senior level management team and is responsible for the oversight of a wide variety of behavioral health programs, program integration, and care coordination. Ensures the quality of clinical services, acts as a key resource to the department and its services, and serves as a liaison between the Department and the community.

• Provides extensive and highly skilled administrative and clinical supervision over the Behavioral Health division.
• Demonstrates a significant knowledge of services provided in the area of oversight.
• Oversees, monitors, and manages the work of program managers, supervisors, licensed providers, or other professional staff.
• Provides leadership and direction to teams and organizations regarding strategic planning, clinical services, program development, policy creation, and procedural standards.
• Maintains and provides a strong knowledge of evidence-based practices in establishing and developing programs, systems, policies, and procedures.
• Meets, engages, and collaborates with county leaders and community partners; builds and develops strong relationships, promotes healthcare transformation, and creates visions for goals, objectives, and desired outcomes.
• Monitors operations; develops recommendations for improving the operations and processes.
• Assesses, evaluates, and makes recommendations regarding psychiatry and complex mental health challenges; provides skilled psychiatric services to individuals or groups.

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Federal, state and county laws, codes, rules, and regulations governing health services.
• Oregon Administrative rules and standards.
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.
• Regional health protocols and compliance standards for health issues.
• Research and statistical evaluation principles and methods.
• Techniques for investigating and resolving health issues.
• Healthcare transformation and vision development.
• Applicable federal, state, and local compliance laws and statutes.

• Interpreting and applying County, state, and federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations.
• Providing oversight, supervision, and recommendations to healthcare professionals.
• Applying behavioral health principles and practices in a regulatory environment.
• Working effectively with others to develop solutions for healthcare problems.
• Solving complex medical issues and managing legal issues for staff.
• Leading creative, innovative, and progressive thinking in a fast‑paced environment.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Assessing…