Crises Care Unit , Chief

Overview

Work Location: Sacramento County

Job Description And Duties

Why Join DHCS: The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

About this Role: Under the general direction of the Supervisor II (Sup II), the Unit Chief, a Supervisor I leads the Crisis Care Unit (CCU) and plays a key role in the development, implementation, and oversight of critical behavioral health initiatives. These include the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, the Medi-Cal Mobile Crisis Services benefit, and the Recovery Incentives Program—each designed to deliver lifesaving interventions to California’s high-risk populations.

The Unit Chief provides leadership and subject matter expertise in crisis care services, supporting the Crisis Care Section through: technical assistance, program planning and evaluation, policy development and analysis, budgeting and fiscal oversight, and program monitoring and performance improvement.

The incumbent is expected to lead a multidisciplinary team effectively, apply logical and creative problem-solving approaches, and use a range of analytical methods to address complex policy and operational challenges. The Unit Chief is also responsible for presenting data-driven recommendations, both orally and in writing, and for advising executive leadership and stakeholders on matters related to crisis care services.

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Classification

Note:

This classification was previously known as the Staff Services Manager I classification and is now referred to as the Supervisor I classification, effective January 1, 2026.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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Working Conditions

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Job Code #: JC-503532

Position #(s): -009

Working Title: CRISES CARE UNIT 1, CHIEF

Classification: SUPERVISOR I

Salary: $7,172.00 - $8,910.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information: The Department of Health Care Services’ (DHCS’) purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all. DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce which reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunities.

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To learn more about DHCS : DHCS  Strategic Plan (ca.gov)

Simple Application Steps: If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:

• Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Supervisor I. See the Minimum Requirements section above.
• Complete the supplemental application and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.
• Submit your application package with all required…