Program Administrator II Mental Health
State of MarylandIntroduction
GRADE
17
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH Behavioral Health Administration, Catonsville MD
Main Purpose of Job
This position functions as the Manager, Continuum of Care and Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness and serves as a part of the leadership/managerial team at the Behavioral Health
Administration (BHA) supervising the Continuum of Care (CoC) team. This position facilitates
the development of quality, affordable housing opportunities and evidence-based programs and
services that are responsive to the needs and preferences of recipients of behavioral health
services within the least restrictive setting possible by providing leadership and direction to the
day-to-day operation of the BHA’s Continuum of Care (CoC) Housing Program and supervises
and manages the day-to-day operation of the statewide Projects in Assistance to Transition from
Homelessness (PATH) formula grant program.
housing authorities, Local Behavioral Health Authorities (LBHA), Core Service Agencies
(CSA), stakeholders and advocacy organizations to participate in the planning, developing,
monitoring, managing, and implementing the Continuum of Care (CoC) Housing Program and
the Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) Grants. The position
provides day to day oversight for housing and homeless supports, initiatives, and grants totaling
more than $7,000,000 in federal grant funds (CoC), and PATH).
individuals who have substance related and/or psychiatric disorders. In recognition that housing
is a conduit to health and recovery for individuals with behavioral health disorders and that
health and recovery are foundational elements in BHA’s mission, this position is a catalyst for
housing and recovery support evidence-based and promising practices and remains critical to the
fulfillment of the agency mission.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nursing, social work, psychology, education, counseling, or a related field.
Experience: Six (6) years professional experience in health services, three (3) years must have been in Mental Health professional work related to treatment and development of mentally ill patients and three (3) years must have been at the managerial or supervisory level.
Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree or a Doctorate degree in a health or human services field from an accredited college or university for up to two years of the required general experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in another field plus an additional year of professional experience in health services for the required education.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Health Services Administration specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The desired candidate should possess:
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.