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State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources Substance Use Disorder Program Specialist in Augusta, Maine
Substance Use Disorder Program Specialist
Augusta , Maine , United States | Community & Social Services | Full-time | Partially remote
Apply by: July 17, 2024
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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH PLANNER IIOpening Date: July 2, 2024 Closing Date: July 17, 2024Job Class Code: 5050
Grade: 26 (P&T)
Salary: $56,264/year - $78,998.40/yearPosition Number: 9590-0098Location: This is a full-time position located in Augusta and allows for partial telework with management approval.
Core Responsibilities:
As a Substance Use Disorder Program Specialist, you will be responsible for planning, monitoring, and implementing substance use and/or mental health programs. The primary purpose of this position is to directly manage, implement, operate, evaluate, support, and administer resources in a manner compliant with SAMHS vision. You will be responsible for overseeing substance use disorder/mental health treatment contracts, reviewing and evaluating treatment programs’ contractual compliance and treatment performance, collecting and evaluating statistical data for the purpose of planning and determining payments to community related programs. This also includes providing technical assistance to state agencies, private service agencies, and the public; organizing and evaluating information and education material; coordinating program services; reviewing and assessing program funding mechanisms. This position requires regular state-wide travel, occasional out of state travel, and occasional overnight stays.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify, your background must include Bachelor’s Degree in Public/Community Health, Health Administration, Health Sciences or Health Education; Public Administration, Government, Social Work, or a closely related field and three (3) years professional experience in the planning, development, coordination, policy, and/or evaluation of health programs or services -OR- an equivalent seven (7) year combination of education, training, and experience.
State licensure LADC, CADC preferred but not required.
The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:
Knowledge and understanding of substance use/mental health disorders.
Knowledge and understanding of substance use programs, services, and policies.
Experience providing technical assistance to agencies, private service agencies, and the public.
Experience providing chart and site audits of providers.
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Agency information:
TheDepartment of Health and Human Services (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/) (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.
The Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) within DHHS is responsible for providing leadership and active partnership in Maine’s comprehensive system of support to communities and individuals with substance use and mental health conditions through a network of community providers.
The OBH takes responsibility for a behavioral health continuum of care that serves the whole person, the whole community. We promote a population health approach that includes a full spectrum of services from early intervention, treatment, crisis care, to recovery. Our role is to ensure Mainers with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders are not just symptom free but living a life of dignity, hope, and meaning. We partner with providers, communities, and citizens to offer support, resources, education, training, technical assistance, and services.
Application Information:
Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.
For more information about this position, please contact Katherine Coutu at Katherine.coutu@maine.gov .
To apply, please upload a current resume, a cover letter addressing the 4 competency areas listed in the requirements section and a copy of post-secondary transcripts.
To request a paper application, please contact Ashley.Smith@Maine.gov (Ashley.Vigue@Maine.gov) .
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $13,172.88 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
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As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.