Manager I/II (Collaborative Courts)

• Plan, implement, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and staff of the Collaborative Courts Division of the Adult System of Care
• Responsible for managing all aspects and tasks related to the planning and implementation of the Reintegration Support Team
• Accountable for ongoing key processes 
• Provides leadership and oversight of staff mental health assessments, substance use disorder assessments, and ongoing behavioral health care treatment
• Participate as a positive contributing member within a collaborative team; utilizing conflict resolution techniques
• Meet deadlines and specific time frames
• Work effectively; establish and maintain good working relationships with all levels of internal and external customers
• Develop, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Generate reports and correspondence that are effective, accurate and timely
• Lead an effective multi-disciplinary team
• Communicate with co-workers and community agencies and members of the public
• Provide a strong commitment to and demonstrate skills in the provision of culturally competent services to diverse populations, consistently utilizing multicultural skills, knowledge and experience
• Strategically build and maintain relationships with community partners across the County, and participate in a wide range of community collaborative and capacity building efforts, and provide education to reduce stigma; 
• Monitor overall program compliance to all department policies to ensure that program meets Medi-Cal standards 
• Develop and maintain effective communication and reporting mechanisms
• Maintain accurate records and files
• Other duties as assigned
  

• Active listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Communicate effectively — Orally and in writing, in order to make presentations and recommendations to individuals, groups and public boards.
• Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Critical thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Complex problem solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  Federal, State and local laws.
• Instructing —Teaching others how to do something.
• Judgement and decision making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Management of personnel resources — Motivating developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
• Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
• Reading Comprehension.
• Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
• Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Strategic Planning — Establish goals and objectives, participate in strategic planning and outcome measurement.
• Time Management — Manage tasks appropriately to accommodate multiple deadlines.
• Writing / Speaking — Communicating effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  
  

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling, or a closely related field; AND
  

• One (1) year of lead or supervisory experience overseeing functions in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible management or program coordinator experience in a public or private human services organization performing duties comparable to a Stanislaus County Manager.

• Possess and maintain a valid license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Clinical Psychologist, Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
  

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. 
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. 
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. 
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification.  Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

• Pass County-paid pre-employment job-related background investigation.
• Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
• Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.

Salary : $71,656 - $120,224