Mental Health Administrator 5 (Director of Performance Improvement)

Organization

Behavioral Health - Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information: Bernadette Dudley (330) 467-7131 Ext. 2335

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Northcoast Behavioral Health

1756 Sagamore Road

Northfield 44067

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Northfield

Compensation: $92,310 - $131,893

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Classified Indicator: Unclassified

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Mental Health

Technical Skills: Regulatory Compliance, Behavioral Health, Executive Leadership, Mental Health, Planning and Development, Policy Direction

Professional Skills: Active Learning, Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Developing Others, Innovation, Organizing and Planning, Presenting, Continuous Improvement

Agency Overview

Performance Improvement Director
Mental Health Administrator 5
Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare

Who we are:

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

DBH Values:

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.

Job Description

What you’ll do at DBH:

The Director of Performance Improvement will develop and implement performance improvement and quality assurance plans on a system wide basis while coordinating with the DBH Hospital Services.

• Work with the Hospital Executive Committee (HEC), department heads, committee chairs and team leaders
• Examine current PI/QA plans, and policies in order to make recommendations for changes
• Develop and implement programs, policies and plans for Active Psychiatric Treatment and Recovery programs
• Develop methods to assure the facility's performance
• Promote a continuous state of readiness to assure compliance with all accrediting and certifying agencies
• Monitor The Joint Commission (TJC) required functions
• Oversee the Peer Review Nurses chart review process to ensure quality of care and compliance
• Coordinate the management of the national bench-marketing data through N.R.I.
• Prepare and submit computer generated reports
• Keep abreast of current trends and changes
• Participate in and or chairs committees, PI/QA teams; attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions
• Serves as legal liaison to DBH legal staff and the Attorney General's Office

This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay range of 15 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm (Flexible Schedule). This position is located at our Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare location, located at 1756 Sagamore Rd Northfield, Ohio 44067.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Additional Salary / Appointment Information:

Longevity supplement at 5 years of service

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Position Qualifications:

Completion of undergraduate core program in business administration or mental health technology (e.g., psychology, rehabilitation, social work); 12 mos. exp. in area to be assigned.

OR

completion of graduate core program in public administration or business administration.

OR

12 mos. exp. as Mental Health Administration 4, 65224, in Department of Mental Health. Note: prior training &/or experience must be directly related to area to be assigned.

OR

The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Primary Job Skill: Mental Health
Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Executive Leadership, Mental Health, Policy Direction, Regulatory Compliance, Planning and Development,
Professional Skills: Active Learning, Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Developing Others, Innovation, Presenting, Organizing and Planning

Required Educational Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Supplemental Information

Application Procedures
To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, “see resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.

Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Rule 5122-7-21, “Background check on applicants,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at andrew.seifert@dbh.ohio.gov or 614-466-8884.

All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.