Chief Executive Officer at The Department of Children and Families in Middletown, Connecticut

Job Description:

Introduction

TheState of Connecticut,
Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care
agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons
with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive,
effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect,
and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

Are you dedicated and committed to
improving the lives of others? Do you want to make an impact while
participating in a dynamichealth care environment in the public sector?
If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our Leadership
teamcommitted to the goal of making a difference in individuals with
mental health and/or addiction challenges.

The DMHAS, Whiting Forensic Hospital
(WFH), currently seeks qualified individuals for the position of Mental Health
Superintendent 2 (Chief Executive Officer) located in Middletown, CT. This is a
full-time, 40 hours per week position. The work schedule is Monday
through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,with on-call and
on-siteresponsibilities. The positionwill requiretravel
throughout the state. The position number is 127360.

You will discover the opportunity to:

• Be responsible for running a
  maximum security state hospital;


• Provide leadership in the planning,
  development and directing of all clinical, administrative and support services
  programs in accordance with policies and procedures established by the
  Commissioner;


• Ensure that the hospital is at all times aligned with current
  state and federal guidelines; and


• Provide the necessary leadership required to
  maintain accreditation by regulatory bodies such as the Joint Commission.

We specialize in providing inpatient services to
individuals involved in the criminal justice system. The hospital consists of
91 maximum security beds and 138 enhanced security beds. Services are
provided to individuals who are admitted under the following categories:
Psychiatric Security Review Board commitment, Criminal court order for
restoration of competency to stand trial, Civil commitment (voluntary or
involuntary) and Transfer from the Department of Correction (during period of
incarceration or at end of sentence). Discharge options are dependent on legal
status and the purpose of admission.

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We participate in
acompetitive benefits planthat includes healthcare coverage, a
retirement plan as well as paid time off! We encourage ahealthy work-life balanceto all employees.

Selection Plan

This position will be filled in
accordance with contractual language,reemployment, SEBAC, transfer,
promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who meetthe Minimum
Qualifications - as listed on the job opening - will be considered for this
role, as determined by qualifications stated on the submitted
application.

The minimum experience and training requirements
must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise
specified.

This posting may require completion of additional referral
questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The
email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit
(Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications.
Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in
error.

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable
to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.

Applications
to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.

Please ensure that your
application is complete and you have included your resume in the "Resume Tab"
of your application as you will be unable to make revisions once you submit
your application into the JobAps system. Individuals considered for
interview will be required to submit additional documentation supporting their
qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance
reviews, attendance, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure,
etc. You do not have to attach these documents to your application.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Doreen
Clemson atDoreen.Clemson@ct.govor (860) 785-9855.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Mental Health and Addiction Services and Correction, this class is accountable for developing and directing the clinical and administrative programs and operations.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Directs the clinical and administrative programs and operations of the facility or community mental health center.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Plans, develops and directs clinical and administrative programin accordance with policies established by Commissioner; participates in planning and development of mental health systems; participates in policy and subcommittee meetings; presides at administrative conferences with department heads to formulate policies to meet needs; develops and monitors programs; confers with visitors, relatives and professional consultants regarding patients/clients andagency practices; insures conformance of all procedures and programs with statutory laws governing patients/clients with mental illness; directs preparation of budget in conjunction with department heads; directs and coordinates with department heads tasks necessary to maintain accreditation by Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of behavioral health policies and systems; considerable knowledge of principles and practices of public and/or health care administration; considerable knowledge of managed health care systems; considerable knowledge of mental health program planning and development; knowledge of quality assessment and/or improvement techniques andaccreditation body standards; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable ability to collaborate within department, state, community and agency constituent groups; ability to analyze fiscal data and prepare budgets.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Master's degree or higher in a health related field and at least seven (7) years of managerial experience in hospital, health, or mental health administration.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Our ideal candidate will possess
experience in the following:

• Interagency and/or interdisciplinary
  collaborations;


• Behavioral Health Systems and Forensic
  Services;


• Policies, procedures and programming of state agency departments
  including Corrections, Children & Families, Developmental Services; Criminal
  Court, Court Support Service System and law enforcement;


• Working in federal,
  state or local government settings;and


• Communicating, writing and
  presenting to variety of audiences including senior government officials,
  business executives, law enforcement, and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess the appropriate current license in one of the following areas: clinical psychology, marital and family therapist, professional counselor, registered nurse, clinical psychology, alcohol and drug abuse counselor, medicine or psychiatry.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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