What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Behavioral Health Liaison position at ND Health and Human Services?
Southeast Human Service Center - Fargo, ND - Community Behavioral Health Liaison
Be part of the solution to the behavioral health crisis. As a team member for ND Department of Health & Human Services, you will ensure the most vulnerable have access to a high-quality healthcare system in which prevention works, treatment is effective, and people recover.
About Us: At the Southeast Human Service Center (SEHSC), we are dedicated to making behavioral health care more accessible to everyone. As part of our desire to move towards becoming a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), we are dedicated to providing comprehensive, community-based mental health and substance use services. Our mission is to drive systemic change and improve community well-being through strong partnerships and innovative solutions. We're seeking a dynamic individual to join our management team as a Liaison, working to strengthen and expand our community partnerships.
Role Overview: As the Southeast Human Service Center Community Behavioral Liaison, you will play a crucial role in advancing our mission by facilitating and nurturing relationships with community stakeholders. Your exceptional communication skills and leadership abilities will be key in driving systemic improvements and ensuring our services reach those who need them most.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, stakeholders, and partners.
- Collaborate with SEHSC's management team to align community engagement efforts with our strategic goals.
- Represent SEHSC in various forums, meetings, and public events to advocate for behavioral health care accessibility.
- Identify opportunities for partnership and systemic change to enhance the effectiveness of our services.
- Monitor and assess the impact of community initiatives and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
To be considered for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, education, sociology, medical management, nursing or business administration and two years' experience working in a human services/ behavioral health clinic or facility. OR a master's degree in one of the above fields. Prefer knowledge of community resources and services related to healthcare, social services, and mental health.
This position requires a valid driver's license and successful completion of the assigned defensive driving course during new-hire orientation.
About HHS:
ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of well-being: physical, economic, and behavioral. Those services are to be delivered as close to home as possible with a focus on dignity and respect. The keys to delivery of those services are the 2800 committed, compassionate ND HHS team members and more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 200 different federal, state, and special sources.
Location:
ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position provides essential client services face to face and therefore the person in this position needs to be able to travel to meet clients at their location.
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Application Procedures
Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.
This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verify
A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.
For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Tatum Trautman at ttrautman@nd.gov or at (701) 595-4086.
Employing Unit: ND HHS - Southeast Human Service Center
Telephone Number: 701-298-4500
TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.