Care Manager Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary The Division of Public and Behavioral Health: Rural Clinics (RC) has an opening for a full time Manager 1, Clinical Programs in Yerington and Ely, NV. This position will direct an outpatient behavioral health service delivery program by following established goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Manage/Supervise diverse personnel under supervision, which includes mentor and train personnel to enhance service provision, including evidence-based treatment, crisis/emergency services and skills development. Collaborate with other state and community services and entities to assure coordination of care in compliance with state laws and agency procedures. Conduct intakes and make eligibility determinations; complete required paperwork and entry into Avatar; provide direct individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, or psycho-educational groups.

Rural Clinics provides an array of outpatient behavioral health services for both adults and children in 16 clinics which are located in 12 counties across Rural Nevada. Services are generally provided Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Services assist individuals to achieve self-sufficiency and recovery and follow Agency procedures and reimbursement guidelines.

Any position that requires licensure to provide clinical services requires the person to be actively working towards licensure and once obtained, maintain the license without lapses and be in good standing with applicable licensing boards. We provide an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), both sick and annual leave, and paid holidays. Rural Clinics provides ongoing training including release time to attend training not Agency-sponsored.

Managers, Clinical Programs plan, develop, organize, coordinate, direct, and evaluate mental health, intellectual disabilities, and/or child development service delivery programs. Essential Qualifications Three or more years of applicable post-Master's experience as described in the job duties with a minimum of one-year supervisory/managerial experience and a Master's degree in a field of study applicable to the job duties. Job Duties Manage psychologists and/or subordinate supervisors of professional clinicians or mental health counselors.

Manage a rural mental health clinic and satellites, a regional or statewide program. Establish goals, objectives, policies, and procedures and monitor and evaluate program performance. Design program components to achieve goals of governing bodies and management.

Ensure compliance with applicable laws, licensure, and funding requirements. Develop and/or implement admission/discharge criteria, performance indicators, and reporting mechanisms. Participate in agency accreditation and quality assurance and improvement efforts.

Receive and respond to feedback from consumers and advocacy groups regarding services provided. Monitor and evaluate clinical, service delivery, and fiscal performance indicators and develop and implement corrective action plans. Solicit and evaluate service delivery proposals and participate in selecting contract service providers.

Work with private providers to provide the services needed. Monitor providers' performance and identify and communicate corrective actions. Approve payments and revoke or recommend revocation of agreements.

Develop and monitor budgets, forecast revenues and expenditures, and approve and monitor expenditures. Coordinate program services with courts, law enforcement, school districts, and other stakeholders. Provide court testimony and present legislative testimony regarding assigned programs.

Analyze and propose legislative changes, draft amendments, and provide testimony. Ensure client access to 24-hour emergency evaluation and crisis intervention services. Enforce standards for clients' rights, professional ethics, and health and safety of employees and clients.

Investigate incident reports and consumer complaints, submit reports, and take corrective action. Liaise between various stakeholders to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and represent agency interests. Oversee and ensure the maintenance of clinical records.

Oversee the work and performance of supervisory employees. Train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate the performance of employees, and other supervisory duties as appropriate for managing people. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Applicable federal and State laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures; State executive and legislative processes; creation, function, and operation of State constitutional offices, agencies, boards and commissions. State budgeting, accounting, purchasing, contracts, and grant application and management principles and practices. Principles and practices of supervision, training, public administration, organization, and management.

Clinical theories; human service delivery models, intervention strategies, and current directions; national standards of client care; clinical evaluation; effects and side effects of psychotropic medications; interdisciplinary team treatment and case management modes. Skill in: Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written. Use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software.

Ability to: Design and implement individual, family, and/or group clinical interventions; identify critical elements in clinical and service delivery emergencies and respond appropriately; match client needs to community resources; assess client status and risk; apply professional codes of ethics to practical situations; balance clinical and administrative responsibilities. Listen perceptively and convey understanding; respond effectively to hostility and resistance; establish rapport with clients and staff; maintain effective working relationships with others; deliver presentations. Inspect clinical records to evaluate the appropriateness of services provided and compliance with policies and procedures; write clinical and administrative documents; perform mathematical and statistical calculations; analyze program performance and fiscal reports.

Lead and motivate a diverse staff, set clear goals, delegate tasks effectively, and foster a positive and inclusive work environment. Communicate both verbally and in writing to audiences of various social, educational, and economic backgrounds. Resolve conflicts and mediate, negotiate, and exchange ideas, information, and opinions with employees, customers, or agencies; diffuse hostile situations respectfully and tactfully.

Review work products for quality, quantity, and timeliness; analyze information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures to define objectives, identify relevant concerns, formulate logical conclusions, and recognize alternatives and their implications. Develop, implement, and oversee policies and procedures to meet agency mandates, including program design, statutory compliance, and goal achievement. Serve as liaison between various stakeholders, including federal, State, and local agencies, to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and represent agency interests.

Analyze and propose legislative changes for program management, draft amendments, and provide testimony. Recruiter Contact Information: Jennifer Kauble - jenniferkauble@admin.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages

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