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Working Title: Behavioral Health Director of Integrated Services

Job Class: Human Services Manager 3

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 85443

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ Telework Eligible (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) : Yes, see changes to below, effective 06/01/2025

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 04/11/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 05/05/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS Manager

+ **Division/Unit** : DHS-Central Office / BHDH Administration

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes, (Approximately 10-20% for meetings)

+ **Salary Range:** $46.68 - $67.01 / hourly; $97,467 - $139,916 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

_*Telework is available for employees residing in a bordering county to the state of Minnesota. Generally, employees may telework up to 50% of their scheduled workdays each month from their assigned permanent/principal work location, subject to approval. Furthermore, employees living 75 miles or more from their principal work location may receive an exception to this 50% telework rule based on business needs._

_**Flexible work hours may be permitted with supervisor approval._

This leadership position exists to work in partnership with the Director of Mental Health Services and the Director of Substance Use Disorder Services to provide strategic leadership and direction for the Integrated Behavioral Health Services Section, including but limited to the Sustainable Systems of Care Development Team, American Indian Team, Crisis Services Team, and Peer Services Team. The incumbent directs complex statewide programs that promote the integration of primary care, mental health, and substance use disorder services by developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to align service areas, enhance collaboration between programs, and coordinate care delivery across healthcare settings. This includes advancing initiatives to embed behavioral health services within primary care practices, supporting the implementation of collaborative care models, and fostering partnerships between behavioral health and medical providers. The incumbent ensures equitable access to integrated behavioral health services for all Minnesotans, with particular attention to culturally responsive care and recovery-oriented practices.

The Domain of Responsibilities Include:

+ **Integrated Services Section Direction, Leadership and Management.** Work collaboratively with the Director of Mental Health Services and Director of Substance Use Disorder Services to ensure effective integration of services while maintaining the integrity of specialized programs.

+ **Strategic Planning and Systems Development.** Lead the development of sustainable systems of care that effectively integrate mental health and substance use disorder services.

+ **Program Implementation and Oversight.** Ensure effective implementation and operation of integrated service programs while maintaining appropriate connections to specialized services.

+ **Legislative, Policy & Budget Management.** Manage legislative policy and budget activities related to integrated services in coordination with other directors and division leadership.

+ **Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Development.** Build and maintain strong partnerships across state administrations, departments, divisions, healthcare systems, community organizations, and other key stakeholders to support integrated service delivery while respecting specialized program needs.

+ **Personnel Management and Employee Development.** Build and maintain a high-performing, diverse workforce through effective management practices and strategic employee development initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

_To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._

Professional leadership or supervisory experience.

AND

Two (2) years managerial experience managing programs, including strategic planning and directing the work of staff for a government or non-profit human services organization.

OR

Five (5) years of professional leadership or supervisory experience for a government or non-profit human services organization.

Experience must include:

+ Advanced understanding of both mental health and substance use disorder service systems.

+ Expertise in integrated care models and evidence-based practices.

+ Strong knowledge of federal and state behavioral health regulations.

+ Understanding of behavioral health crisis transformation and best practices.

+ Knowledge of peer support and recovery-oriented practices.

+ Understanding of culturally diverse practices and tribal sovereignty.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

+ Experience leading organizational change initiatives.

+ Experience developing innovative service delivery models.

+ Strong commitment to equity and cultural responsiveness.

+ Excellence in team development and staff supervision.

+ Experience addressing systemic barriers to integrated care.

+ Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns and simplify technical information for non-specialist understanding.

+ Ability to give presentations and to facilitate discussions to guide, solicit and explore diverse perspectives.

Additional Requirements

+ MinnesotaDepartmentofHumanServices(DHS)criminalbackgroundcheckwillbeconductedonallfinalists forthis position.Finalistsmustpassthe DHS backgroundcheck.

+ Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance.It also includescontact withtheapplicant'sformer employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.