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Deputy Division Director of Behavioral Health

Salary

$102,544.00 - $137,810.00 Annually

Location

Lincoln County, OR

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

25-80 (760)

Department

Health and Human Services

Division

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Opening Date

12/12/2025

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Position Summary

Live and work in one of the most beautiful places in the world! Located on the Central Oregon Coast, Lincoln County is a growing, dynamic community with a booming tourist industry. From the docks of Newport to the world's smallest harbor in Depoe Bay, Lincoln County has something for everyone!

Lincoln City Kite Festival

Lincoln County Health and Human Services is looking for a dynamic and reliable individual with a strong skillset to directly support the Behavioral Health Division Director in the strategic planning & implementation, management, and evaluation of mental health and addiction services and operations within the Behavioral Health division.

Enforce ORS and OARs as related to the duties of this position. Support the development and supervision of program managers, operating from established and well-known procedures. Oversee and manage grants directed at specific services. Perform a variety of professional and complex tasks due to delicate nature of interaction. Make decisions within policy constraints and complying with wide variety of state and federal requirements.

Work with highly confidential information. Communicate effectively, including public speaking, with a wide range of individuals in a variety of professional settings. Manage complex programs in terms of function, budget, related staff and organizational structure, and managing Federal, State, and managed care programs as assigned.

Michael Holder, Behavioral Health Division Director

$102,544.00 - $137,810.00 annually*

*Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

+ Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

+ 11% County contribution to 401(k)

+ County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)

+ $40,000 County Paid Life Insurance

+ Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

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Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

Develop program objectives and plan programs in collaboration with the Division Director, other Department leadership, related agencies, community partners, consumers, and program staff:

+ Monitor program services to ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities, state administrative rules, and all related contracts.

+ Lead the implementation of federal, state, and local health care reform measures.

+ Prepare and present annual program plan and budget, which includes an assessment of County needs, program goals, projected local revenues, and requests for state and federal revenues.

+ Monitor and manage related budgets to control expenditures and maximize revenues.

+ Participate and lead policy and procedure development.

Oversee workforce development and quality improvement projects:

+ Assure appropriate support to staff and community partners.

+ Develop and implement productivity standards. Lead changes to meet standards and to enhance productivity.

+ Conduct performance evaluations.

Direct quality improvement plans, processes, and evaluation. Report out to the QA/QI committee.

Represent Lincoln County in division, county, regional, and state leadership activities.

+ Participate in Community Care Organization planning, utilization management, and quality assurance efforts.

+ Attend and participate in meetings and activities with state and local associations, organizations, and community partners.

+ Respond to general inquiries and provide information and assistance regarding Behavioral Health services.

+ Respond to complaints or questions about services provided to clients of County programs.

Participate as a member of the Director’s Team:

+ Participate and helps facilitate the Exec Team/Senior Team meetings.

+ Participate with appropriate state agencies, advisory committees, and with community partners as needed.

+ Perform other related duties as assigned.

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Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION

Masters i n behavioral or health science or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Four-Five years experience in mental health. Two (2) years of progressively responsible administrative experience including program planning, management, and staff supervision.

Driver’s License:

Oregon Driver's License required within 30 days of hire.

Desirable Qualifications:

QMHP, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT desired but not required. If the employee is licensed, they are required to maintain current and active licensure and to provide the appropriate verifications at the time of renewals.

Knowledge of:

+ Philosophies, principles, and practices of behavioral health.

+ Statutes and administrative rules which govern community health operations.

+ Administrative principles associated with budgeting, employee supervision, personnel management, and program planning.

+ External contacts include the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), the InterCommunity Health Network (IHN), other local or regional health care organizations, and other government and private agencies.

+ Contractual responsibilities of division staff and partner agencies within the community.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WHY LINCOLN COUNTY?

Yaquina Bay Bridge

Lincoln County sits in the Central Oregon Coast, boasting miles of stunning beaches. Travelers from all over the world have made Lincoln County a must-see location. From the Kite Festival in Lincoln City, Founder's Days in Newport, and the La De Da Parade in Yachats there is never a celebration too far away! Our vibrant arts community, incredible restaurants and hotels, and unmatched natural beauty make this a truly amazing place to call home.

Lincoln County is one of the 36 counties in the U.S. state of Oregon. As of the 2020 census, its population was 50,395. The county seat is Newport where our Health and Human Services Department is headquartered. Lincoln County consists of Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Siletz, Newport, Toledo, Waldport, and Yachats. Each town along our beautiful coastline offers something a little different and unique from the others and the drive along Highway 101 is a postcard in living color.

CHECK OUT THESE LOCAL TRAVEL RESOURCES:

Lincoln County, OR | Official Website (https://www.co.lincoln.or.us/)

Discover Newport Oregon | Vacation, Travel, Things to Do on the Coast

Explore Lincoln City, Oregon Official Travel Guide (https://www.explorelincolncity.com/)

That Oregon Life - Your Oregon Travel Guide

Health & Human Services | Lincoln County, OR (https://www.co.lincoln.or.us/209/Health-Human-Services)

Behavioral Health | Lincoln County, OR

For more information or to obtain the full job description, please reach out to [email protected]

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision which is paid at 90% by the County and 10% by the employee. Other fully paid benefits include life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance. Other optional insurances are available. A 401K retirement plan is also provided. The County's current contribution rate is 11%.

Regular and Trial Service employees working between 20 and 39 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for pro-rated employee benefits.

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Describe your experience and level of competency with writing grants.

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Describe your experience with chairing committees and leading quorums.

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Employer

Lincoln County

Address

210 SW Second St. Newport, Oregon, 97365

Phone

541-265-4157 541-265-0375

Website

http://www.co.lincoln.or.us