Typical working hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Hybrid Work Schedules/Flexible Schedules/No On-call **
Job Location:**
This position can be domiciled at any location throughout the State of MO. **
Why you’ll love this position**
The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they can have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.
Benefits of working with Missouri Department of Mental Health include: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, Sick and Vacation Leave, 13 Paid Holidays per year, and Retirement. https://oa.mo.gov/personnel/state-team-members/team-member-benefits **
Role Description**
Responsible for overseeing the management of barriers that result in at-risk outcomes for people and providers with specialized needs. This includes assisting and overseeing the high-risk transition process, including the sex-offender and forensic process; managing the consumer referral database; providing training and support to providers, including residential, behavioral, and support coordination entities for both the transition process and other risk prevention efforts as they are built. This function will also assist in further development of risk prevention efforts and participate in statewide and area Tiered Supports trainings and meetings. Consultation and assistance will be remote when possible. However, training, meetings, and job duties may require travel at times. **
What You’ll Do**
- Lead and manage a team of 3-4 Risk Prevention Consultants to implement provider capacity-building interventions that identify and reduce risk of adverse outcomes for individuals with IDD
- Assist the Risk Prevention (Tier 2) Director in further development of Tier 2 supports and planning efforts, including policy development, intradepartmental collaboration, and outreach efforts
- Collect and analyze data from various assessment and Tier 2 intervention efforts
- Participate as a management team member, participating in the facilitation of regional office Behavior Team management meetings.
- Consultation and assistance will be remote when possible. However, training, meetings, and job duties may require travel at times.
Typical Qualifications
Preferred: BCaBA or student pursuing behavior analysis credential with experience in multi-tiered systems of support or systemic Positive Behavior Support.
OR
Bachelor’s Degree and four years of professional experience in the areas of mental health, education, social services, or public administration, including experience with support coordination, working knowledge of Positive Behavior Support. A combination of education and experience may substitute for the stated qualifications. **
To Apply**
Upload a cover letter, resume, college transcript, and three professional references.
Complete information must be provided for your request to be considered. Documentation supporting your eligibility (transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process.
If you have any questions about this position, please email/call Human Resources at: 417.895.7434 or ashlee.robinson@dmh.mo.gov **
The State of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.**
