Associate Director, Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

Dept of Health and Human Services

HEALTH BENEFITS

Health & Human Services Senior Planner (NS)

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31002876

The Associate Director of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders oversees a team of consultants and manages daily operations supporting the effective delivery of mental health and substance use disorder services within managed care and Medicaid Direct. The position functions within the Division of Health Benefits and supports the administration and strategic direction of mental health and substance use disorder programs. It operates in collaboration with the Chief Clinical Officer and works closely with internal leaders, employees, and external stakeholders across governmental and organizational partners.

This role contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of services and program strategies to advance Medicaid mental health initiatives. The position ensures coordinated efforts that promote service effectiveness, operational consistency, and alignment with organizational goals.



Key Duties Include:
– Oversee operations that support the effective delivery of mental health and substance use disorder services within managed care and Medicaid Direct.

– Lead and direct a team of consultants to ensure coordinated and efficient program operations.

– Manage program administration activities that advance mental health and substance use disorder strategies for Medicaid.

– Implement systems that support clinical operations, program design, and program evaluation.

– Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Division, Department, and with external stakeholders.

– Apply leadership skills to guide and develop staff, ensuring strong internal controls and overall quality management.

– Coordinate collaboratively with internal and external partners to support program implementation and strategic initiatives.

– Communicate effectively through clear verbal and written communication to support program goals and stakeholder engagement.

– Utilize knowledge of Medicaid and managed care benefit programs to inform decision‑making related to mental health and substance use disorder services.

– Support division leadership in ensuring program activities align with the broader mental health strategies for Medicaid.

Tresha Walker