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Job Requisition NumberJR103396 ASSOC ADMIN SUB. ABSE PLCY PG (Open)Pay GradeC00133 AClassificationAssociate Administrator Substance Abuse Policy & Program DevelopmentClass DefinitionGENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To be responsible for managing the process necessary for the development of current and future program standards consistent with the Office of Substance Abuse published and internal plans for system development for prevention, intervention, treatment, education, and criminal justice programs in the substance abuse system; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This position works under the general supervision of a superior, with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement; work is subject to review through conferences and reports for conformance to established policies, rules and regulations. This position works for the Chief of Policy and Program Development.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Assigns and reviews the work of professional, clerical and consultative staff assigned to assist.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
- To initiate the process for the planned development of program standards, i.e., convene advisory groups and develop drafts for program standards.
- To review literature and/or convene the public process to determine the need for development of policy, regulation or guidelines.
- To provide for public notice and review of proposed standards, conduct public hearings, and other relevant steps in the process of standards development consist with the Office of Substance Abuse’s system plans.
- To establish a calendar for development of all standards not presently in existence and for updating of existing standards.
- To work with the Chief of Policy and Program Development in the establishment of a priority listing for the development of program standards.
- To deliver technical assistance to community programs and respond to written and telephone inquiries or requests for assistance relative to program standards.
- To be responsible for staffing all advisory groups necessary for the development of program standards.
- To work with the Chief of Policy and Program Development in the development of long-range plans and initiatives for the development of the substance abuse system.
- To prepare required reports as necessary.
- To do related work as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:
A thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of program planning and policy development as it relates to the administration of a substance abuse treatment system; a working knowledge of state and federal plans and program guidelines; the ability to supervise a participatory planning process; the ability to review literature and formulate appropriate policy and plans from such a process; the ability to provide technical assistance to agency staff and community program agencies; the ability to prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations as required; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, departmental officials, community organizations, and the public; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: considerable employment in a responsible position in a private or public agency involving social-service program management, planning, and policy.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Supplemental InformationThis position is responsible for the management and quality of community-based substance use prevention work for the state of Rhode Island. The role exists within the Prevention and Recovery Services Unit of the Behavioral Health division of the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Development Disabilities and Hospitals.This position serves as the Project Director for SAMHSA Strategic Prevention Framework-Partnerships for Success grant to reduce cannabis and alcohol use/misuse for youth and young adults ages 12-25 which includes:
•Serving at the primary contact with SAMHSA to ensure all grant requirements are met
•Manage the project timeline, budget, and deliverables
•Prepare funding applications, budget, and reports by collaborating with department evaluators
•Oversee the work of the municipal and regional prevention task force coalitions and assorted providers
This position also serves as the program lead for the state’s seven regional prevention task force coalitions focused on substance use prevention for all ages and associated community-based work. This position supervises 1 FTE Public Health Promotion Specialist.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Qualities
•Knowledge of the state’s behavioral health system
•Experience with monitoring behavioral health service providers at a community or regional level
•Master’s Degree in social work, human services, public administration or related field
•3+ years of experience managing grants and/or contracts
•Able to effectively engage with a diverse array of individuals and stakeholder groups
•Ability to conceptualize, analyze and follow through on strategic plansBenefits
For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
Skills Required
- Thorough knowledge of program planning and policy development related to substance abuse treatment systems
- Working knowledge of state and federal plans and program guidelines
- Ability to supervise participatory planning processes and assign/review staff work
- Ability to review literature and formulate appropriate policy and plans
- Ability to provide technical assistance to agency staff and community program agencies
- Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, officials, community organizations, and the public
- Graduation from an accredited college
- Considerable employment in a responsible position involving social-service program management, planning, and policy
- Knowledge of the state's behavioral health system
- Experience monitoring behavioral health service providers at a community or regional level
- Master's degree in social work, human services, public administration, or related field
- 3+ years of experience managing grants and/or contracts
- Ability to effectively engage diverse stakeholder groups
- Ability to conceptualize, analyze, and follow through on strategic plans
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