Arkansas Project Director

Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

Category: Crisis Response ServicesWage: n/a Sign-On Bonus: n/a Description:If you're looking for a rewarding career being a leader in providing supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) as well as their providers, come join Benchmark Human Services, a national leader in behavioral health and IDD services. Benchmark Human Services is seeking a director to implement and manage its innovative Crisis Support Team located in Little Rock, AR.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct Benchmark's contracted participation in the Provider Focus Project and serve as the Company's Arkansas liaison with Summit Community Care (Summit), Anthem Insurance, and the State of Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS). Supervise the project's Crisis Support Team staff to conduct crisis Level 1 interventions, develop and conduct training initiatives, initiate collaborative relationships, conduct data based project analyses, coordinate clinical and technical assistance to Summit provider members, administer the project budget, and prepare required reporting to meet contract deliverables. Must be experienced and competent in human services administration, possess effective communication and collaboration skills, and maintain any applicable license, training, and/ or certifications as applicable.The Crisis Support Team will assist Summit Community Care provider members in serving persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in crisis and at high risk of inpatient placement, involvement with law enforcement, potential harm to themselves or others, recidivism, or loss of residential/home placement due to severe behavioral, psychiatric or trauma related issues. Coordinate with providers, law enforcement, hospitals, government agencies, families/advocates, and behavioral health partners. Provide technical assistance to Summit provider members and case management wrap around services to individuals in crisis. Must be willing to flex schedule accordingly to provide services, supports, care and treatment to individuals as required, respond immediately when dispatched on crisis responses, and be present to provide consultation to provider agency staff.Benefits: Competitive compensation, opportunities for career advancement, flexible schedule, medical and dental insurance, 401K with employer match, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and sick time, and potential annual bonus on top of salary.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum:- Masters or post graduate degree; preferably in a human services related field of study- Supervisory and program administration experience in IDD or Behavioral Health service delivery- Working knowledge of the Arkansas DHS service system- Meet criteria to maintain professional license (if applicable)- CPR/Basic First aid- Must be computer literate- Valid driver's license and auto insurancePreferred:- Three or more years' experience working with individuals with IDD and behavioral health diagnoses and are experiencing a crisis situation.- Proven experience as a senior level clinical supervisor or administrator of a human services agency, either public or private.

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