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NEOGOV · 4 hours ago

Deputy Director of Behavioral Health & Recovery Services

NEOGOV is seeking a Deputy Director of Behavioral Health & Recovery Services for the Health Division of the Health and Human Services Agency. This executive management position is responsible for the overall administration of behavioral health services, overseeing complex programs and providing leadership to ensure effective service delivery to the community.

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Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate the fiscal management, personnel management, program planning and evaluation functions of the assigned area of responsibility
Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for assigned divisional areas
Assures services are delivered to program participants in a timely, efficient and effective manner and in compliance with federal, state and local laws
Works cooperatively with other department and division leaders to effectuate the integrative and interdependent elements of the Agency’s systems of care
Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs assigned areas in establishing performance standards for quality timeliness, communicating goals and performance expectations, and ensuring conformance to established policies and procedures
Assesses service delivery and communicates these findings to the Division and Agency Director; implement changes to improve efficiency and service quality; maximize effectiveness of programs operations, and ensure alignment with the Agency’s vision and mission
Supports the Division Director in the administration of the Branch’s budget; forecasts the need for additional funds for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors operations in order to ensure the accomplishment of objectives within budget restrictions
Serves as a technical expert by providing consultation regarding programs, legal or policy matters to entities such as County department managers or administrators, Board of Supervisors, advisory boards and advocacy groups
Ensures that all services are coordinated with programs and services provided by other Agency Branches, and related state and federal programs
Establishes, facilitates and maintains effective communication between professional, clinical and technical staff, including managers and staff in other local, state and federal agencies
Responds to and resolves citizen, client or community inquiries, requests for assistance, and complaints or grievances
Reviews compliance of programs and performance reports; and develops methods for improving staff and program performance
Conducts public speaking events with the goal of outreaching to and engaging community partners and stakeholders
Selects, supervises, trains and evaluates subordinate supervisory, professional, technical and clerical personnel
Assists in the development and management of Branch goals, objectives, and policies to meet the Agency’s and County’s strategic direction
Implements, updates, and maintains the Branch’s policies and procedures, and advises the Division Director on needed revisions and changes

Qualification

Master's Degree in Social WorkProgram Development ManagementBudget Preparation AdministrationClinical LicensePersonnel ManagementPolicy ImplementationAnalytical SkillsConflict ResolutionEffective CommunicationRelationship Building

Required

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a management field such as public administration, business administration, or health services administration; or in a related human service field such as social work, psychology, mental health, public health, health sciences, or sociology; or a closely related health field such a life sciences or physical sciences
A Master's Degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy or a related field is required
Four (4) years of experience managing a major organizational unit or program within the field of human services delivery or human services administration with responsibilities for planning, directing, and controlling the activities of subordinate staff; and including program development and management, budget preparation and administration, development of policies and procedures, and supervision and evaluation of staff
May require possession of a specific license to perform and/or oversee clinical functions in the State of California
May be required to meet the California Code of Regulations Title 9, Division 1, Chapter 3, Article 8, Section 620, Director of Local Mental Health Services requirements
Possession of a valid California driver's license
Must have the ability to pass the California State Department of Justice fingerprinting clearance
Must pass a pre-employment physical

Preferred

A Master's degree is desirable
A professional license and/or certification is desirable in some positions in this class
A strong commitment to public service is also desirable

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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