Human Services Program Manager III - South Central Region 60066956

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Human Services Program Manager III (NS)

Position Number

60066956

Grade

NC22

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

The Human Services Program Manager III position is located in the South-Central Region and reports to the Assistant Director of Behavioral Health for the South-Central Region. The Human Services Program Manager III (HSPM III) will be housed in Harnett County and will have responsibilities to cover the following facilities: Harnett, Sanford and Sampson Correctional Institutions.

The Human Services Program Manager III (HSPM III) maintains responsibility for the overall coordination, program management and supervision of a comprehensive behavioral health program. Work involves research, design, and implementation of best practices in behavioral health as well as the formulation and evaluation of plans, programs, and systems for providing direct psychological services to offenders with a range of emotional and behavioral issues, including severe and persistent mental health issues and personality disorders.

The Human Services Program Manager III is expected to provide direct psychological services to patients at a high level of clinical and technical expertise. They serve as program experts in independently performing advanced testing, assessment, and treatment of complex behavioral, emotional, and learning disorders. This position provides clinical supervision of licensed psychological associates and unlicensed staff as required by the NC Psychology Board. The HSPM III also coordinates and provides training for professional staff to ensure quality and effectiveness of services and to enhance the therapeutic and consultative skills of the professional staff. Additional duties include assisting in the recruitment and selection of Psychologists and other Behavioral Health staff.

This position is expected to work effectively with each facility’s multidisciplinary team comprised of administrative, programs, educational, medical, and custody personnel. Internal annual program reviews, facilitation of external audits, and participation in quality assurance projects are additional key elements of this position. The HSPM III is also responsible for overseeing Suicide Prevention initiatives.

Approximately 50 percent of the work is administrative and supervisory in nature.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range- $75,925 - $148,054

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred :

• •Documented knowledge of program area including the delivery systems
• •Demonstrated skills in leadership, planning, communication and manageme nt

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 PM The Night Before The End Date.

**This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

**Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.

Note to Current State Employees:

State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits.

Supplemental Contact Information: NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC), please visit us at our website.

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC), please visit us at our website.

Application Process:

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• •Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• •Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.
• •If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the night before closing date.
• •Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.
• •If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.
• •The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader).
• •Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• •Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
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