Start-Up Project Administrator - Behavioral Health 901 - Job at Telecare Corporation in Alameda, CA

Start-Up Project Administrator - Behavioral Health 901

Alameda, CA

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Start-Up Project Administrator - Behavioral Health 901

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Full Time; AM 8:30 am - 5:00 pm varies as needed; Monday - Friday varies as needed

Expected starting wage range is $124,129.72 - $153,303.28. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Start-Up Project Administrator coordinates development of new business opportunities consistent with the corporate business and marketing plans. This involves collaboration with other Start-Up staff, all corporate departments, and funding/regulatory agencies. This individual is chiefly responsible for clinical program development, building program teams, and conducting orientations for new programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Current professional license in state of operation, in California LCSW, LMFT, Psy. D, or licensed equivalent for Washington, Oregon and Arizona, and four (4) years of experience in an administrative management position in a behavioral health care or health care setting three (3) years of which had responsibility for supervision of professional staff, budgeting, program planning and licensing; OR

Current RN license in state of operation and seven (7) years of experience in an administrative management position in a behavioral health care or health care setting five (5) years of which had responsibility for supervision of professional staff, budgeting, program planning and licensing

Significant travel

Must be at least 18 years of age

All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. Position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Preferred:

RN with BSN or Masters' degree

Familiarity with CARF, CCL, and JCAHO programs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in everyday language and contact with internal and external stakeholders

Assists in locating and completing the initial review of potential program sites and coordinates operational site reviews

In collaboration with Operations and Quality Management, creates new policies and procedures as needed for various program types

Assumes the leadership role for new development projects as assigned, including:

o Recruiting and hiring of staff

o Program planning, design and implementation

o In conjunction with Start-Up Project Manager, completing submissions to credentialing/licensing agencies, as required

o Coordinating the creation/implementation of community and public relations tasks associated with the project and collaborating with key agency personnel

o Helping interpret needs of program to inform site selection, site planning, and renovations

o Coordinating and scheduling orientation; Conducting many of the training components; helping train new Administrator

o Serving as temporary new program Administrator, as needed

Participates as a key member of the Development department and Start-Up team

Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members internal and external stakeholders; responds to team members with concern and promotes group morale

Demonstrates a knowledge of Telecare's customers including members served, families, and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct

Represents Telecare professionally in community, state, and national associations to create a clear, positive understanding of Telecare programs

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, and/or changed at the discretion of management.

Position requires driving own personal vehicle for company business such as trainings, offsite meetings, etc.

SKILLS

Practical knowledge of psychiatric inpatient programs, community mental health, and the state mental health system, I/DD population

Working knowledge of state funding and Medi-Care systems

Strong decision maker

Able to take initiative and work independently

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to squat and lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or less as well as to frequently bend, twist, reach, as well as to constantly sit, walk, stand, bend, and do simple and power grasping. The position requires manual deviation, repetition, and dexterity and to occasionally drive and be exposed to uneven walking ground. Visual requirements include computers and books exposure.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

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Job Summary

Company

Telecare Corporation

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Experience

4 years