Director of Behavioral Health - Westchester County - New York State Unified Court System : Job Details

Director of Behavioral Health - Westchester County Director of Behavioral Health - Westchester County 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsNew York State Unified Court System provided pay range This range is provided by New York State Unified Court System. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range $140,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yrThe New York State Unified Court System (UCS) is seeking applicants for the position of Behavioral Health Administrator . The chosen applicant will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and implementing best practices and evidence-based strategies to improve the UCS' response to a variety of behavioral health issues as they relate to the justice system. Issues expected to be addressed include, among others, civil commitments, fitness to stand trial, and judicial, attorney, and court staff wellness. The Behavioral Health Administrator will report directly to the UCS leadership team.Duties will include, but will not be limited to:Developing and implementing a comprehensive strategic plan to implement the recommendations of the National Judicial Task Force to examine State Courts' Response to mental illness recommendations;Representing the UCS on behavioral health and justice related committees and workgroups;Recommending behavioral health-related proposals, rules, and policies;Supporting the UCS' Mental Health Task Force;Ensuring ongoing communication among agencies and branches of government on behavioral health issues;Keeping up to date with the latest trends in court management and behavioral health, both locally and nationally;Conducting ongoing outreach at national, state, and local conferences regarding behavioral health and justice trends and initiatives; andCollaborating with problem solving court administrators on mental and behavioral health matters.This is an in-person assignment and may be based in Manhattan, Albany or Westchester Counties, although travel, both throughout New York and out-of-state, will be required.Qualifications: Admission to the New York State Bar and 5 years of relevant legal experience; or a Master's degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited college or university and 5 years of relevant experience. Preference will be given to individuals with a demonstrated experience with behavioral health policy implementation and/or individuals with an understanding of federal and state laws and regulations related to behavioral health services and court systems.Please view the announcement here: 15100.pdfSeniority level Seniority level DirectorEmployment type Employment type Full-timeJob function Job function ManagementIndustries Courts of Law, Legal Services, and Administration of JusticeReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at New York State Unified Court System by 2xInferred from the description for this job Medical insuranceVision insurancePension planPaid maternity leavePaid paternity leaveGet notified about new Director of Behavioral Health jobs in Westchester County, NY .Associate Director, Behavioral Health (Substance Use Care & Prevention Programs) New Rochelle, NY $75,000.00-$80,000.00 1 month agoTarrytown, NY $285,000.00-$325,000.00 2 months agoPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Part Time) Mohegan Lake, NY $100,000.00-$130,000.00 1 month agoWhite Plains, NY $55,000.00-$77,000.00 1 month agoLicensed Clinician, Children's Services - Mobile MH Tarrytown, NY $55,000.00-$69,000.00 4 months agoCommunity Psychiatric Supports & Treatment Wk Tarrytown, NY $50,000.00-$60,000.00 2 months agoWhite Plains, NY $21.00-$24.00 1 month agoLicensed Clinical Social Worker - Port Chester Port Chester, NY $68,000.00-$75,000.00 5 days agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr