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Behavioral Health System Coordination Manager Job ID: 108024 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:Regular CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another: • Service • Professionalism • Integrity • Respect • Individual accountability • Trust By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spirit Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. CLOSE DATE This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Monday, September 8, 2025. PAY AND BENEFITS Clackamas County is committed to offering a high-quality benefits package to support employees and their families. In addition to competitive wages, Clackamas County offers an attractive benefits package for employees in regular status positions. Most benefits, including Medical & Dental, start the first of the month after date of hire! Annual Pay Range: $ 110,924.21- $ 149,747.94 Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position. Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees. We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire. Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below. Generous paid time off package, including: • 16 hours of vacation accrual per month • Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire. • 8 hours of sick accrual per month • 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year Other Benefits: • Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP): • Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.) • OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 • A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage • A Choice of Dental Plans • Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes • Longevity pay • Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan • A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information) This is a full time non-represented group 2 County position https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/89bed039-1cd2-4362-87d1-58972a37473b http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS The Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division is seeking a visionary and experienced Behavioral Health System Coordination Manager to lead and oversee a diverse portfolio of programs that provide essential services to our community. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for guiding care coordination programs for both adults and youth while also ensuring excellence across multiple specialized service areas, including older adult behavioral health, peer-delivered services, , and licensed residential service oversight. As the Behavioral Health System Coordination Manager, you will provide strategic direction and operational oversight to a team of talented supervisors and staff, ensuring that services are accessible, equitable, and effective. You will serve as a trusted member of the Division's executive leadership team, directly contributing to county-wide behavioral health priorities and representing Clackamas County in local, regional, and state-level committees, workgroups, and strategic planning efforts. This role demands a leader who thrives in complex, multifaceted environments—someone capable of balancing day-to-day program management with long-term system planning and innovation. You will oversee budgets, contracts, and compliance, while building strong partnerships with healthcare systems, community organizations, state agencies, and culturally specific service providers to strengthen care coordination services in Clackamas County. Why Join Us? This is more than a leadership role—it's an opportunity to directly influence the quality, accessibility, and impact of behavioral health services in Clackamas County. We are committed to building a workplace where staff thrive, programs succeed, and community needs are met with compassion and excellence. The ideal candidate will bring: • A proven record of successfully managing behavioral health programs and navigating complex funding streams, including Medicaid and State General Fund programs. • Demonstrated expertise in staff leadership, including supervision, training, performance evaluation, and professional development. • The ability to foster cross-program collaboration, coordinate across multiple service areas, and implement high-quality, person-centered care delivery. • A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive service provision. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful, lasting impact—improving service delivery systems, expanding access to care, and leading a passionate team dedicated to supporting individuals and families experiencing behavioral health challenges. If you are a skilled leader with the vision to guide innovative programs and the dedication to serve your community, we invite you to bring your expertise to Clackamas County. This is a new position that will join an existing manager on the team for collaboration and co-manage operations. The manager in this position will focus on the Care Coordination and Peer System Coordination teams, while the other position will be devoted to Crisis and Forensic Services, and Administrative Services. Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* • A minimum of six (6) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position. • Experience in staff leadership, including supervision, training, performance evaluations, and staff coaching. • Proven experience in the management of behavioral health programs and services. • Experience managing budgets and financial oversight for programs. • Experience navigating complex systems and collaborating across multiple service areas to achieve program goals. • Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) as established by the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) A ”Qualified Mental Health Professional" (QMHP) means a Licensed Medical Provider or any other person meeting one or more of the following minimum qualifications as authorized by the Local Mental Health Authority or designee: Graduate degree in psychology; Graduate degree in social work; Graduate degree in recreational, art, or music therapy; or Graduate degree in a behavioral science field. • Strong organizational, analytical, and engage with both internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve program success. • Commitment to fostering a healthy and collaborative work problem-solving skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with both internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve program success. • Commitment to fostering a healthy and collaborative work environment and promoting staff development. Preferred Qualifications • Licensure in a related field (LPC, LCSW, PsyD, or PhD. • Four or more years in management/ leadership positions in the behavioral health field. • Contract administration or management. • Experience providing Care Coordination Services. • Experience working with individuals or families across the lifespan (including older adults and youth). Pre-Employment Requirements: • Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test. https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/f4f343bb-579a-4e6f-a936-e790625d51d5. • Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check. • Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673. TYPICAL TASKS Program & System Leadership • Direct management of County CMHP responsibilities, Medicaid, and State General Fund service programs, as well as care management through a contracted delivery system, in collaboration with Finance staff. • Oversee system coordination services, including care coordination, older adult behavioral health, peer services, and licensed residential program. • Directly supervise and support Care Coordination team supervisors and peer services leadership. • Actively coordinate with other lines of business within the Behavioral Health Division and Health, Housing & Human Services (H3S) departments, as well as community and County partners such as acute care facilities, disaster management, HR, culturally specific providers, APD (Adult Protective Department), and other service providers. Administrative & Policy Development • Serve as a member of the Division management and executive leadership team, collaborating on program and administrative recommendations for behavioral health services. • Assist in the development and implementation of Division policies and operating procedures, ensuring compliance with statutes, rules, and regulations. • Liaise with external agencies, including the Oregon Health Authority and coordinated care organizations (CCOs), and participate on committees, workgroups, and task forces for coordinated regional and state behavioral health programs. Operational Management • Plan, direct, coordinate, and review program operations; assign and monitor work activities, projects, and related tasks for staff; and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures. • Manage contracts, initiate new agreements, and ensure effective implementation. • Provide budget oversight in coordination with the Finance team and program supervisors. Staff Leadership & Development • Hire, train, and mentor staff; evaluate performance, support growth and recommend progressive discipline when needed. • Conduct and/or facilitate staff training and development programs. • Promote cooperative team efforts among staff, other County departments, and external stakeholders. • Foster a strong, healthy, and collaborative workplace culture, supporting staff growth and development. WORK SCHEDULE This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County. Although eligible for hybrid work, you will be required to be on-site for training and onboarding. EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents. http://www.clackamas.us/ http://www.clackamas.us/onboarding/ https://www.mthoodterritory.com/ ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division strives to provide excellent mental health, substance use, care coordination, forensic, and peer services to those individuals who receive the Oregon Health Plan, Medicare or are uninsured and living in Clackamas County. Services are either provided by our own staff or through referral to partner providers located throughout the county. http://www.clackamas.us/behavioralhealth/ Behavioral Health is a Division of the http://www.clackamas.us/h3s/ Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County. Mission Statement: We lead and learn with equity in serving individuals, families, and communities by providing access to high quality healthcare, housing, and services that strengthen social and economic resilience. Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving. H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals: • EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive. • EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services. • ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE & CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - H3S operates consistently, efficiently and effectively as a cohesive department, using our individual and collective skills and expertise. APPLICATION PROCESS Clackamas County only accepts online applications. Help With Your Application: https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays). HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb VISA SPONSORSHIP Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process. RECRUITING QUESTIONS? E.D. Barnett, Recruiter mailto:EBarnett@clackamas.us To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6500266 Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-32d5612bee72cc45925a4e75fdcf01b4