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Job Description
The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they can have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.
Responsible for overseeing the management of barriers that result in at-risk outcomes for people and providers with specialized needs. This includes assisting and overseeing the high-risk transition process, including the sex-offender and forensic process; managing the consumer referral database; providing training and support to providers, including residential, behavioral, and support coordination entities for both the transition process and other risk prevention efforts as they are built. This function will also assist in further development of risk prevention efforts and participate in statewide and area Tiered Supports trainings and meetings.
The Risk Prevention Area Lead will also...- Lead and manage a team of 3-4 Risk Prevention Consultants to implement provider capacity-building interventions that identify and reduce risk of adverse outcomes for individuals with IDD
- Assist the Risk Prevention (Tier 2) Director in further development of Tier 2 supports and planning efforts, including policy development, intradepartmental collaboration, and outreach efforts
- Collect and analyze data from various assessment and Tier 2 intervention efforts
- Participate as a management team member, participating in the facilitation of regional office Behavior Team management meetings.
Location: This position will be domiciled within the St. Louis, MO Metro Area with the possibility to domicile at an alternative Regional Office location if spacing allows.
Preferred: BCaBA or student pursuing behavior analysis credential with experience in multi-tiered systems of support or systemic Positive Behavior Support, OR a bachelor’s degree and/or four years of professional experience in the areas of mental health, education, social services, or public administration, including experience with support coordination, working knowledge of Positive Behavior Support. A combination of education and experience may substitute for the stated qualifications.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
Upload a cover letter, resume, college transcript, and three professional references.
Complete information must be provided for your request to be considered . Documentation supporting your eligibility (transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process.
If you have any questions about this position, please email Human Resources at: ashlee.robinson@dmh.mo.gov -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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