Ensure evidence-based prevention practices, interventions and policy are effectively translated and used in real world settings like schools, communities and other collaborative partnerships. Coordinates prevention program development, funding and evaluation of Board-funded Prevention programs. Monitors the impact of services via audits, analysis of data, and review of reports submitted by contracted prevention agencies. Manages community- based trainings including recruitment, implementation… Show more Ensure evidence-based prevention practices, interventions and policy are effectively translated and used in real world settings like schools, communities and other collaborative partnerships. Coordinates prevention program development, funding and evaluation of Board-funded Prevention programs. Monitors the impact of services via audits, analysis of data, and review of reports submitted by contracted prevention agencies. Manages community- based trainings including recruitment, implementation and evaluation. Show less

Manage the operations of the OMHSA covering four programs and providing direction, clinical supervision, and leadership to a team of 3 chemical dependency counselors and one manager/masters level therapist, interns, and other supporting staff members. Develop programming commensurate with the mission of the Cleveland Department of Public Health, working with Cleveland City Council and other Governing Boards. Obtained and maintained contracts with Medicaid Managed Care organizations and… Show more Manage the operations of the OMHSA covering four programs and providing direction, clinical supervision, and leadership to a team of 3 chemical dependency counselors and one manager/masters level therapist, interns, and other supporting staff members. Develop programming commensurate with the mission of the Cleveland Department of Public Health, working with Cleveland City Council and other Governing Boards. Obtained and maintained contracts with Medicaid Managed Care organizations and multiple grant-funded initiatives and contracts to include grant management of federal, state and local funds (i.e., SAMHSA & CDC). Ensuring the financial performance of all programs by monitoring and analyzing program budgets, expenses, and recommending actions to reduce cost and to ensure billing compliance and documentation. Maintain program compliance and lead the organization through process evaluations, policy changes, and accreditation standards with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and other entities. Public relations to include speaking at conferences, meetings as a subject matter expert in the areas of Mental Health, and Addiction. Staffing tables at community health fairs and participating on boards and committees focusing on all areas of behavioral health concerns. Obtain, develop, and manage grant-funded initiatives and contracts for the CDPH’s OMHSA. Show less

Under the supervision of the Children’s Behavioral Health Administrator, the Behavioral Health Prevention Specialist assists with planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating behavioral health prevention programs for both children and adults residing in Cuyahoga County. Assists in the planning, development, and sustaining of a recovery oriented system of care.

Under the supervision of The Director of External Affairs, participates in the development and implementation of the Annual Training Plan monitors training budget. Administers ADAMHS Board sponsored programs, staff trainings and activities by coordinating and scheduling events, maintaining training database and related records, and preparing reports for planning and analyses in accordance with state reporting requirements.