DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY MENTAL
HYGIENE SERVICES 9527
An
employee in this class directs and administers the Division of Community Mental
Hygiene Services, which includes community mental health and alcohol and
substance abuse services, and all related contracted services. Considerable
independent judgment and initiative are exercised in the formulation and
implementation of programs and policies within the framework of state and local
laws. Supervision is exercised over a staff of professional, technical and
clerical employees. Performance is reviewed for effectiveness of services
rendered. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL
WORK ACTIVITIES
Exercises general
supervision and program monitoring over local services and local facilities;
Exercises general supervision over
the treatment of patients who are receiving local or unified services or who
are in local facilities;
Directs the development and
expansion of preventive, rehabilitation and treatment programs in the fields of
mental illness, mental retardation and developmental disabilities, and alcohol
and substance abuse;
Monitors effectiveness of procedures
and staff;
Prepares or directs preparation of the
division's operating budget;
Represents division as necessary at
community or government meetings, including public speaking engagements;
Prepares or directs preparation of
reports, grant proposals and contracts;
Coordinates and evaluates operation
of various division units.
FULL
PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Comprehensive
knowledge of theory, methods and practices of modern psychiatry; comprehensive
knowledge of modern therapy and practice in community mental health programs;
comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of administering an
alcohol and substance abuse program; comprehensive knowledge of principles and
practices of public administration; good knowledge of behavioral sciences,
psychotherapy, psychopathology and other therapy disciplines; good knowledge of
federal, state and local laws pertaining to the division; ability to plan and
direct the activities of others in a manner conducive to full performance and
high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with associates, representatives of other agencies and the general public;
ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
good judgment; tact; courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands
of the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must meet
the qualifications for a director of community services as prescribed in 14 CRR-NY 102.6.
R 06/22/20
SUFFOLK
COUNTY
Non-Competitive