Director, Behavioral Health

Begin your future now and join the nearly 10,000 associates working daily to make a difference in the lives of at-risk populations. Headquartered in Centerville, Utah, Management and Training Corporation (MTC) provides thousands of individuals with life-changing opportunities through our management of Job Corps Centers and Correctional Facilities. Apply today and find out why MTC is a true Leader in Social Impact.

This is an in-office position at our Headquarters in Centerville, UT with required travel to MTC facilities.

MTC Corporate Benefits:

• Competitive Salary + Bonus
• Collaborative In-Office Environment
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 
• AD&D and Short-term Disability 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation and Sick time
• Paid Holidays 
• Professional Development Assistance 
• Career Advancement Opportunities 
• Employee Assistance Program 

Position Summary:

Reports to the Senior Director, MTC Medical. Manage the corrections behavioral health services and programs. Work closely with the Corporate Health Services Team and Health Servies Administrators, as well as the facility mental health teams.

Essential Functions:

• Select, design, and implement curricula for staff training and resident programs that align with best practices in mental health intervention and treatment.
• Identify and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to establish and maintain mental health continuous quality improvement practices including peer review.
• Lead and/or support the implementation of departmental initiatives related to behavioral health.
• Identify and implement innovative strategies for incorporating evidence-based correctional practices into the provision of mental healthcare. 
• Conduct research and report findings as needed.
• Provide ongoing training and support for mental health and other staff.
• Maintain multidisciplinary teams to form a comprehensive approach diagnostic, treatment planning, and other assessment practices and appropriate matching to behavioral health services.
• Travel to correctional, detention, and other facilities or programs sites, the MTC corporate office, training locations, and other events for the purpose of conducting MTC business.
• Assist with completing internal audits related to the provision of behavioral health services.
• Identify and monitor data for internal data system and create and monitor performance measures for mental health services delivery.
• Review mental health audit findings and assist in developing comprehensive corrective action plans as needed.
• Develop innovative, evidence-based strategies to incorporate into new proposals and contracts.
• Assist in developing and implementing new and revised policies and procedures affecting behavioral health services. Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with overall facility objectives and customer requirements. 
• Contribute to our company Culture of Caring by maintaining positive and respectful relationships with employees, customers, vendors, program recipients and our community.
• It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master's in counseling, social work, or related field.
• Full-time clinical experience providing behavioral health services to justice-involved populations for at least five years.  
• License to practice clinical mental health service delivery in at least one state is required (LPCC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent).  
• Supervisory experience preferred.  
• Must have conducted formal training for staff related to direct service delivery to justice-involved individuals.  
• Must have a strong foundation and understanding of effective therapeutic interventions, services, and best practices in policy and procedure for incarcerated persons with behavioral health treatment needs.
• Unless waived by management, valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.

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