Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About The Family and Social Services Administration:
The Division of Mental Health and Addiction supports Indiana’s network of mental health care providers. We operate six hospitals and fund addiction and prevention programs.
Role Overview:
This role, Project AWARE School- Based Mental Health Coordinator, coordinates school-based mental health awareness activities in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) - Project AWARE, supporting three Project AWARE grants supporting the Division of Mental Health and Addiction's requirement to partner for each grant serving as co-facilitator of all grant activities. You will collaborate with the IDOE to ensure Project AWARE goals are being met and to strengthen cross-system and cross-agency work. this role serve's as the liaison for schools and community providers involved in both Project AWARE grants as well as other schools and providers across the state. Your role assists with coordination and connection between Local Education Agencies (LEAs), local Systems of Care (SOCs) and Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs), as well as DMHA-funded school-based programs. You will manage contracts, grants, and MOUs as part of Project AWARE. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in social work, education or related field, a master's degree is preferred, plus experience in mental health and/or education systems. Additionally, the candidate will require exceptional communication and collaborative skills., coordinates school-based mental health awareness activities in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) - Project AWARE, supporting three Project AWARE grants supporting the Division of Mental Health and Addiction's requirement to partner for each grant serving as co-facilitator of all grant activities. You will collaborate with the IDOE to ensure Project AWARE goals are being met and to strengthen cross-system and cross-agency work. this role serve's as the liaison for schools and community providers involved in both Project AWARE grants as well as other schools and providers across the state. Your role assists with coordination and connection between Local Education Agencies (LEAs), local Systems of Care (SOCs) and Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs), as well as DMHA-funded school-based programs. You will manage contracts, grants, and MOUs as part of Project AWARE. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in social work, education or related field, a master's degree is preferred, plus experience in mental health and/or education systems. Additionally, the candidate will require exceptional communication and collaborative skills.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
-Establish program objectives, KPIs, and actions to achieve them.
-Develop, update, and monitor all policies and procedures related to the program area.
-Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to leadership or customers.
-Implement corrective action plans to solve program problems.
-Analyze, prepare, and disseminate monthly and annual program reports.
-Review budget and make budgetary recommendations to improve the program area finances.
-Ensure program requirements meet federal and state policies and grants compliance.
-Assist in the development and train employees or agency consultants on program requirements and usage.
-Coordinator and deliver communication plans and communications.
-Serve as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies.
-Serve on management committees or other governing boards.
-Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
-Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either
-a Master’s Degree with 1+ years of experience, or
-a Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years of experience, or
-a Associate’s Degree with 5+ years of experience, or
-at least 7+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
-Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
-Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
-Extensive knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
-Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.
-Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
-The ability general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
-Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
-Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles.
-Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
-Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
-Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
-Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
-Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
-Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
-Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
-Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
-A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
-150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
-Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
-Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
-12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
-Education Reimbursement Program
-Group life insurance
-Referral Bonus program
-Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
-Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
-Free Parking for most positions
-Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobsspd.IN.gov.
