The Missouri Coalition of Recovery Support Providers, hereafter referred to as MCRSP, is seeking an Executive Director. The Search Task Force (STF) is made up of MCRSP Coalition Leadership members; representation from the Missouri Department of Mental Health/Behavioral Health Division; Representation from the Missouri Behavioral Health Council; and other state RSS Stakeholders. MCRSP is a network of faith, peer, and community organizations that restore and rebuild lives and families seeking recovery from substance use disorders through immediate access and long-term relationships. The coalition's overall vision is to provide and build a unified voice for Missouri Recovery Support Providers within the state and throughout the nation. In addition, MCRSP serves as the Missouri state affiliate for the National Alliance of Recovery Residences, (NARR), with the primary task of accrediting recovery housing programs by NARR Standards. Reporting to the MCRSP Executive Board of Directors, the Executive Director will oversee the operations of MCRSP staff and the state-wide coalition.
OBJECTIVES OF THIS POSITION
Oversee day-to-day operations of the MCRSP Coalition and staff providing executive direction for business management, contractual compliances, and quality assurance.
Work closely with the MCRSP State executive board of directors, the at-large state-wide board of directors, and the state regional MCRSP affiliate leadership boards.
Work closely with the Missouri Department of Mental Health's collaborations and initiatives surrounding MCRSP.
Oversee, protect, and grow MCRSP's Missouri General Revenue Line items and support.
Work closely with state and federal legislatures in securing and expanding funding to and for the mission of MCRSP.
Build and lead MCRSP's state funding advocacy initiatives.
Oversee the operation and compliance of the MCRSP NARR State Accreditation Process in Missouri and other contracted states.
Oversee management of MCRSP's Annual Operations Budget and state and federal funding.
Oversee MCRSP state-wide DMH-funded coalition training initiatives.
Oversee MCRSP board-approved National Training initiatives for the coalition.
Increase awareness of MCRSP's purpose and mission by serving as its principal spokesperson and liaison to media and stakeholders, including but not limited to DMH, DOC, NARR, ARCO, and Missouri State Legislature.
Effectively address, (on behalf of MCRSP), with knowledge and understanding, behavioral health issues and related alcohol and substance use treatment, MAT, and recovery support services delivery models.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Work closely with the Department of Mental Health Contracted Access Sites to operate MCRSP's state Recovery Support Voucher system.
Work closely with the Missouri Department of Mental Health contracted recovery support providers assisting them in the RSS voucher management system.
Oversee MCRSP's working relationship with DMH-contracted Recovery Support Community centers.
Oversee the working relationship between MCRSP and DMH-contracted Mental Health and/or Substance Use Treatment centers.
Oversee the NARR accreditation and renewal process of the recovery housing providers throughout the state.
Oversee the management of MCRSP's National and State training initiatives such as Get Help, Relias, NARR, and Fletcher Group platforms.
Oversee development and operationalized strategies to take MCRSP to the next stage of growth.
Serve as MCRSP's principal contact and liaison with contracted funding acquisitions.
Represent MCRSP effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people with a keen awareness of DEI initiatives.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Permanent approved working status in the United States.
Minimum of a bachelor's degree from a (4) year nationally accredited college or university. This existed in our previous screening.
Minimum of (3) years of experience at a top executive level in a non-profit, governmental, or closely related field.
Minimum of (3) years of experience working in and/or with a recovery-related organization or organization.
Special Education, or a clinical specialty area serving people with behavioral health and substance use issues.
National awareness and understanding of evidence-based best practices and emerging issues surrounding addiction and recovery.
Knowledge of Medicaid policies as well as other federal funding and policies that affect funding for recovery support services in Missouri.
Exceptional skill base working with state legislators and Government Officials regarding program funding for substance use and recovery support services.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.
General working Knowledge of SAMHSA definition of recovery and multiple pathways to recovery.
Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed.
Sustained abstinence-based and continued abstinence-based recovery if applicable.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in a field related to the administration or provisions of human services programs, including degrees in Social Work, Business Administration, Public or Educational Administration, Special Education, or a clinical specialty area serving people with behavioral health and substance abuse issues.
History of successful legislative budget acquisitions for non-profit programs in Missouri.
Professional Lobbying experience.
Minimum of (3) years of experience in governmental affairs and/or legislative experience at the state or federal level.
SALARY COMPENSATION UP TO $95,000 PLUS BENEFITS.
The position will require residency in the State of Missouri
The position will be a hybrid working from home and in person in Jefferson City.
Relocation funds will be considered.
Qualified persons shall send a cover letter and resume (not to exceed ten pages in length) to be received by 5:00 p.m. on May 31, 2024, via email to: . No hard copies, fax, or hand-delivered documents.