Clearinghouse Director

Posting Number: S13383P

Working Title: Clearinghouse Director

Department: FACS-Inst Hum Dev & Disability

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Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience

Posting Date: 03/17/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 05/01/2025

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

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Classification Title: Director. Subdivision/Unit AD

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.0

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:
•  Master's degree or an advanced degree in social science or closely related field
•  At least 5 years in a senior leadership role
•  Education or experience related to Behavioral Health or Criminal Justice
Position Summary: The Behavioral Health and Criminal Justice Clearinghouse is housed in the David Ralston Center for Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, a part of the Institute on Human Development and Disability in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. The Clearinghouse will provide policymakers with the data they need to make sound decisions, will provide community members with data to better understand issues impacting their communities, and will be a repository for best practice reports, research, and policy papers. As the Clearinghouse develops, it will provide training and technical assistance to local communities and will develop model programs.The Clearinghouse Director will cultivate innovation and drive data-driven reform in communities, in the state, and nationally. They will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and continually expanding and improving the Clearinghouse to meet the needs of diverse constituents in the state. They will lead the clearinghouse in: 1) Implementing data driven, cross-systems efforts to reduce the number of people with mental illnesses in jails; 2) Working to increase the number of jurisdictions that implement comprehensive criminal justice system and mental health collaborations, and 3) Supporting innovation in state policy to increase the availability of community-based treatment and services designed to reduce recidivism and support recovery for people with behavioral health needs.

The Clearinghouse Director will work with jurisdictions in Georgia, regionally, and nationally to improve outcomes for people with mental illnesses and substance use disorders who are at risk of justice system involvement or already involved with the criminal justice system.

They will engage in work focused on supporting statewide technical assistance and developing policy guidance as to how states and local government can work together to remove barriers and improve services to people with serious mental illnesses and co-occurring substance disorders to divert entry into the criminal justice system. They will support the policy work of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities which includes key policy changes states can make to support the reduction of incarceration for people with mental health conditions, and other similar projects as they arise. This position will show successful growth in the implementation of programs, policies, and practices to improve the response to people with behavioral health needs and increase diversion from the justice system.

The Clearinghouse Director position offers an opportunity to be a part of something from the ground up and to make important change in the lives of Georgia citizens and communities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
•  In-depth knowledge of behavioral health or criminal justice (preferable both)
•  Excellent organizational and project management skills including managing timelines
•  Excellent leadership and personnel management skills
•  Excellent writing skills for a variety of audiences, including academic journals and community stakeholders
•  Skill in designing and conducting qualitative and quantitative research
•  Basic level skill in analyzing data using qualitative or quantitative research analysis methods including working with large databases, data cleaning and organizing
•  Experience working with variety of clients, data sources, and datasets
•  Knowledge or experience in using programs such as SPSS, NVivo, Power BI, Tableau, or similar applications
•  Data visualization skills in preparing infographics, graphs, and charts to communicate evaluation or research findings in visually appealing reports
•  Skill in conducting interviews, focus groups and surveys
•  Excellent verbal communication skills, including skill in communicating findings and other information to key stakeholders
•  Ability to work both independently and with multiple partners and stakeholders
•  Demonstrates professional behavior and scientific integrity
Physical Demands: Work in a standard office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card? : No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

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Duties/Responsibilities: Program Development:
•  Conceptualize and oversee the design and creation of the Behavioral Health and Criminal Justice Clearinghouse.
•  Work directly with behavioral health and criminal justice leaders, stakeholders, and grantees to support in their efforts to help communities address challenges at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal justice system.
•  Examine existing programs, policies, and practices and provide policy recommendations to behavioral health and criminal justice agencies click apply for full job details