WHO WE ARE Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.
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WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health's mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.
Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You're a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.
Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.
Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER - Excellent Health and Dental Insurance
- Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
- Up to 11 Paid Holidays
- Retirement program through Mutual of America
- Additional supplemental insurance programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employer paid life insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) The Information Technology Manager will play a crucial role in the Information Technology team, assisting in the planning, implementing, managing, and maintaining all IT and information systems-related activities. The position will support the VP of IT in overseeing the IT systems, infrastructure, and ensuring alignment with the organization's objectives.
Essential Duties: - Assist in the daily management of IT and infrastructure departments, providing hands-on support for the implementation of IT strategies.
- Support the preparation of departmental budgets, including technology implementation and cost management.
- Collaborate with the IT team to ensure the ongoing maintenance of data security measures.
- Assist in the coordination of IT projects to align with organizational goals and ensure timely completion.
- Act as a liaison for internal IT-related communications and assist in communicating IT updates to stakeholders.
- Manage IT service requests and help with vendor contracts, purchasing agreements, and IT procurement processes under the guidance of the VP of IT.
- Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory bodies and industry standards, including HIPAA and healthcare regulations, under supervision.
- Assist in maintaining business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
- Support the VP of IT in advising the executive team on the financial and operational implications of IT.
- Assist in ensuring that all IT areas have the necessary resources and funding to meet organizational goals.
- Stay informed about IT advancements and healthcare technology trends to maintain professional competence.
- Assist in the execution of disaster recovery and continuity planning as part of the IT team.
Requirements
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU - Associates Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field required; Bachelors degree preferred.
- At least 5 years of direct experience in the Information Technology sector, ideally within healthcare organizations or integrated healthcare delivery systems.
- Experience in supporting IT teams and assisting in overseeing IT operations in a complex environment.
- Proven ability to manage and lead IT initiatives while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
- Knowledge of security systems, enterprise applications, electronic data interchange (EDI), and HIPAA transactions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft platforms, enterprise databases, storage systems, virtualization, and network infrastructure.
- Experience with health plan claims payment systems, CRM systems, and analytics tools such as Power BI preferred.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to translate technical IT solutions into practical actions to support organizational goals.
APPLY NOW Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:
Human Resources
Newport Mental Health
42 Valley Road
Middletown, RI 02842
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Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.