The incumbent will lead the newly organized Division of Public Behavioral Health to prevent and address mental health and substance use challenges in Baltimore City
Job Summary
The incumbent will lead the newly organized Division of Public Behavioral Health to prevent and address mental health and substance use challenges in Baltimore City.
Critical responsibilities include managing the city's syringe exchange program, overseeing the Healthcare on the Spot partnership, and supporting the police department consent decree.
This senior leadership role requires a candidate with strong administrative skills to manage approximately 30 employees and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
Matching Summary
The incumbent will lead the newly organized Division of Public Behavioral Health to prevent and address mental health and substance use challenges in Baltimore City.
Salary
Base: $107,187.00 - $176,715.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Senior management experience in public health
Experience managing behavioral health services
Knowledge of harm reduction strategies
Strong community engagement skills
Budgeting and fiscal oversight capabilities
Nice-to-have
Experience with consent decree compliance
Background in violence prevention
Ability to lead through influence
Collaboration with diverse stakeholders
Key Requirements
Master's degree in public health or related field
Minimum 8 years senior management experience
4 years managing homogeneous functions through supervisors
Residency requirement: Must reside in Baltimore City within 6 months
Financial disclosure and background check required