Project Manager - Evidence-Based Practices

41 Anthony Ave, Augusta, ME 04333, USA

Req #966

Thursday, August 1, 2024

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO), an affiliate of Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG), is focused on delighting clients with world-class managed staffing and talent consulting services. SSO is committed to a diverse workforce, which is a reflection of our clients and the people they serve.

Evidence-Based Practices Project Manager – Maine DHHS

1. Overview

An overview of the work, briefly summarizing the job, the main purpose, the objectives, and the results expected.

The Department of Health and Human Services (Department) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Office of Behavioral Health (OBH), within DHHS supports Maine people with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders in living not only symptom-free, but with dignity, hope and meaning. This position is a member of the Children’s Behavioral Health Services Unit. This position may require travel throughout the State of Maine.

The Evidence-Based Practices Project Manager (EBPPM) will take a primary role in developing and implementing a comprehensive statewide plan to implement Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) at all levels. The comprehensive statewide plan will include developing fidelity monitoring practices and fidelity guidelines. The EBPPM will provide ongoing support and fidelity monitoring to providers of the various levels of Triple P and provide oversight of multiple pilots of various Triple P levels. The EBPPM will be responsible for collaborating with internal and external partners and may be called on to represent the Department in both internal and external initiatives.

Implementation of the Triple P comprehensive statewide plan will also include sustainability recommendations in support of Triple P at all levels.

1. Knowledge, Skills and Certifications

Specific qualifications needed to perform the job including, necessary licenses, knowledge, skills, education, experience, training, and technical skills.

In order to qualify, you must have at least two (2) years of project management experience. No licenses are required.

Knowledge and Skills required:

• Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices for children and families and the Children’s Behavioral Health System (CBHS).

• Knowledge of available community resources and services.

• Knowledge of client and family rights.

• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations affecting mental health practices.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• A knowledge of contract development, oversight, data collection/analysis and research.

• Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to utilize technology and Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to manage projects effectively and efficiently, including keeping project team members on task and the project on time.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and plan a large-scale project.

• Ability to analyze program data and apply it to program quality improvement.

• Ability to prepare a presentation and present to diverse groups of partners.

The background of well-qualified candidates should demonstrate the following competencies:

1. Experience/knowledge in the provision of behavioral health services to children and families, specifically evidence-based practices and promising practices.

2. A knowledge of contract development, oversight, data collection/analysis and research.

3. Strong written and oral communication skills ( please provide a writing sample ) and ability to utilize technology and Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint.

4. The ability to develop and implement project plans including the effective and efficient management of the project and project team

5. Duties and Deliverable (Outline of specific job duties)

Specific duties required of the resource, as well as any expected deliverables, including necessary travel expectations.

This position takes a primary role in developing and implementing a statewide, multi-level project to expand the Triple P Positive Parenting Program at all levels. This position will develop/implement a project plan and provide ongoing support and fidelity monitoring to providers of the various Triple P interventions. This position is responsible for collaborating with partners specific to Triple P and may be called on to represent the Department in both internal and external initiatives.

• Developing a project plan to implement all levels of Triple P across Maine.

• Managing the implementation of Triple P to include data tracking, engagement with a variety of partners and fidelity monitoring.

• Managing CBHS contracts specific to Triple P pilots and other evidence-based practices, as applicable.

• Conduct ongoing quality assurance work to monitor implementation of and fidelity to Triple P.

• Develop and implement tracking of providers of Triple P interventions.

1. Schedule

Summary of work schedule, including normal working hours, on-call expectations, allowed time off (which is non-billable), ability to work remote.

The work schedule will be coordinated with the Children’s Behavioral Health Manager. The position is anticipated to be a 40 hour per week position with no overtime. The work can be performed remotely but may require some on-site meetings/events or other travel.

Compensation for roles at Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, SSO provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, SSO provides a range of benefits for this role.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an Employment Visa at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Staffing Solutions Organization LLC is an e-Verify participant.

Other details

• Pay Type Salary

• Max Hiring Rate $84,468.80

• Travel Required Yes

• Required Education Equivalent Experience

• 41 Anthony Ave, Augusta, ME 04333, USA

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