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Department Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals Division Healthcare Health & Allied Professionals Salary $96,493.00 - $109,352.00 Job Profile JC-02509200-99 - Administrator I (BHDDH) (Non-Union Executive Branch) Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours Preferred Skills and Abilities: Audits, offering Technical Assistance, Train the Trainer, Office and field work with licensed BHDDH providers, assist in development of Policy & Procedures, oversee Plans of Corrections. Experience with vulnerable populations; DD population, Behavioral Health, and Substance Use Disorder This is a dual-leadership role, you will oversee the seamless integration of incident reporting and systemic performance enhancement by managing both the Intake Unit and assisting the Office of Quality Assurance on complex cases and overflow case management. Responsible for the operational integrity of the 24/7/365 QA hotline, ensuring that all reported incidents are meticulously documented in the BHDDH management system, triaged with appropriate urgency, and rigorously followed up on to secure necessary information. Beyond the immediate intake process, applicant will lead analyzing incident trends to identify systemic risks and drive data-informed improvements. A significant portion of oversight involves provider accountability, where you will verify the completion of Plans of Correction, confirm the implementation of required staff training, and act as a lead educator by delivering technical assistance on mandated reporting and investigative protocols. The Applicant will be bridging these two units to ensure a continuous loop of safety and compliance across the provider network. Proficient in multitasking, management experience, Microsoft suite products, experience in managing abuse, neglect, mistreatment and exploitation cases, experience with populations with behavioral health, substance use and developmental disabilities needs. Opening Date January 29, 2026 Closing Date February 8, 2026 Job Requisition Number JR100396 ADMINISTRATOR I (BHDDH) (Open) Pay Grade C00136 A Classification Administrator I (BHDDH) Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Within a Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) area designated as a medium-sized organizational component, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the planning, development and implementation of specified operations and services; or, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the administration of designated components of a BHDDH program of comparable complexity; and to related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; work is reviewed through conferences and reports for satisfactory performance and adherence to established rules, and guidelines. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, coordinates and reviews the work of supervisory, professional, technical and clerical staff. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Within a Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) area designated as a medium–sized organizational component, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the planning, development and implementation of specific operations and services; or, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the administration of designated components of a BHDDH program of comparable complexity. To apply innovative and emerging methods, technologies and management practices to the operation of the organization and/or program. To coordinate or conduct analyses of specific programs, services, resources and costs and benefits to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the program. To assist in the development of assigned components, short and long-term goals and objectives, management plans and operating plans and to oversee their implementation and evaluation. To assist in achieving fiscal integrity and accountability within the program area. To assist in the development of operating and capital budget plans, proposals and requests, as required. To periodically consult and confer with intra and interagency representatives to assess and recommend changes in programs, services, goals and objectives, as required. To assure that programs and services conform with federal, state and other regulations and requirements and with the overall mission and goals of the department. To encourage professional and staff development activities within the program or services area. To provide professional opinion, consultation and advice, as required. To serve as an effective member of the department, agency and program leadership team. To assist in coordination of programs and services with other BHDDH agencies, other state departments and agencies, municipal, federal and private agencies and parties, as required. To provide effective and informative reports; to prepare communications and communicate regularly with departmental and program staff, and with others as required. To represent the department in a variety of roles and settings, as required. To assist in the development and maintenance of appropriate and adequate information systems and to produce reports as needed. To meet and conform to the requirements of an operational set of performance specifications. To do related work as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the operations of the program or services area and the ability to promote effective and efficient programs and services; a working knowledge of the principles and practices employed in the administration of public health care programs and services; a working knowledge of trends and best practices in the program or services area and the ability to apply this knowledge to planning, coordinating, administering and evaluating the program; a working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures; the ability to lead, supervise, direct, assign and evaluate the work of subordinate; the ability to serve as an effective administrative subordinate; the ability to serve as an effective member of an administrative team; the ability to provide leadership and coordination; the ability to communicate effectively; the ability to meet and conform to the requirements of an operational set of performance specifications; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Such as may have been gained through: possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Management, Health Administration, or in the specifically assigned area of organizational or program responsibility; and Experience: Such as may have been gained through: extensive employment in a responsible supervisory capacity environment (line/direct service or staff support) in a health care environment. Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Supplemental Information GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Within a Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) area designated as a medium-sized organizational component, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the planning, development and implementation of specified operations and services; or, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the administration of designated components of a BHDDH program of comparable complexity; and to related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; work is reviewed through conferences and reports for satisfactory performance and adherence to established rules, and guidelines. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, coordinates and reviews the work of supervisory, professional, technical and clerical staff. Benefits For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at https://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/. Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee. STATE OF RHODE ISLAND JOBS The State of Rhode Island is committed to providing fundamental services to all Rhode Islanders. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of providing public service with purpose and impact. 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