Posting Details Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date. This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Our Vision Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system. Our Mission We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services. Our Goals Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce. Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives. Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information. Build the best team in state government by supporting employees continuous growth and wellness. Why does the job exist? The Behavioral Health Workforce / Training Program Coordinator will: Identify and promote promising training practices among New Mexico's Behavioral Health (BH) and related service systems; Develop and implement training strategies; Identify, coordinate and track trainings in management and leadership skills, treatment and screening approaches including evidence-based best approaches and integrated care, including providers supporting the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA); Assign special projects which include contract and grant, implementation and oversight. How does it get done? The Behavioral Health Workforce / Training Program Coordinator is responsible for: Synthesizing and distributing recommendations on strategies for improving the quality and relevance of program trainings; Convening expert panels to identify best practices in training development; Identifying innovation in training development through national searches for innovative training practices, with reviews of these practices by a panel of experts; Identifying strategies and tactics for overcoming the obstacles to improving training development practices; Disseminating information to stakeholders about best practices, and innovative strategies. Who are the customers? Health Care Authority (HCA); Behavioral Health Services Division (BHSD); HCA Office of the Secretary (OOS); Constituents and Providers; Citizens of New Mexico; Other State Agencies; Behavioral Health Services Division (BHSD) Leadership. Ideal Candidate Health Care Authority (HCA); Behavioral Health Services Division (BHSD); HCA Office of the Secretary (OOS); Constituents and Providers; Citizens of New Mexico; Other State Agencies; Behavioral Health Services Division (BHSD) Leadership. Minimum Qualification Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of professional level experience with a tactical impact directly related to the purpose of the position defined by the agency at the time of recruitment. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must obtain a Defensive driving certification. Working Conditions Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Some travel. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here

Agency Contact Information:

Jolene Jaffa, (505) 690-9920. Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.