Street Health Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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Under the direction of the Director of Street Health, the Street Health Manager (0923 Manager II) oversees services for individuals who are unhoused or unsheltered and in need of behavioral health intervention. This position is responsible for providing overall direction to civil service and contracted teams that provide street-based outreach and engagement. Key responsibilities include managing program development; planning, implementation, and evaluation of neighborhood-based initiatives; overseeing contracts and partnerships; and coordinating with key stakeholders to align the Street Health teams’ efforts. The Street Health Manager also represents the Department of Public Health (DPH) in citywide Street Health initiatives.

The Street Health Manager (0923 Manager II) performs the following essential job functions :

• Manages programs and diverse operational activities of the Street Health teams.
• Provides clinical and administrative supervision to Street Health leadership and staff engaged in behavioral health outreach and intervention services.
• Plans, develops, and oversees complex projects and policies related to Street Health operations.
• Maintains regular communication with the Director of Street Health and program staff, and coordinates with other City departments to address the behavioral health needs of unhoused and unsheltered populations.
• Builds and sustains partnerships with hospitals, the jail system, and the homeless response system to ensure effective care coordination for individuals in need of behavioral health services.
• Develops policies and ensures program compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Uses a racial equity lens to evaluate and advocate for new and existing resources to meet the needs of San Francisco’s culturally diverse communities.

The Street Health Manager (0923 Manager II) may perform other duties as assigned / required.

1. License and Certification :

​​2.  Experience : Three (3) years of professional experience in behavioral health services for people experiencing homelessness or with significant mental health or substance use needs, including at least two (2) years of verifiable experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PhD, PsyD).

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirements by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week).

Desirable Qualifications :

The stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring :

Company Description

The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of two main Divisions – the San Francisco Health Network and Population Health.

The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers.

With a broad community focus, the ultimate goal of the Population Health Division is to ensure that San Franciscans have optimal health and wellness at every stage of life, and to achieve this, the Division is comprised of various branches dedicated to core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco, such as health protection and promotion, disease and injury prevention, disaster preparedness and response, and environmental health services.

Company Description

The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of two main Divisions – the San Francisco Health Network and Population Health.\r\n\r\nThe San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers.\r\n\r\nWith a broad community focus, the ultimate goal of the Population Health Division is to ensure that San Franciscans have optimal health and wellness at every stage of life, and to achieve this, the Division is comprised of various branches dedicated to core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco, such as health protection and promotion, disease and injury prevention, disaster preparedness and response, and environmental health services.