Director of Improving Systems

Hiring Department:MO Institute of Mental HealthAbout the team:Our Addiction Science Team at UMSL-Missouri Institute of Mental Health (UMSL-MIMH) strives to improve systems of care for those with substance use disorders, as well as enhance health and wellbeing among all people who use drugs. We do this through state, federal, and foundation-funded efforts to develop, implement, and rigorously evaluate and test initiatives involving substance use treatment, recovery, and harm reduction efforts in Missouri and across the U.S. Our overarching goals are to prevent overdose deaths, promote the dignity and worth of people who use drugs, reduce barriers to evidence-based treatment and recovery services, and build community-level ecosystems of supportive care. Given the diversity of the communities we serve, it is essential we approach our work with a focus on equity and an attitude of cultural humility.Job Description:University of Missouri-St. LouisMissouri Institute of Mental HealthDirector of Improving SystemsPosition Description:The Addiction Science Team is focused on 1) Improving Systems of Care and 2) Enhancing Drug User Wellness, with approximately 25 staff members supporting work in these two areas of concentration. We are currently looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, inquiring, and compassionate individual to serve as our team’s Director of Improving Systems. The person in this role will develop and oversee grants and programs designed to accomplish specific objectives (e.g., lower barriers to medications for opioid use disorder) across various systems that serve or otherwise interface with people who use drugs. These systems and settings include but are not limited to substance use disorder treatment, recovery support, emergency responders, public health departments, carceral and justice settings, hospitals, and maternal and family health programs. The Director of Improving Systems will focus on a small number of system-level projects at a time, while helping envision (and secure funding for) new projects pertaining to new systems as new ideas and needs emerge. They will also work with other team directors to collaboratively establish processes for staff and students to work across functions and content areas most effectively and support the development of innovative pilot projects. This individual will assume both lead and supportive roles in each day or week, depending on the circumstance. Critically, the Director of Improving Systems will also invest significant time supervising, mentoring, and coaching junior staff to support them in honing their ideas, learning new skills, and excelling in this and future stages of their careers.Subject matters of primary interest include but are not limited to:Substance use disorder AND the workings of any or all the following systems, settings, and services:Clinical treatment settings (including Opioid Treatment Programs)Recovery Support ServicesPeer Support and Community Health WorkersEmergency Responders (law enforcement, emergency medical services, fire)HospitalsPrimary CareCarceral and justice systems (prisons, jails, courts)Local public health departmentsPerinatal & Family HealthChild WelfareDuties and Responsibilities:Lead current and future efforts to accomplish our primary systems-related objectives: 1) increase rapid and long-term access to medications for opioid use disorder; 2) decrease stigma and misinformation; and 3) build ecosystems of care for people who use drugs.Establish and maintain strong external relationships with stakeholders across diverse systems in Missouri to help advance system-level collaboration and improvement.Lead sub-team planning and visioning efforts related to system improvement objectives by identifying service gaps, creatively generating ideas for how to fill those gaps, and securing resources and partnerships to ensure those gaps get and stay filled.Support Addiction Science staff members to maximize the potential impact of our current funding and programs through brainstorming, troubleshooting, and strategic planning.Contribute to grant budget development and monitoring and ongoing grant reporting activities.Contribute subject matter expertise to the development of training curricula, community-facing resources, and academic presentations and manuscripts.Carry out harm reduction principles in their approach to projects and collaborations.Demonstrate values consistent with diversity, equity, and inclusion through attending to research questions regarding health disparities and participating in efforts to advance equity in substance use services and our own working environment.Supervise and mentor 3-5 staff members, supporting their ongoing work efforts and coaching them to develop new skills and expertise to take them further in their careers.Reports to:Rachel Winograd, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Psychological SciencesRemote Work/Physical Requirements:Hybrid in-person and remote work expected, with 2-3 in-office days per week. Can be flexible in the first few months if the ideal candidate is not based locally.Shift:8am – 5pmMinimum Qualifications:A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.Preferred Qualifications:At least 10 years of experience working within systems serving or otherwise interfacing with people who use drugs (e.g., behavioral healthcare, medical settings, criminal justice).Strong leadership, mentorship, and personnel supervision skills.Experience writing successful grant proposals.Experience navigating bureaucratic rules and regulations to effect systems change.Anticipated Hiring Range:Pay commensurate with education and experience.Hiring Range:

$80,000 – $100,000 AnnualGrade:

GGS-012University Title:

4305 – Sr. Dir. Program /Project OperationsApplication Materials:Application materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date. Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Job site:

http://umsl.jobs.

Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). For questions about the application process, please email

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umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .Benefit Eligibility:This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .Values Commitment:We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate. In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations.

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