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  • Youth System of Care Coordinator

    Missoula, Montana United States MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA Full Time Depends on Qualifications Nov 11, 2025
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    MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA

    Missoula County consists of over 30 departments to meet the needs of our citizens, from registering a motor vehicle to providing quality medical care through the health department and our federally qualified health center, access to the justice system in the form of the Sheriff’s Department and County Attorney’s office to public works projects.  Each department strives to fulfill the County’s mission: Missoula County Mission: Provide quality public service to protect and enhance the well-being of the people, communities, and environment of Missoula County. Vision: Missoula County is a trusted community leader enhancing the quality of life so people can thrive and realize individual and collective potential. Core Values: Integrity: We are accountable, ethical and transparent. Innovation: We choose to develop sustainable solutions that pursue opportunities and foster creativity. Teamwork: We are a diverse, interdependent organization that supports collaboration to work effectively. Community: We honor diversity and respect people, heritage, culture, and natural resources.          

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    Job Description

    Definition

    This is a full-time grant funded opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The rate of pay for this position depends on qualifications and experience.

    The Missoula County Community Justice Department is seeking a YOUTH SYSTEM OF CARE COORDINATOR to join their team. This position works on behalf of local government to coordinate the Missoula County System of Care (MCSOC) federal grant program. Partners with the Lead Family Coordinator to develop plans for and oversees implementation of MCSOC. Coordinate grant governance teams and provide leadership in all facets of System of Care development. Works to improve youth mental health and the social service systems through stakeholder engagement, research, program development, implementation, and evaluation for the Community Justice Department (CJD).

    Details: We are accepting completed application submissions until 5:00 p.m., November 28, 2025 .It is in your best interest to apply by this date.
    To Apply:
      ◦ Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested/submitted.
      ◦ Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, and a resume.
      ◦ Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
      ◦ Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.


    Representative Examples of Work

    Coordinates the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Missoula County System of Care federal grant program based on system of care values and principles, youth mental health best practices, family engagement, and through engagement with city, county, state, and federal partners, as well as consultants, contractors, community organizations, local stakeholders, and child-serving system professionals. Provides oversight and monitors all contracts for services required under the grant program, including community-based organizations providing children and family services, the Lead Family Coordinator (LFC), and Project Evaluator (PE). Evaluates the effectiveness of program services and delivery with the LFC and PE. Is responsible for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) required reporting and data collection and submission. Assists with the preparation of division and program budgets. Prepares reports and budget estimates, monitors and approves expenditures, and oversees grant administration. Stays informed of program development initiatives, state, and federal funding opportunities. Develops, tracks, and evaluates key performance indicators in partnership with grant evaluator for achieving program goals and reports outcomes. Obtains and analyzes data to develop data modeling and inform children's mental health and family service improvements. Adheres to program parameters and performance standards. Ensures program aligns with CJD mission and strategy. Provides guidance and expertise in youth and family mental health and social service system best practices. Develops and coordinates programs, policies and procedures, evaluates effectiveness, enhances coordination of existing assets and services; develops methods to fill gaps in resources, facilities and services; recommends changes. Provides training, workshops, conferences, and technical support. Coordinates the grant's required oversite board and engages formal and informal partners to effectively implement the initiative. Establishes collaborative team-oriented relationships with children’s systems stakeholders and people at all levels of the organization. Participates in team building and problem solving and facilitates cooperative team efforts among program partners/implementation teams. Organizes, sets agendas, and participates in program team meetings. Identifies and resolves partner agency needs. Liaises with the Missoula County Strategic Alliance and Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. Provides professional presentations and reports. Acts as a spokesperson for the System of Care Framework and provides community outreach and education. Incorporates evidence-based best practices, and data-driven information into recommendations. Collects, analyzes, synthesizes, and reports program data.

    Minimum Qualifications

      ◦ Requires a bachelor's degree in social or human services, or a related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
      ◦ Requires three (3) years' experience working in the community mental health field, with at least two of those years in a child serving system, leading complex projects with a proven record of innovation, performance management, strategic planning, and evaluation.
      ◦ Experience working with culturally diverse populations is desired.
      ◦ An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
      ◦ SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must be able to pass a criminal background check.


    Physical/Environmental Demands

    Work is primarily performed in an office or meeting room setting. Requires attendance at off-site meetings. May require attendance at night or weekend meetings; can require occasional out-of-town travel to attend meetings, conferences, and workshops. Schedule may require attending meetings or working outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines. Physical requirements include arm and hand steadiness and finger dexterity enough to use a keyboard and telephone; occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds; may be subject to walking, standing, sitting, reaching, bending, kneeling and handling; and vision, speech and hearing are sufficient to perform the essential tasks.

    Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in a scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
    Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
    Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.

    This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

    Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

    Excellent Medical Health Benefits- Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.

    Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

    Flexible Benefits Plan- Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

    Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.

    Public Employees Retirement System- Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.

    Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)- A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.

    Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

    Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.

    Sick Leave- Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

    Vacation Leave- Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

    Holidays- The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.

    Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

    Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

    Closing Date/Time: 11/28/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
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