Administrative Programs Manager III

About the role

This position supports the State Opioid Treatment Authority (SOTA) and serves as the primary liaison between ODMHSAS and Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) across Oklahoma.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site visits to OTPs to provide and/or coordinate technical assistance, training, and support.
• Aid providers in implementing evidence-based practices and developing quality improvement plans while monitoring progress and outcomes.
• Serve as the primary liaison between OTP providers, ODMHSAS, community partners, and federal agencies to support coordination, communication, and problem-solving related to MOUD services.
• Develop, implement, and deliver training and educational materials for treatment providers, community partners, cross-system stakeholders, and the general public, focusing on increasing understanding of methadone and MOUD, promoting evidence-based practices, and reducing stigma associated with medication treatment.
• Support the development and oversight of contract statements of work (SOWs) and ensure contracted OTP providers meet state and federal requirements through monitoring activities, data review, and compliance tracking.
• Aid the SOTA with SAMHSA Extranet exception requests and related documentation to ensure timely and compliant submission and tracking.
• Update, monitor, and report on the Opioid Treatment Provider (OTP) Medication Registry to ensure accuracy, compliance, and appropriate utilization.
• Participate in local, state, and federal trainings, meetings, and workgroups related to MOUD, OTP regulations, and emerging best practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including support for budget development, grant activities, GPRA data collection, and event or conference coordination.

Requirements

The position is fully grant-funded and is contingent upon the availability of grant funding. Continued employment is dependent on the continuation of funding.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Human Relations, Psychology, Public Health, Public Administration, Education, or related degree, with four years of professional experience in the behavioral health field, including two years in substance use or treatment.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional level experience for each year of the required education, including a Bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience.

Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone, with strong preference for those with direct experience in an Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP) setting.

Benefits

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance for insurance premiums.
• Comprehensive health insurance options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retail savings with employer matching.
• Longevity bonuses and CEU training opportunities.