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The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is requesting applications for a CCBHC & 988 Systems & Performance Strategist position, with resumes due October 13, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. CST (RFX 3150007020 / Smart 3371-27-R-RFIN-00002).

This is a full-time contract position offering $45.00 per hour for up to 40 hours per week. The role requires a Master's degree from an accredited institution in public health, behavioral health, healthcare administration, social work, psychology, public administration, business administration, or a related field, plus a minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience in behavioral health, healthcare, program implementation, project management, performance improvement, data analysis, or related areas.

The incumbent will lead statewide strategic planning, coordination, implementation support, and performance oversight for Mississippi's Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) and 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline initiatives. Key responsibilities include supporting CCBHC and 988 program implementation and continuous improvement; strengthening coordination among behavioral health system partners; researching and translating national best practices; conducting data collection and analysis to evaluate program performance; developing performance measures and reports; and monitoring federal policy and funding opportunities. Required competencies include thorough understanding of evaluation and evidence-based programming, high-level program management experience, demonstrated knowledge of Mississippi's public behavioral health system and the CCBHC model, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products.

Preference is given to candidates with demonstrated experience managing SAMHSA-funded grants and initiatives, including grant writing, implementation, performance monitoring, evaluation, and federal reporting. Experience with 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline operations, crisis system development, CCBHC implementation, or behavioral health system transformation initiatives is highly preferred.

Applicants must submit sealed envelopes plainly marked with the position title to MarQuaita Lampkin, Human Resources Director, at 239 North Lamar Street, Suite 1001, Jackson, MS 39201. Contact: (601) 359-1288 or marquaita.lampkin@dmh.ms.gov. Resumes received after the deadline may be rejected unopened. The Department reserves the right to waive minor informalities and reject any or all applications.