Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) & 988 Systems & Performance Strategist

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is hiring a full‑time CCBHC & 988 Systems and Performance Strategist to lead statewide strategic planning, coordination, implementation, and performance oversight for the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) network and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The role involves working across agencies, providers, and community partners to translate state and federal priorities into actionable strategies, manage data collection and analysis, produce reports for SAMHSA and other federal entities, and support continuous quality improvement of the behavioral health system. Key responsibilities include coordinating workgroups, developing implementation plans, monitoring timelines and deliverables, researching best practices, and facilitating stakeholder engagement. The position requires a master’s degree in a related field and at least eight years of relevant experience, with strong project‑management, data‑analysis, and stakeholder‑management skills. Salary is $45 per hour, up to 40 hours per week. • Full‑time contract (up to 40 hrs/week) – $45/hr • Lead strategic planning for CCBHC and 988 initiatives statewide • Coordinate cross‑agency workgroups, timelines, and deliverables • Manage data collection, analysis, and federal reporting (SAMHSA) • Provide technical assistance, training, and stakeholder engagement • Minimum: Master’s degree + 8 years relevant experience (behavioral health, program implementation, grant management) • Preferred: Experience with SAMHSA‑funded grants, 988 Lifeline operations, CCBHC implementation.