Street Health Manager (0923 Manager II) - Department of Public Health

Street Health Manager

Under the direction of the Director of Street Health, the Street Health Manager oversees services for individuals who are unhoused or unsheltered and in need of behavioral health intervention. This position is responsible for providing overall direction to civil service and contracted teams that provide street-based outreach and engagement. Key responsibilities include managing program development; planning, implementation, and evaluation of neighborhood-based initiatives; overseeing contracts and partnerships; and coordinating with key stakeholders to align the Street Health teams' efforts. The Street Health Manager also represents the Department of Public Health in citywide Street Health initiatives.

The Street Health Manager performs the following essential job functions :

• Manages programs and diverse operational activities of the Street Health teams.
• Provides clinical and administrative supervision to Street Health leadership and staff engaged in behavioral health outreach and intervention services.
• Plans, develops, and oversees complex projects and policies related to Street Health operations.
• Maintains regular communication with the Director of Street Health and program staff, and coordinates with other City departments to address the behavioral health needs of unhoused and unsheltered populations.
• Builds and sustains partnerships with hospitals, the jail system, and the homeless response system to ensure effective care coordination for individuals in need of behavioral health services.
• Develops policies and ensures program compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Uses a racial equity lens to evaluate and advocate for new and existing resources to meet the needs of San Francisco's culturally diverse communities.

The Street Health Manager may perform other duties as assigned / required.