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Get Access To All JobsDescription MGR-SOCIAL SVCS
University of Alabama at Birmingham
General Responsibilities
- To develop and manage the effective implementation of medical social services.
- To coordinate clinical social work practice to ensure quality outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Establishes clinical goals and objectives in clinics such as the Acute Medical Social Services, Spain Rehabilitation Social Services, 1917 Clinic, Acute Medical Social Services (REACT program), etc. Provides oversight for all counseling programs and staff.
- Manages human resources functions such as interviewing, hiring, scheduling, evaluating and disciplining clinical and support staff.
- Oversees marketing and planning activities including referral source contacts.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable internal and external policies, procedures and regulations.
- Develops and manages budget for areas of responsibility.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred:
- Experience with the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program and/or the 340B Drug Pricing Program, experience with quality improvement methodology and/or experience with data analysis.
- At least three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
- 7 years of related experience preferred.
Additional Duties
- Direct operations for the social work and mental health departments in a multidisciplinary HIV outpatient clinic.
- Operate with a high degree of independence in departmental leadership.
- Lead program development and administration for social work and mental health services.
- Define departmental objectives and establish systems that support program effectiveness and accountability.
- Lead policy development and quality improvement initiatives that support patient-centered care and clinic goals.
- Lead development of departmental budgets and ensure responsible resource allocation.
- Write grants and secure program funding, including preparing required program activity reports.
- Participate in organizational leadership activities and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making.
- Serve as clinic and departmental liaison to HIV community partners and related organizations at institutional, local, state, and national levels.
- Align social work and mental health departmental priorities with broader clinic strategic objectives and mission.
- Serve on the 1917 Clinic Leadership Council and participate in clinic-level strategic planning.
- Serve as subject matter expert on Ryan White eligibility and allowable expenditures and support compliance with Ryan White, 340B, and other program requirements.
- Craft, update, and implement departmental policies that reflect best practices and regulatory standards.
- Develop, implement, and monitor departmental standards, objectives, and key performance indicators.
- Lead quality assurance and quality improvement efforts for social work and mental health teams and participate in interdepartmental QI initiatives.
- Foster collaboration between social work, mental health, and other clinic departments to support coordinated care and efficient workflows.
- Provide administrative and operational oversight, mentorship, and support to departmental supervisors and serve as escalation point for complex issues.
- Assess budgetary and resource needs and manage allocations to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance with funding sources.
- Serve as liaison to the UAB Social Work department to support enterprise-wide initiatives and best practices.
- Represent the clinic to community partners, build strategic relationships, and oversee collaborative programs.
- Provide high-level oversight for programs run jointly with community partners to ensure intended outcomes.
- Supervise social services and mental health supervisors, including performance evaluation and mentorship.
- Participate in grant writing and ensure alignment between clinic and departmental goals.
- Communicate and collaborate with institutional, community, state, and national partners regarding HIV care and best practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $73,945 - $120,165
Qualifications
Education
- Master's degree in Counseling, Mental Health, Social Work or related Human Services field and five (5) years of related experience required.
- Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Licenses
- Currently licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling (ABEC) or currently licensed as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners or currently licensed as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners required.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Professional & Managerial
Organization: 311402400 Med - Infectious Diseases
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
Description MGR-SOCIAL SVCS
University of Alabama at Birmingham
General Responsibilities
- To develop and manage the effective implementation of medical social services.
- To coordinate clinical social work practice to ensure quality outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Establishes clinical goals and objectives in clinics such as the Acute Medical Social Services, Spain Rehabilitation Social Services, 1917 Clinic, Acute Medical Social Services (REACT program), etc. Provides oversight for all counseling programs and staff.
- Manages human resources functions such as interviewing, hiring, scheduling, evaluating and disciplining clinical and support staff.
- Oversees marketing and planning activities including referral source contacts.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable internal and external policies, procedures and regulations.
- Develops and manages budget for areas of responsibility.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred:
- Experience with the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program and/or the 340B Drug Pricing Program, experience with quality improvement methodology and/or experience with data analysis.
- At least three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
- 7 years of related experience preferred.
Additional Duties
- Direct operations for the social work and mental health departments in a multidisciplinary HIV outpatient clinic.
- Operate with a high degree of independence in departmental leadership.
- Lead program development and administration for social work and mental health services.
- Define departmental objectives and establish systems that support program effectiveness and accountability.
- Lead policy development and quality improvement initiatives that support patient-centered care and clinic goals.
- Lead development of departmental budgets and ensure responsible resource allocation.
- Write grants and secure program funding, including preparing required program activity reports.
- Participate in organizational leadership activities and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making.
- Serve as clinic and departmental liaison to HIV community partners and related organizations at institutional, local, state, and national levels.
- Align social work and mental health departmental priorities with broader clinic strategic objectives and mission.
- Serve on the 1917 Clinic Leadership Council and participate in clinic-level strategic planning.
- Serve as subject matter expert on Ryan White eligibility and allowable expenditures and support compliance with Ryan White, 340B, and other program requirements.
- Craft, update, and implement departmental policies that reflect best practices and regulatory standards.
- Develop, implement, and monitor departmental standards, objectives, and key performance indicators.
- Lead quality assurance and quality improvement efforts for social work and mental health teams and participate in interdepartmental QI initiatives.
- Foster collaboration between social work, mental health, and other clinic departments to support coordinated care and efficient workflows.
- Provide administrative and operational oversight, mentorship, and support to departmental supervisors and serve as escalation point for complex issues.
- Assess budgetary and resource needs and manage allocations to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance with funding sources.
- Serve as liaison to the UAB Social Work department to support enterprise-wide initiatives and best practices.
- Represent the clinic to community partners, build strategic relationships, and oversee collaborative programs.
- Provide high-level oversight for programs run jointly with community partners to ensure intended outcomes.
- Supervise social services and mental health supervisors, including performance evaluation and mentorship.
- Participate in grant writing and ensure alignment between clinic and departmental goals.
- Communicate and collaborate with institutional, community, state, and national partners regarding HIV care and best practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $73,945 - $120,165
Qualifications
Education
- Master's degree in Counseling, Mental Health, Social Work or related Human Services field and five (5) years of related experience required.
- Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Licenses
- Currently licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling (ABEC) or currently licensed as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners or currently licensed as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners required.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Professional & Managerial
Organization: 311402400 Med - Infectious Diseases
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Strategy Operations Manager
Target companies with a sponsorship track record
Focus on employers who have filed H-1B petitions for Strategy or Operations roles in prior years. This signals they understand the process and have infrastructure to support international hires beyond your OPT period.
Frame your degree as directly relevant
Strategy Operations roles typically require a degree in business, economics, engineering, or a related field. Explicitly connect your academic background to the role in your resume and cover letter to strengthen your OPT work authorization eligibility.
Highlight cross-functional project experience
Employers hiring for this role want evidence you can coordinate across teams and drive operational outcomes. Quantify your impact from internships or academic projects, such as process improvements, cost reductions, or initiative timelines you managed.
Start your job search at least three months early
OPT timelines are unforgiving. Applying three or more months before your start date gives employers time to complete internal approvals and gives you room to pursue the H-1B lottery if sponsorship is on the table.
Ask about sponsorship intent in the second interview
Raising sponsorship too early can hurt your candidacy. Wait until there is mutual interest, typically the second round, then ask directly whether the company has sponsored international employees in similar roles before.
Get your STEM OPT extension paperwork right
If your degree qualifies for STEM OPT, the 24-month extension gives you significantly more runway. Confirm your degree's CIP code qualifies, work with your DSO early, and file Form I-983 with your employer before your standard OPT expires.
Strategy Operations Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Strategy Operations Manager on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a field directly related to the role, such as business administration, economics, industrial engineering, or operations management. OPT requires that your job is in your field of study, so document the connection clearly. A mismatch between your degree and job function can put your work authorization at risk.
Do Strategy Operations Manager roles typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at larger technology, consulting, and financial services companies. Strategy and operations functions are well-established enough that employers in those industries have sponsored this role category before. Smaller startups are less predictable. Browsing OPT-friendly listings on Migrate Mate can help you identify employers with a demonstrated sponsorship history in this space.
Does a Strategy Operations Manager role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends entirely on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a qualifying STEM degree, such as one in industrial engineering, operations research, information systems, or applied mathematics, and your role involves analytical or technical work, the extension is likely available. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming you qualify.
What should I put on my Form I-983 for a Strategy Operations Manager position?
Your employer needs to describe how the role uses your STEM degree in a practical training capacity. For a Strategy Operations role, this typically includes responsibilities like data analysis, process modeling, operational planning, and performance measurement. Generic job descriptions rarely satisfy the I-983 standard, so work with your employer to make the connection between the role and your field of study explicit.
How competitive is the job market for Strategy Operations Manager roles on OPT?
This role sits at a senior end of the operations career path, so competition is real. Most employers want candidates who can demonstrate measurable business impact rather than just familiarity with frameworks. OPT students who have consulting internships, rotational program experience, or quantifiable operational results tend to advance further. Focus your search on employers who actively post OPT-friendly roles rather than applying broadly.