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South Middlesex Opportunity Council Clinical Director - 228 COE House - $1000 Sign on Bonus in Framingham, Massachusetts
Summary: The clinical director has wide portfolio which includes mental health and drug and alcohol services. The person is responsible for all clinical programing and services delivered within the COE House program. Direct supervision of Counselors and Care Coordinators. In addition, the clinical director provides training, supervision, and support to Recovery Specialists. The Clinical Director shall be available to respond to emergencies. The Clinical Director will ensure compliance with all Licensing regulations regarding clinical services.
Why Work for SMOC?
Flexible schedule, work/life balance and a 35-hour work week.
Paid Time Off: All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment.
Employer Paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability after 6 months of employment.
Two Comprehensive Medical Plans with HRA Employer cost-sharing and 79% of premiums covered by the Employer.
Dental w/ Orthodontic Coverage with 75% of premiums covered by the Employer
EyeMed Vision Insurance
403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match on day one.
Additional voluntary benefits including – additional Term and Whole Life Insurance policies, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.
Primary Responsibilities:
Responsible for clinical services provided within the program.
Review and complete intake assessments on all clients as needed.
Develop and oversee Treatment Plans for COE House clients.
Provide supervision to Counselors and Care Coordinators and of required documentation including electronic client health records, treatment plans, etc.
Oversee communication with all collateral providers to ensure coordination of care. (DCF, Probation, DPH, Parole and Methadone clinic)
Facilitate and document regular clinical team meetings.
Review all clinical paperwork to ensure compliance with licensing requirements and funding sources.
Manage, develop and evaluate staff by providing timely mentoring, training and performance management. Complete required paperwork in accordance with company policy.
Follow evidenced-based treatment protocols and be familiar with ASAM criteria.
Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
Attend all required agency-wide meetings, including substance abuse and treatment team meetings.
Attend & participate in engagement team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
Maintain confidentiality at all levels.
Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements, as well as, SMOC policies & procedures.
Be responsible for the facility when the Director is unavailable.
Be available on call for crisis management in after-hours.
Other duties as assigned.
Design, deliver and oversee clinical /therapeutic groups.
Ensure that the team members understand and work to agreed performance expectations and support monitoring of the same as required.
Stay updated with current trends, research, and best practices in the field of mental health, incorporating this knowledge into program development and service delivery.
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Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
Master's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, and/or Human Services
Massachusetts License required (or on licensing track)
3 years clinical experience working with substance abuse
3 years clinical experience working with mental health diagnosis
Excellent organizational, training and time management skills
Strong verbal & written communication skills
Working knowledge of MS Word & Excel
Organizational Relationship: Directly reports to Program Director. Direct reports of this position are Care Coordinators, Counselors and Recovery Specialist Supervisor.
Physical Requirement: Ability to drive a van and to climb stairs in a residential building.
Working Conditions: This position has on-call responsibilities As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Clinical Director will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace
Monday-Friday
9am-5pm
35 hours per week