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New York City Health + Hospitals Correctional Health Services Clinical Supervisor, Correctional Health Services, OTxHU in NEW YORK, New York

Position OverviewThis full-time position reports either directly or through a Senior Clinical Supervisor to the Deputy Director of Mental Health in the Division of Correctional Health Services and is responsible for the clinical oversight, management, and innovative treatment development for individuals incarcerated in the New York City jail system and housed in the assigned facility.The Clinical Supervisor (CS) is responsible for maintaining the clinical integrity of the specific program or housing area(s) to which they are assigned, including ensuring that all clinicians are providing appropriate and timely clinical interventions and documentation. Depending on the treatment area, the CS manages patient admissions and discharges, monitors and engages in treatment, oversees quality assurance, manages on-going training and education for treatment-area staff, and performs other managerial administrative tasks including liaising with DOC. In addition to direct supervisory and management responsibilities, the CS also provides direct care to a small case-load of complex patients and is responsible for the accompanying medical record documentation.ResponsibilitiesFormulate and implement procedures for operating, monitoring, and evaluating mental health programs and services in assigned area of responsibility.Develop and lead staff training programs and exercises to maintain a culture of learning and clinical excellence.Serve as the clinical leader for the assigned area of responsibility and provide weekly individual and in-person supervision for all assigned mental health clinical staff; review diagnostic, treatment, and level of care decisions and documentation; ensure adherence to policies and procedures; and conduct clinical case conferences.Lead daily multi-disciplinary meetings with all mental health staff in the assigned area of responsibility, including DOC when appropriate.Assist the Senior Clinical Supervisor in coordinating scheduling and assignment of patient care appointments, scheduling of staff, and management of referrals to mental health serviceParticipate in providing quality assurance and quality improvement as directed by the Clinical Director of Mental Health.Coordinate re-entry services with the social work staff in the assigned area of responsibilityMeet regularly with assigned supervisor to provide meaningful input into program design and policy formationPersonnel management of the clinical staff, with assistance from the Senior Clinical Supervisor and/or Clinical and Medical Directors as needed, including recruiting, mentorship, supervision, and disciplinary proceduresAt least 20% of time devoted to direct clinical care, some of which may include supervision of trainees. Timely and clear documentation of supervision and clinical care is expected.Other duties as assigned by a Senior Clinical Supervisor, or the Clinical Director or Chief of Mental Health.Departmental PreferencesDemonstrate advanced knowledge of psychopathology in assessing patients in need of mental health treatment, including mental status examination and diagnosis.Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, as well as with NYC DOC staffStrong leadership skills with ability to identify staff needs and provide mentorship and education to suit those needsFlexible dispositionPh.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology, LCSW, or LMHCThree years clinical experience working with individuals with mental illness.At least one year of experience working in an institutional or correctional setting.One-year supervisory experience in a clinical setting.Minimum Qualifications</stron

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