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Reference #: 2308363 Description Job title START Clinical Coordinator Reports to Program Director

Are you looking for an opportunity to help people improve their lives? RHD is seeking a Clinical Coordinator for its START team in Allegheny County. RHD offers a generous benefits package along with a salary of $65,000 per year.

START stands for Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources, and Treatment. Our goal is to provide stability and prevent disruptive crises in participants' lives. Position Summary START (Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources and Treatment) works collaboratively with the system of support to improve the lives of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-existing behavioral health needs/mental health concerns. The Clinical Coordinator will assist with referrals, including screening for enrollment, and ensures the coordination of support meetings and crisis plan development.

Essential Duties and Functions Provide administrative supervision to clinical coordinators and provide daily clinical triage support Maintain linkages and relationships with community partners Ensure the coordination of support meetings and crisis plans for individuals served through START Share on-call responsibilities to ensure 24/7 response to crisis situations within one hour of call telephonically and within 24 hours of call face-to-face Participate in recurring meetings with the leadership team, clinical team, and resource center Development of cross-systems crisis plans, intake/assessments, intervention and outcomes and any other applicable documentations of services provided Address emergency situations as they occur in the program according to established policies and procedures, and ensure communication of such situations in a timely fashion Requirements Duties and Responsibilities Obtain/maintain certification in PPD, CPR, First Aid, SCIP (Level 2), as needed per Agency policy Perform additional responsibilities as requested and/or necessary, including supporting alternate locations when assigned Adhere to flexible schedule that reflects the needs of the program(s) Maintain on-call responsibilities, as required Attend in-service training programs, clinical and academic conferences and workshops and other educational presentations to maintain current knowledge of relevant clinical issues and techniques Complete and submit all required paperwork both paper and/or electronic per compliance regulations Ensure that electronic individuals records and daily data input are maintained Ensure all required documentation is maintained in records in the prescribed manner Maintain small caseload for purposes of obtaining START coordinator certification. Qualifications Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology or human service field (licensure preferred) 3 years' preferred experience providing services to people who have IDD and mental health/or challenging behavior needs Supervisory experience preferred Must be a certified START coordinator within 12 months of employment as a team leader Must be efficient, well organized, and have excellent communication skills

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.