Youth MCI Clinical Supervisor

Overview

Sign on bonus:$5000; 1/3 upon completion of 30 days, 1/3 upon completion of 6 months, 1/3 upon completion of 9 months

The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the clinical oversite of CBHC, Clinic, and substance use disorder (SUD) Clinicians including conducting weekly clinical supervision, ensuring that clinical documentation meets all clinic, DPH, and CARF standards, onboarding and training new clinical staff, and the professional development of the clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Provides weekly clinical supervision to clinical staff and interns.

• Facilitates Clinical Rounds and monthly group supervision to the clinical team.

• Responsible for ensuring MDT reviews are conducted within expected timeframes and client charts are in compliance with clinic, DPH, and CARF requirements.

• Participates in regular Quality Improvement and Utilization Review activities consistent with the Behavioral Health Division’s policies and practices.

• Collaborates with the MCI and CCS CBHC teams: Participates in clinical huddles, treatment planning, referrals, case reviews and other mechanisms to ensure care is coordinated.

• Communicates and networks with community providers and collaterals to increased access to care/promote ambulatory care.

• Onboards and provides clinical training to all new clinical staff.

• Facilitates new staff orientation groups.

• Works with the training coordinator to ensure clinicians are trained in Evidence Based Practices

• Participates in back- up on call rotation.

• Assists the Director of Quality in reviewing record requests.

• Participates in the professional development of licensed clinicians.

• Carry a caseload as assigned. 10 hours a week or 1 weekly group.

• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Experienced in effective clinical supervision techniques.

• Ability to provide strong leadership to clinical team.

• Familiar with behavioral health, substance/addiction disorders and psychiatric conditions. 

• Experienced in use of evidenced based practices.

• Experienced in use of formal and informal assessment practices.

• Knowledge of and understanding of participatory planning techniques.

• Experienced in use of crisis intervention techniques.

• Familiar with managed care practices and medical necessity criteria.

• Experienced in use of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques.

• Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, and other resources.

• Knowledge of available community resources and alternative levels of care.

• Knowledge and use of different communication styles.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Sensitivity to and understanding of cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues.

• Knowledge and understanding of Code of Ethics.

• Proven ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity.

About Vinfen

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers

My Vinfen. My Community. My Job.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Qualifications

Typical Requirements:

A minimum of 2 years' experience in acute behavioral health care, with experience providing direct clinical supervision.

Preferred /Required Education:

Master’s degree in social work or mental health counseling is required. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training.

Driving Requirements:

May be called on to drive for Vinfen using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. If driving, must maintain a safe driving record, which is subject to annual checks. If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance.

Physical Effort:

Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear and communicate with clients, staff and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Required Certifications:

CPR required within two weeks of hire

First Aid required within two weeks of hire

Required Credentials/Licenses:

LICSW or LMHC in state of service is required.

Pay Range

USD $96,842.00 - USD $96,842.00 /Yr.

Compensation: 96842 to 96842 (USD)