Clinical Coordinator - New Prospects (57149)

RECOVERY NETWORK OF PROGRAMS, INC.•Bridgeport, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

In accordance with RNP's Mission Statement, Philosophy of Client Care and Code of Ethics as stated in the Personnel Policies and under the supervision of the Director of New Prospects provides general direction and supervision to departmental staff and may manage an assigned caseload of clients by performing the following duties. HOURS: Monday - Friday: 3 shifts, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; 2 shifts, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

Requirements

Master’s degree in the behavioral sciences
At least four (4) years experience in counseling, case management and the provision and supervision of integrated care.
LCSW/LADC/LPC/LMFT
Knowledge of principles and techniques of counseling, crisis intervention, and/or case management.
Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate information pertinent to the clinical care of persons served.
Knowledge of the physical, psychological, social and economic effects of substance abuse, homelessness, mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
Knowledge of community resources.
Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality.
Demonstrates and applies working knowledge of the 1115 Substance Use Disorder Waiver, DPH, CARF, and any other applicable regulatory and accrediting body standards.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to project a professional image.
LCSW/LADC/LPC/LMFT required.
Extensive experience in the provision and supervision of integrated co-occurring treatment.
Incumbents may be required to secure additional professional certification and/or license (e.g.) certified co-occurring disorders Professional (CCDP).
Valid Connecticut driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

Creates and maintains a positive work environment with a focus on developing team integration and motivating/supporting staff whenever possible.
Supervises counseling staff by utilizing appropriate principles of integrated care, management techniques, including day-to-day direction, scheduling, training, crisis management, risk assessment and evaluations.
Conducts documented clinical supervision in accordance with RNP policy and the 1115 Demonstration Waiver for Substance Use Disorder. Supervision is ultimately related to clinical interventions, quality of care and client welfare.
May conduct screenings, coordinates new admissions and makes every effort to maintain utilization rates at 90%+, communicates and collaborates with medical personnel referring clients in order to ensure medical clearance and documentation of such prior to admissions.
Works with Program Director in close collaboration with on-site medical staff and other health care personnel in community re: client evaluation, diagnosis and behavioral and medical treatment services.
Responsible for exclusively facilitating weekly mental health groups & documenting clinical notes for these groups.
Maintains records and provides reports including daily census, DPAS admissions/discharges, service data and co-occurring outcome data.
Assists the Program Director in long range planning and quality improvement.
Must work 40 hours per week onsite, with at least one evening shift. Department Head and Program Director determine the schedule based on program needs.
Provides 24 hour, on-call coverage via phone during hours when not physically present.
Assumes all other appropriate duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.