Clinical Director II

NorthBay START • Fairfield, CA

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About The Position

The Clinical Director II is an at-will leadership and management position within a program, reporting administratively to the Program Director. The role provides clinical supervision to Personal Service Coordinators and interns, supervises assigned staff, and assists the Program Director with program operations. The position ensures members’ clinical needs are met, their safety and well-being are supported, and required paperwork is complete and accurate.

The Clinical Director II provides individual, group, and family therapy under the supervision of an LCSW or MFCC; supports teams with service planning and documentation; responds to crises; and conducts quality management activities. The role also represents the agency in county utilization reviews, provides staff training, and enforces agency policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Full licensure as an LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC, verified with the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
• Varied experience as a provider of mental health services.
• California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance and registration.
• Reliable transportation capable of passing a vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old; two-wheeled transportation, including bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles, is excluded.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy under the supervision of an LCSW or MFCC.
• Facilitate groups, provide individual and family therapy, and update diagnoses for clients who are not receiving medication management services from the program psychiatrist.
• Clinically supervise Personal Service Coordinators and interns, and provide day-to-day supervision to assigned staff.
• Assist teams with coordination and service plans that include measurable objectives.
• Help teams prioritize resources to complete county paperwork requirements and identify areas for improvement in documentation.
• Ensure paperwork standards are met and complete assigned paperwork in a timely manner.
• Address communication difficulties between staff and members through interventions that enhance communication.
• Provide in-service training and workshops, including training for all staff.
• Review and complete Denial of Rights Forms when indicated.
• Visit members periodically to provide direction and support.
• Intervene promptly during crises, notify relevant people and agencies when indicated, and provide on-the-spot counseling consistent with program philosophy.
• Ensure members’ safety, health, and well-being.
• Enforce Turning Point Community Programs’ policies and procedures.
• Represent the agency at County utilization review and participate in off-site trainings.
• Conduct quality management activities as directed by the Clinical Director and Team Leader, including preparation for county utilization and review audits, internal audits, review of service provision and charting, and other assigned projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager