Clinical Director of Residential Services

The Educational Alliance Inc.•New York, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization, and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village. As we have for 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming–now across 15 sites—focusing on a mix of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement. The Center for Recovery and Wellness takes a holistic, strengths-based approach to recovery and wellness that responds to the distinct needs of each individual. Programs include residential and outpatient addiction treatment, recovery services, prevention education, and community programming. CRW offers culturally competent, evidence-based programs and services that strengthen individuals and communities, enhance resiliency, and foster lasting recovery. We are seeking an experienced full-time Clinical Director of Residential Services to oversee day-to-day clinical functioning of an OASAS-certified, residential substance abuse program.

Requirements

LCSW, LMHC required
Minimum of 3 years of direct clinical supervision experience treating substance abuse disorders
Expertise in evidence-based practices
SIFI certification required
Ability to supervise and provide clinical guidance to staff and interns
Familiarity with regulations from OASAS and Medicaid
Ability to multitask and handle challenging situations in a professional and courteous manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
Willingness to work as part of a team
Must be organized, self-motivated, a team player, and computer literate

Responsibilities

Provide clinical supervision, training and direction to assigned staff and Social Work interns for an 820 residential model
Participate in evaluation of assigned staff and interns
Co-lead regularly scheduled case conferences, weekly communication meetings, and other staff business meetings
Monitor attainment of goals and effectiveness of services and ensure that program productivity goals are reached
Crisis Intervention as required
Assure that social work staff and interns operate within their scope of expertise and practice
Participate in preparation of reports and records related to the activities and accomplishments of the program
Preserve and cultivate relationships with other programs within Educational Alliance and the larger community to benefit the program and our clients
Ensure delivery of high-quality services
Conduct chart audits and ensure all client record keeping is in compliance with agency, city, state, and federal requirements
Assist in the Continuing Quality Improvement process and active participation on the Performance Improvement Committee
Monitor and support Utilization Review and authorizations for treatment to ensure current clinical assessments and clinical services meet MCO standards for individualized care.
May cover an assigned caseload of up to 10 cases in absence of a clinician
Provide clients with individual and group counseling in accordance with treatment plan
Facilitate and co-lead groups for clients
Ensure that clients’ annual medical examinations and psychiatric evaluations are completed
Attend supervisory meetings, special agency staff meetings, and trainings
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor