Clinical Program Manager – Intensive Children’s Services

Options for Southern Oregon • Medford, OR

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About The Position

The Children’s Resource Team Clinical Program Manager oversees programs, staff and services for clients with mental health disorders and co-occurring disorders.  This position provides oversight of Intensive Outpatient Programs, including fidelity-based models such as Wraparound (wrap) and Early Assessment and Support Alliance (EASA). Provides administrative and clinical direction and guidance to team(s).  Works effectively and collaboratively within the agency and with other mental health professionals, community partners and local, state and federal stakeholders.  Ensures program compliance and fidelity standards with both funding and licensing requirements.  Adheres to and enforces agency policies and procedures regarding attendance, job performance and professional conduct.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess a Master's degree in a behavioral science and an understanding of child and family behavioral health needs and treatment models as well as related experience.
• Two years’ post-master's experience required to meet qualifications under Medicaid for Clinical Supervisor required.
• Must be registered as a licensure intern with the State of Oregon or be licensed in Oregon as an LMFT, LCSW, LPC or clinical Psychologist,
• OR
• Must be a QMHP on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.
• OR
• Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO.
• Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.
• In order to avoid potential conflict of interest, applicants for this position cannot have received services from Options for Southern Oregon within the last 12 months.
• Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred. 
• Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience and an understanding of outpatient processes and team based community work a plus.
• Professional licensure (LCSW, LMFT, LPC or clinical psychologist) preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with an active Oregon license.
• Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.

Responsibilities

• Manages program in accordance with clinical standards and OARs and within the established budget.
• Provides administrative and clinical direction and supervision to staff within department.  Meets regularly with direct reports to review job performance including clinical work, adherence to OARs, and agency policy and directives.
• Ensures appropriate training, monitoring and timely evaluation of program staff.
• Conducts (at minimum) annual performance appraisals of staff and three month performance appraisals of new hires with input from clinical staff.
• Works collaboratively within the agency and with outside resources (DHS, health plans, schools and other community resources) to obtain and coordinate services necessary for social development, housing needs, accessing employment and education, medical needs etc.   
• Initiates and participates in system changes within own department, organization and with community partners that provide for increased access to care and resources for clients and improved recovery outcomes.
• Facilitates referrals to appropriate internal and/or external resources where indicated.
• Provides consultation and education services within the agency and with community partners as needed.
• Provides primary on-call coverage for assigned programs.
• Actively participates in all mandatory meetings.   Maintains positive working relationships.  Works as an active and cooperative member of treatment team and management team.
• Participates in chart reviews with supervisor and QA staff as directed.
• Works independently in the community, representing the agency in a professional manner at all times.
• Facilitates the hiring, orientation and training of new employees in consultation with supervisor.
• Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) client data is used to inform clinical supervision to guide treatment, and the FIT model is utilized in weekly case staffing.
• Manager/Supervisor maintains a culture of both giving and receiving of feedback.
• Travels between sites and is required to drive, and depending on needs of the program, may transport clients.

Benefits

• Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
• Generous paid time off policy.  (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual).   Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.
• Clinical supervision and training provided along with continuing education opportunities.
• This position may be eligible for relocation reimbursement, as well as professional development and support for licensure.
• Position may be eligible for loan repayment programs– visit https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/ [https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/]  or https://www.ohsu.edu/oregon-office-of-rural-health/oregon-health-care-provider-loan-repayment [https://www.ohsu.edu/oregon-office-of-rural-health/oregon-health-care-provider-loan-repayment] for more information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees