Clinical Supervisor-ACT

MISIDE•Detroit, MI

2d•$58,000 - $68,000

About The Position

This is a professional position that supervises all staff in the Assertive Community Treatment Program and requires advanced knowledge of the theoretical basis, principles, and practices in the clinical treatment of persons in crisis and those with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI). It is especially important that the person in this position have the ability to establish effective clinical and collaborative relationships with a wide range of people and have knowledge of community resources. The person in this position advocates, educates, and models positive interactions with the staff supervised and the consumers in the community. This person must also have knowledge of supervisory principles and practices, including but not limited to staff development and the implementation of practices or training meant to protect staff and participants. The person in this position must be skilled in effective communication and be able to prepare extensive documentation in a timely and comprehensive manner. This position Plan, organize, and direct the service delivery of the Assertive Community Treatment Program

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of the theoretical principles and practices relevant to the clinical components of the program
Analytic ability necessary to develop programs
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices including hiring, orientation, new hire training, and on-going supervision of employees’ performance
Ability to establish effective clinical, supervisory, and collaborative relationships with a wide range of persons
Ability to prepare prompt, clear, and concise records, reports, and correspondence
Knowledge of community resources
Knowledge of organizational dynamics and program administration
Skill in oral and written communication
Ability to receive and utilize constructive recommendations
Ability to maintain a professional posture in attendance, attitude, conduct, and conflict resolution
Flexibility and common sense
Ability to tolerate ambiguity, crisis, and changing priorities
Concern, maturity, and good judgment in relating to persons with mental illness and emotional disturbances
Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related mental health discipline
Appropriate State of Michigan licensure
Current CPR/First Aid Certification
3 years of progressively more responsible professional experience
Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license, a good driving record, and valid insurance of personal vehicle, if used, which is acceptable to Development Centers Inc.’s insurance carrier.
Acceptable results from criminal background and sex offender registry checks

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Adult Services Director and other program staff to formulate goals and operational procedures for the department
Assist in the administration of the program budget
Responsible for supervision, training, evaluation, and discipline of all program staff
Responsible for ensuring audits are completed in a timely manner
Responsible for ensuring and monitoring employee compliance with direct service, productivity, and documentation standards per agency and program expectations
Coordinate team meetings, clinical staffing, in-service and other training
Develop and maintain contact with community resources, other agencies, funding agencies, advocacy groups, etc. to facilitate referral systems, coordination of services, and public acceptance
Ensure integrated Person-Centered plan of service for each individual served
Develop and participate in Utilization Review and in-service training
Direct and oversee all recordkeeping and collection of necessary statistics
Prepare reports to ensure compliance with all funding and monitoring requirements
Assume specific roles, e.g., administrative liaison, with other agencies
Provide direct services both individual and group, as needed
Responsible for enhancing staff knowledge and awareness of safety principles particularly in regards to community visits and use of agency vehicles
Monitor ACT Program’s fidelity to the ACT model
Produce schedules, lists, and other documentation that may be needed for the smooth operation of the ACT Team
Participate in 24/7 “on call” coverage for ACT Program via cell phone
Interface with ACT psychiatrist & Nurse practitioners, as needed, for both program and consumer needs and issues
Coordinate ACT group activities
Work with Access Department in scheduling and appropriate triaging of intakes completed by the ACT program
Serve as the “in house” manager for the agency, as scheduled, and is a member of the DCI Response Team
Facilitates handling of ACT funds for program operation, including medication expenses, activity costs, etc.
Ensures all programs and sites of responsibility meet agency productivity standards
Must adhere agency policy and procedures
Adhere to all requirements/standards of the Behavioral Health Telehealth Agreement
Other tasks and responsibilities, as assigned