Director of Student Health and Wellness, South County Academy
About The Position
Participate as a leader and active team member to support the behavioral health of clients accessing services at South County Academy referred by the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF). Responsible for clinical oversight of both education and residential programming, including the implementation of Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) and other evidence-based practices. Supports a trauma-informed, client- and family-centered philosophy of care. Supervise clinicians, case managers, and support specialists. Performs crisis assessments, brief treatment, and consultation, and manages evidence-based models of treatment. Participates in on-call emergency services. Conducts clinical training and maintains a caseload as necessary.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in human services (psychology, social work, marriage/family, etc.) required
- Independently licensed in Rhode Island as a Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or Mental Health Counselor
- Previous supervisory experience
- Proficiency in professional writing
- Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs
- Current driver’s license
- Reliable transportation
- Valid vehicle registration and auto insurance
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to travel to and from clients’ residence, community locations and office site
- Ability to lift up to 20lbs
- Ability to provide emergency coverage
- Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary
Nice To Haves
- Spanish Speaking preferred
- Bilingual/ASL skills
- Multilingual skills
Responsibilities
- Clinical oversight of education and residential programming
- Implementation of Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) and other evidence-based practices
- Support a trauma-informed, client- and family-centered philosophy of care
- Supervise clinicians, case managers, and support specialists
- Perform crisis assessments, brief treatment, and consultation
- Manage evidence-based models of treatment
- Participate in on-call emergency services
- Conduct clinical training
- Maintain a caseload as necessary
Benefits
- health
- dental
- work life benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
