Lead Clinician

VQ•Tucson, AZ

11h

About The Position

The Lead Clinician plays a pivotal role in coordinating and overseeing the provision of comprehensive mental health services for the children in care. The Lead Clinician oversees mental health assessments, counseling intervention services, and overall support within the clinical department. This position involves working closely with department clinicians and children in care to assess the children's mental well-being, develop therapeutic plans, and monitor their progress throughout the program. The Lead Clinician operates within a multidisciplinary team environment, collaborating with other departments to ensure the holistic care of children in care. Their duties encompass conducting mental health assessments, providing counseling interventions, and continuously monitoring and documenting clients' mental well-being and program adjustment. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the clinician is tasked with developing and executing client therapeutic plans, facilitating transfers, and coordinating reunification planning.

Requirements

Strong management, organizational and leadership skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with ability to listen actively.
Commitment to professional development and proactive research.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Google Drive) with the ability to learn new software.
Proficient in reading, interpreting and applying ORR policies and procedures.
Master’s degree in social work, 2 years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience or;
Master’s degree or Ph.D. in psychology, sociology, or other relevant behavioral science in which clinical experience is a program requirement, plus 2 years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience or;
A bachelor’s degree plus 5 years clinical employment experience in the behavioral sciences.
Must have supervisory experience, preferably within a clinical setting.
Must be licensed to provide clinical services in the state where the care provider is located.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Cleared tuberculosis test results.
Must be able to pass a drug test.
Must be able to provide proof of required vaccinations.
Cleared background checks from appropriate entities, including Child Abuse and Neglect and FBI criminal background.
Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required.