MAI Project Director (64596)

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Minority AIDS Initiative (MAI) Project Director is responsible for the overall management of the grant and will ensure integration of the program into other VOACC services; and liaise with SAMHSA, VOACC, and all other program partners. The Project Director will work to develop, implement, and monitor the operating budget and verify financial and program reports. The Project Director will ensure the program operates and delivers services in accordance with the current policies and procedures, contract requirements, and federal, state, and local regulations. 50 % of time devoted to this role. The Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Counselor is responsible for conducting individual and group counseling, intake, developing and implementing individual treatment and recovery plans (ISP/ITP/IRP); and providing and coordinating clinical care services in accordance with VOA Chesapeake’s operation as an ASAM Level 1 – Outpatient Treatment Provider. In this role, the SUD Counselor provides client services that are essential for assisting the client with the achievement of rehabilitation and recovery goals as defined in the client’s Individualized Plan of Care (IPC). The SUD-Counselor has the overall responsibility for providing person-centered services through the development and implementation of the client’s treatment and recovery plan. 50% of time devoted to this role.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, counseling, or substance abuse/addiction counseling. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum Certified Addiction Counselor 1 (CAC1).
Demonstrated knowledge of EBIs and DEBIs as they relate to HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, substance use, mental health issues, high-risk groups, social networking, etc.
1+ years of managerial and supervisory experience preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification must be acquired and maintained once employed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to use independent judgment and address conflict and find resolutions.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions, exercise good judgment, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and prioritize workload.
Strong public speaking and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus but not required.
Experience in Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Approach, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)is preferred

Responsibilities

Manage MAI grant activities performed by the Program Coordinator and Program Assistant.
Participate in developing grant budget and manage expenses to that budget.
Ensure accurate and complete data collection and reporting.
Participate in community outreach activities as needed.
Ensure accurate and complete reporting of all required grant activities.
Manage a caseload of approximately 15 adults at any given time
Responsible for completing intakes and assessments for new consumers.
Responsible for linking clients as they transition through the levels of care, ensuring that the treatment plan is formulated.
Provides oversight of linkages to off-site services to meet additional needs related to a co-occurring medical and/or psychiatric condition, as documented in the treatment plan.
Monitor the compliance with, and effectiveness of, services over the treatment period and make a determination of the frequency of ongoing assessments.
Provide Individual, Family, and Group Counseling; Group-based Psychoeducation, according to the client’s assessed needs.
Adheres to Volunteers of America Chesapeake’s documentation and billing requirements
Perform other duties as assigned.