SUD Program Manager [Rochester]

Partners Behavioral Healthcare•Rochester, MN

7d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Partners Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a SUD Program Manager to lead our outpatient SUD program in Rochester. The SUD Program Manager plays an influential role in providing leadership, guidance and coaching to the LADC/ADC-T Counselors and Interns on the team. The objective is to assist and hold counselors accountable to ensure they are achieving their goals, performing according to company standards and that they have a clear understanding of agency processes as it pertains to the 12 core functions.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Must have an active LADC License
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, or currently pursuing one.
Obtain 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health problems training within 6 months of hire.
1-3 years of supervisory experience in the field.
Meet the qualification requirements of a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Qualifications.
Have three or more years of experience providing individual and group counseling to individuals with substance use disorder.
Know and understand the implications of Minnesota Statute 245G, including sections 245A.65, 626.557, and 626.5572, and chapter 260E.
Must be free of substance use problems for at least the 2 years preceding hire.
Ability to successfully complete MN Department of Human Services background study.
Demonstrated ability to use technology effectively for documentation, communication, scheduling, and treatment services.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in utilizing Ritten.
Master’s degree in related field.
Board approved supervisor.
3-5+ years of experience of supervisory experience in the field.
Additional licenses (preferred but not required): LPC, LPCC, LICSW, LP, LGSW, LMFT

Responsibilities

Overseeing the LADC/ADC-T Counselors and ensure that they are effectively providing education, counseling, and treatment to clients within the Intensive Outpatient programs according to the requirements mandated by the MN Department of Human Services (DHS) and 245G.
Auditing counselor's documentation of the provision of treatment services including the Initial Service Plan, Comprehensive Assessment, Individual Treatment Plan, Progress Notes, Summary of Termination of Services, Continuing Care Plan, and the maintenance of client records.
Providing direct services for clients and covering client caseloads as needed.
Verifying that all client documentation is completed and maintained in accordance with 245G and Partners Behavioral Healthcare policies.
Conducting annual performance reviews and provide coaching or corrective action as necessary.
Leading, mentoring, and supervising LADC/ADC-T Counselors and Interns.
Ensuring counselor staffing levels are appropriate and maintain weekly group facilitator schedules.
Confirming that at least 25 percent of a counselor's scheduled work hours be allocated to indirect services, including documentation of client services, coordination of services with others, treatment team meetings, and other duties.
Ensuring counselors deliver a minimum of 28 billable direct client contact hours per week.
Ensuring justice or correctional stakeholders, and other relevant parties, are notified at admission and invited to participate in meetings, maintaining ongoing communication throughout the client’s treatment experience.
Confirming that Treatment Reviews are faxed or emailed weekly for each client.
Maintaining a weekly counselor on-call list to ensure group coverage.
Maintaining accurate clients list on a daily basis.
Managing facility budget, including ordering office and curriculum supplies.
Providing supervision to SUD Techs and PRS staff.
Monitoring program metrics weekly to ensure program efficacy.
Auditing and approving all rendered services at the end of each treatment week.
Ensuring facility safety and cleanliness, communicating repairs as needed.
Reviewing program curriculum with Director on an annual basis or more frequently if needed.
Establishing and maintaining contact with insurance providers to provide pre-certification information and ongoing clinical review to ensure clients’ continued eligibility.
Ensuring ongoing communication is maintained with client referrals, probation officers, social service agencies, and other stakeholders.
Providing direct services when needed.
Maintaining knowledge and understanding of all PBH processes as they pertain to the 12 Core Functions and program model.
Verifying that the agency has a designated onsite person responsible for clinical operations at all times.
Ensuring each client receives an Initial Service Plan at service initiation addressing immediate health, safety, and preliminary service needs, and that the standardized intake process is followed.
Confirming that a comprehensive assessment and assessment summary of the client’s chemical use problems is coordinated by an alcohol and drug counselor and completed within three calendar days of service initiation, formatted according to ASAM criteria.
Verifying that an Individual Treatment Plan is developed after completion of the comprehensive assessment, amended as needed until service termination. The plan must include individualized methods to address identified problems, client goals, and referral resources.
Ensuring that progress notes be entered in each client’s file weekly or after each treatment service. The progress notes must reference the individual treatment plan.
Following up to confirm that discharge summaries are completed within five days of client termination.
Ensuring uniform content and format for client records, with all entries signed and dated by the staff member responsible.
Completing weekly audits to ensure accuracy and timeliness of clinical charts.
Providing assistance and oversight during client crisis situations.
Ensuring crisis intervention counseling is provided according to individual client needs.
Confirming the provision of individual and group counseling, client education, transition services, and services addressing co-occurring mental health conditions.
Ensuring clients are screened for mental health needs and referred appropriately, with documentation of all screenings and referrals.
Completing continuing education courses as required by the State of Minnesota.
Attending in-house and PBH supervisor trainings, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
Staying current on professional research, techniques, and industry best practices.
Proactively scheduling supervisor meetings on a regular basis and/or as needed in soliciting feedback on performance, progress, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Free clinical supervision for qualifying trainees and staff
Clinician AI for charting support
Complimentary off-street parking
Ongoing professional development
Structured training for SUD groups
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401k with Roth and pre-tax deferral options
Up to a 3.5% employer match
Generous paid time off
Six company holidays
Birthday off
Loan forgiveness available through Minnesota's Health Professional Loan Forgiveness Programs