Clinical Supervisor | TSS

Why Work for Gandara Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today! Benefits Retirement Plan 403(b) Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance Paid vacations Paid holidays 8 discretionary days Mileage Reimbursement Salary Salary Range | $73,000 - $80,000 Additional Benefits Career Growth Opportunities Culturally Diverse population Clinical Licensing Support Job Title Clinical Supervisor Work Location Westfield, Ma. Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply EOE M/F/D/V Union/Non-Union Job Summary To work within the Residential Rehabilitation Services (RRS)’s team model, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among staffs and residents. They are accountable to the Program Director, who is responsible for providing supervision and training. The Clinical Supervisor is one who will provide individual and group supervision to all staff, while supporting these staff in developing skills in responding to complex issues such as co-occurring disorders and trauma. Clinical Supervisor may conduct assessments and provide individual and group services to residents requiring additional supports. Duties and Responsibilities To provide program oversight for the designated Substance Use Services Program under the direction of the Program Director. To provide individual and group clinical supervision (minimum-1 hour) to counselors, case managers, recovery specialists, overnight awake staff, and interns while supporting these staff in developing skills in responding to complex issues such as co-occurring disorders and trauma; in accordance with DPH-BSAS residential regulations and Gándara Center policies and procedures standards. To train Substance Use Specialists and other program personnel as necessary in treatment protocols, diagnostic and bio psychosocial assessment, interpretation, and formulation. To train staff on clinical intervention strategies, treatment planning and Substance Use screenings as necessary for excellent service delivery standards. To train other program personnel as necessary in protocols, assessment methods, interpretations and client intervention strategies. To supervise non-licensed and licensed direct service staff in the administration of services residents. To provide leadership and guidance to the primary care staff (recovery support specialists) to ensure the residents experience is as seamless as possible. The guidance to the primary care staff will be given in: the proper use of behavioral health tools and methodology, in provision of services, in the events or conditions that require treatment planning interventions or referral to specialty, secondary or tertiary providers, which are provided by the Program Director or his/her designee. To provide standards and guidelines to licensed and unlicensed Substance Use Staff in various environments and modalities. To ensure proper care is being provided in accordance with program contracts To develop and provide ongoing clinical and staff development and program planning. To establish a clinical practice policy, case conferencing, creating and reviewing treatment plans, as needed. To collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated between medical (MAT, Psychiatric) and behavioral. To provide direct service to residents of the Center (dependent upon the program and the skill level of the clinician in the clinical supervisory role) To provide behavioral/mental health consultation, including the development of Mental Health and Health Education materials to the program staff through group training or to individual staff, as directed. To administer such behavioral/mental health assessments as necessary to diagnose and/ or provide objective function measures as necessary and as mandated by the Substance Use Services. To work with the Consulting Psychiatrist and Primary Care Providers collaboratively and within scope of practice regarding psychotropic medication management in an effort to coordinate care for the effective treatment of complex and multiple diagnosis. To meet clinical benchmarks for quality care. To conduct assessments and provide individual and group services to residents requiring additional support as a result of co-occurring disorders and/or trauma. To work in collaboration with the Quality Assurance & Improvement Coordinator and under the direction of the Program Director develop and implement behavioral/mental health Quality Assurance processes as required in compliance with all Federal, State, County, and Funder requirements. To assess professional capabilities of Substance Use Specialists to provide behavioral/mental health and assessment services to Adult and Older Adult residents as directed and provide performance evaluations in compliance with the Gándara Center standards. To conduct case conferences with Substance Use Specialists and other clinical staff weekly. To participate as a member/facilitate the multi-disciplinary team meeting when needed. To fulfill any other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in one of the following disciplines: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Education-Counseling, Medicine, Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing, Rehabilitative Counseling, Social Work, Human Services or related field required and/or Must have substance use experience. Must have 2 years’ experience in mental health services. Must have valid driver’s license. Must meet agency's requirements for driving history records. Must accept travel assignments on the job, as directed by the program. Must be bilingual (English/Spanish), preferably bi-cultural. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr