Assistant Shelter Director

Job Description - Assistant Shelter Director (260003PB) The Erich Lindemann Mental Health Center seeks an energetic, flexible clinician for the role of Assistant Director for the Lindemann Inn Shelter. The preferred candidate has extensive experience with clients with serious, persistent mental illness, substance abuse and/or who have experienced homelessness. We are seeking a clinician with strong leadership and supervisory experience. The preferred candidate has a history of work with direct care staff and some knowledge of Medication Administration Program (MAP) protocols. Must be able to work collaboratively with shelter guests, staff and multi-disciplinary teams in a challenging, fast-paced environment. This is a full time 40 hour position Monday- Friday, 7:30a-4p in office. Responsibilities Assists program director in overall management, compliance with DMH and MAP regulations and operations of the shelter. Is an active participant in the MGH residency program and Health Care for the Homeless initiatives. Participates in program meetings with guests and their assigned providers. Works collaboratively to identify appropriate housing and communicate ongoing needs and issues. Maintains close liaison relationship and frequent communication with ACCS, Sites, PACT and Case Management throughout guest’s stay at shelter. Assess crisis situations, mediate interpersonal conflict, and provide clinical intervention to ensure safety of guest, staff and the rest of the shelter community. Issues Section 12 as appropriate. Reviews referral information with Lindemann Inn Shelter staff including sharing any risk information or safety plans. Facilitates smooth and safe transitions into the shelter. Assumes a leadership role in addressing any violence at the shelter. Provides crisis intervention and post crisis review and analysis with staff. Inform and coordinate closely with guest’s Site and team. Plans and implements orientation program for new staff and assists in screening and hiring of such staff. Provides weekly supervision and ongoing consultation to assigned staff. Provides training in psychiatric diagnoses and symptoms and evidence based and best practices i.e. harm reduction, trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing. Provides assessment, clinical intervention, coordination and referral services for guest with substance use services. Attends meetings, training courses and performs other duties as requested. Participates in the on-call leadership after-hours rotation, as needed. Required Qualifications At least 3 years of full-time professional experience as a clinical social worker after earning a master’s degree in social work; one year must have been in a supervisory capacity. Ability to establish and maintain positive, respectful, and professional relationships with all staff and guests. Solid leadership and managerial skills. Able to work in a collaborative and productive manner to achieve programmatic and agency goals. Knowledge of mandated reporting requirements for Elder Services, DCF, and DPPC. Preferred Qualifications Given the served population, bilingual or multilingual fluency. Knowledge of available community resources, both public and private, including but not limited to, residential, rehabilitative, vocational, educational, and treatment options for the target population. Knowledge of the laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing the program and the Department as a whole. Past experience with Medication Administration Program (MAP) protocols DMH. DMH Mission Statement The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research. Pre-Offer Process A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. Equal Opportunity / Affimattive Action Employer An Equal Opportunity / Affimattive Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Massachusetts