Overview

Develop and lead the clinical operations of our  in-home crisis prevention/social work/mental health programs for youth ages 5-21 in accordance with current local, federal, and other governing entity guidelines. Establish policies and procedures, ensure proper placement of therapists, provide administrative support and ongoing clinical supervision. Educate and inform parents, educators, and relevant organizations about the program, furthering the mission of care and expand the program’s reach. Direct the program for its successful development & growth.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead the development, administration, and coordination of program policies and procedures
• Keep abreast of current governing entity regulations and professional standards, make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures as needed
• Provide information to members and their family, inform them of financial assistance programs available to them
• Partner with local agencies and organizations to further the program’s reach
• Assist in obtaining resources from relevant community social, health, and welfare agencies to meet the needs of clients
• Establish company policies and procedures, create standardized methods in which tasks will be performed
• Interpret the program’s policies and procedures to employees, clients, families, local agencies, government entities, etc.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to the department, its policies and procedures, and to his/her job and responsibilities
• Provide leadership training that includes the administrative and supervisory principles essential for the program
• Developing, implement, and conduct training programs for all employees
• Set target measures for quality assurance, review and monitor progress on a consistent basis
• Maintain quality working relationship with other local social work and related professionals and organizations
• Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plans for social treatment
• Oversee recruitment and selection of clinical and administrative staff
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, professionalism, and positivity among employees
• Provide direct consultation, training, and discipline to staff as needed
• Delegate authority, responsibility, and accountability to other responsible personnel and clinical employees
• Review and check competence of social work personnel and make necessary adjustments/corrections as required
• Coordinate the scheduling and placement of providers
• Review care plans and assessments as needed

REQUIREMENTS

NJ LCSW, SIFI preferred

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Good writing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft 365
• Solid skill and expertise with use of technology and EHR systems
• Leadership experience
• Experience working with Perform Care in NJ for IIH, IIC, Mobile Response, ISS, or Behavior Assistance programs preferred

Skills needed: administrative leadership, clinical supervision, communication, mental health, policies andprocedures, social work, therapy