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General Description The Adult CCS Program Director is responsible for the clinical oversight and quality of care within the Adult CCS Program, in collaboration with the medical director, and ensures the provision of all Adult CCS service components. They are to be available for consultations regarding emergency or urgent situations. Essential Job Functions Professional Duties/Responsibilities: Follow and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Acute Care Division and the Brien Center Maintain ethical and professional standards Represent the Brien Center in a professional manner in all community contacts Demonstrate a commitment to the Brien Center’s mission and community mental health principles Flexibly respond to program needs Work cooperatively with other staff and team members Provide oversight of staff within Brenton and Pomeroy programs. Clinical Duties/Patient Care: Treat consumers and referral sources in a respectful and caring manner Provide a complete diagnostic assessment including risk assessment, differential diagnosis, and level of care recommendations Ensure evaluations of all individuals at the CCS are conducted daily as needed, assessing mental status and risk level, and ensuring appropriate clinical care Provide collateral information to community supports and assist in discharge planning and connection to alternative levels of care Hold family meetings as needed Manage crisis situations as necessary Work collaboratively with AMCI, CBHC, hospitals, and other referral sources Obtain authorization, conduct utilization review, and collaborate with insurance companies as needed Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide supervision to all direct care staff Provide clinical direction and oversight Write and review all clinical policies and procedures in conjunction with the Division Director Complete performance evaluations for all direct care staff Administrative Responsibilities: Maintain clear and legible client records and complete documentation in a timely manner Attend and participate in clinical supervision with the Division Director Co-lead staff meetings with other management team members Attend provider meetings and case supervision Participate in program development and CQI/QA projects Qualifications PhD, MSW, or Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Psychiatric Nursing, or an equivalent graduate clinical degree Must be licensed in social work or mental health 2-3 years of post-license clinical experience preferred Other Requirements Ability to pass a CORI (Criminal Background) check and DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) check Driver’s License and use of a personally insured vehicle Skills Excellent oral and presentation skills Leadership talent and ability to think quickly and make clinical decisions Demonstrate clear leadership ability to team members Decisive decision-making and clinical expertise in crisis theory and intervention Working knowledge of computers Knowledge of DSM IV Knowledge of community resources Working Conditions Work in an office or home-like setting Physical Conditions Manual and visual dexterity; correctable Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobleads-US

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