Assistant Director of Clinical Services Job at Envision Unlimited

Envision Unlimited Chicago, IL 60640

Description:

Envision Unlimited is a large non-profit agency committed to providing services for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental illness. We emphasize quality services that promote choice, independence, and community integration. Through the collaborative efforts of an interdisciplinary team, our members receive person-centered services aimed at improving the functionality and practical application of social, financial, and emotional skills. In addition, we work to build partnerships with our community to enrich the lives of our members by creating lasting opportunities that will strengthen relationships for a lifetime. Our programs include, but are not limited to, ABA Therapy for Children, Community Day Program, Community Living, Mental Health, Employment and Career Services, and Foster Care.


GENERAL FUNCTIONS:
A.D. of Clinical Services is a member of administrative team responsible for directing recovery-oriented treatment of clients who are members of Envision Unlimited’s mental health program. Responsible for providing clinical oversite of client treatment, review and sign off on assessments and treatment plans, and providing direct supervision and training to mental health staff responsible for providing clinical services. Will work alongside Director to further develop and expand clinical programming.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include but are not limited to:

  • Responsible for participating in decision making on an administrative level in conjunction with the Director of Mental Health.
  • Responsible for maintaining compliance with DHS, CARF, and other government regulations in regard to the MH Programs.
  • Responsible for assisting with further program development, as well as the development of policies and procedures, program planning, implementation and evaluation of the MH program to ensure quality, recovery-oriented services are provided to all members.
  • Responsible for designing individual and group training opportunities for staff based on needs of program and identified professional development needs for staff.
  • Responsible for maintaining Key Performance Indicators for MH clinical services.
  • Responsible for providing direct supervision and training to mental health staff responsible for providing clinical services, while maintaining supervision logs for each staff member, carrying out progressive disciplinary action with assigned staff if/when needed.
  • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and coordinating, and/or directly training, new staff.
  • Provide supervision to student interns, and contract workers, as authorized by the Director of Mental Health
  • Attend weekly supervisions with Director of Mental Health and meetings as requested, participate in committees and client events as needed, and collaborate on marketing and outreach efforts.

CLINICAL EXPECTATIONS:

  • Will work with MH Intake Coordinator to schedule assessments and orientations with potential clients.
  • Will provide and document crisis interventions and additional risk assessments, as needed, and will complete incident reports when appropriate within a 24hr period.
  • Ensure all services provided are in accordance with client’s individual treatment plan.
  • Enter, maintain, and update client information in Envision Unlimited’s Electronic Health Record (Quantum). i.e. face sheet, treatment plan, and diagnoses.
  • Will monitor and ensure the timely completion, and ongoing compliance of clinical documentation for staff with primary/caseload responsibilities.
  • Serve as the LPHA reviewing and signing off IM-CANs for staff with primary/caseload responsibilities
  • Complete required productivity targets on a timely basis, including clinical documentation, service reporting, and note approvals.
  • Attend all scheduled clinical meetings including group supervisions, clinical staff team meetings and all staff meetings.
Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A.D. of Clinical Services must have a master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field, and be clinically licensed (LCSW/LCPC/LMFT) with 3+ years’ experience in the social service field, with at least 1 year in a mental health program. Must have minimum 1 year supervisory/managerial experience and must have strong oral/ and written communication skills.

Envision Unlimited 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.

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO, HSA

Dental and Vision Insurance Options

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company paid Life Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Paid vacation, sick time, and personal days

403B plan

Voluntary Life, STD and other benefits

In house training and CEU’s

Employee Assistance Network

Tuition Reimbursement

Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)

Opportunity for career growth & development




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