Clinical Director - Adolescent Program

Description

Odyssey House is seeking a Clinical Director for our Adolescent program!

Summary: Odyssey House's Mission is "Empowering people to heal and build better lives." We are dedicated to helping individuals and families reclaim their lives through effective substance abuse treatment, prevention, and mental health services. Our programs address education, job skills, healthcare, sober housing, behavioral management, and aftercare support to ensure lifelong success. We are proud to be the largest treatment provider in Utah and have the most innovative programs available. ‘We Are Recovery,’ and we mean it with all our heart.

Compensation: $85,000

Full-Time Benefits:

• $9k per year tuition eligible
• Access to 24/7 EAP program (Employee Assistance Program) for Mental Health support and more!
• Opportunities for paid continuing education/training
• Monthly incentives and awards
• Flexible scheduling
• Casual dress and atmosphere
• Opportunities for bonuses, awards, raises, and promotions
• Incredible health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA, long and short-term disability)
• Immediate eligibility to participate in our 403(b)-retirement plan, Employer 100% match up to 5% after 1 year  
• 35 paid days off (additional PTO accrual after 1 year)
• Stay well! If you have sick time left over at the end of the year, we will convert 1/2 of the remainder to vacation
• EXTRA time off and gift packages for PT and FT staff that stay more than 90 days! 
• Sabbatical Program - where we pay you to take a vacation after 5 years of service! 
• On-Demand Pay - Get a portion of your paycheck early for hours already worked! (conditions apply)
• UTA free passes are available for your work commute

Clinical Oversight:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the clinical milieu.
• Provide clinical supervision of counselors/therapists who report to this program.
• Provide leadership & act in accordance with professional ethical guidelines and code of conduct.
• Regularly evaluate training needs and facilitate clinical training.
• Supervise the clinical aspects of the admissions process evaluating the appropriateness of candidates.
• Clinically supervise/ lead weekly multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Proactively involve and communicate with collateral supports, including family, significant others, probation officers, judges, caseworkers, and others.
• Fulfill on-call responsibilities and respond to those whom you supervise in a timely manner to mitigate concerns or problems as they arise.

Clinical Care:

• Appropriately diagnose mental health and substance-related conditions using the DSM-5
• Assess, diagnose, use & interpret relevant clinical tools (RANT, LS/CSI, SASSI, ASAM, Etc.) to inform best practice decisions relating to client admission, treatment plan development and revision, termination of client services, and reducing level of care.
• Conduct individual, family, and group psychotherapy as assigned.
• Coordinate client psychiatric evaluations and other wrap-around services to provide effective care.
• Support clients to perform independent activities of daily living & basic life skills.
• Support clients with their efforts to maintain legal compliance, medication compliance, and other supportive services to maintain better-quality mental health function.
• Utilize motivational techniques to retain and support client progress.
• Conduct groups, crisis intervention and individual and family therapy for residents.
• Conduct feedback meetings where appropriate client feedback is presented, providing clinical supervision for attending counselors.
• Provide crisis management services and support a culture of safety for clients and staff, including impromptu support for both clients and staff.
• Develop an adequate level of rapport with clients on caseload while maintaining healthy boundaries.
• Participate in extracurricular activities with clients.
• Utilize the therapeutic community model as a main component of treatment.
• Complete service documentation within the appropriate client management system within the same day of service.
• Complete thorough and practical assessments in required timeframes, such as funding extension requests.

Management:

• Support the Program Director in overseeing the program's compliance with legal guidelines, policies, and quality standards.
• Support the Program Director in hiring, orientation, scheduling, development, evaluation, and termination of staff.
• Support the Program Director in routine operational activities, program improvement, and program development.
• Talent for resolving administrative issues and conflicts.
• Sustain the Program Director in maintaining adherence to the program budget.
• Attend and be productive in weekly Middle Management Meetings, providing ongoing program planning, management, and quality assurance.
• Oversee Quality Assurance within the program, including regular and formal evaluation of service, documentation, paperwork, and outcomes achieved through fidelity to the program model.
• Document all incidents immediately and report as required.
• Coordinate with Program Director and Program Manager to ensure that the program is managed effectively and that licensing requirements are being met.
• Assist with community networking, fundraising, relationship building and speaking engagements.
• Attend relevant partner meetings as needed.
• Maintain active and appropriate licenses for the role and duties assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidate Qualities:

• Passion for Community Service and helping others to realize their own potential.
• Communication Skills to problem solve directly with clients and other staff.
• Reliability to fill their support staff shifts and deliver on position responsibilities.
• Self-starter qualities to independently address issues and needs in our organization's community.
• Teachable - Willingness to learn and grow in their position.

Requirements

Licensure / Education / Prior Experience / Skills Required:

• Masters or PhD in Social Work or related field
• Licensed Mental Health Professional, including - LCSW, CMHC, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologist
• Minimum two years of related experience
• Willingness and ability to pass a criminal background check
• First Aid and CPR Certification (available at Odyssey House)
• Must comply with annual TB tests and Flu, COVID, and other immunization policies.
• Must meet employment eligibility
• Must be able to work variable shifts as needed
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Desired:
• Supervisory skills. 
• Knowledge of ASAM Patient Placement Criteria. 
• Knowledge of Salt Lake County Substance Abuse Service system and community wrap-around services. 
• Knowledge of Medicaid/Substance Use.
•  Knowledge of DOPL and scope of practice. 
• Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues and their treatment.
• Knowledge of therapeutic communities. 
• Ability to work well with others. 
• Ability to supervise others and delegate responsibilities as appropriate. 
• Ability to organize time and tasks for self and others. 
• Extensive knowledge and skill in diagnosing DSM V mental disorders, especially substance abuse categories.

All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to: Odyssey House's mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.

Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following: Specific job position, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.

Physical Demands of the Job: A Requirement for working at our adolescent residential program includes being able to be MANDT trained and perform MANDT techniques that include - physical coordination and skill, the ability to maintain balance while moving, the ability to maintain balance while being pushed or pulled; and the ability to lower self to a “half-squat” position while keeping your back straight. Employees working at the adolescent residential facility must be able to perform the duties above when utilizing MANDT techniques without the risk of physical harm to themselves or others. Other physical demands include the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., driving (or adequate alternate transportation), sitting for prolonged periods, and light to moderate physical activity at times. 

EEOC Statement: Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

Salary : $9,000