What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leadership Opportunities in Mental Health position at Psychiatreat?
Job Description
The Clinical Program Director plays a pivotal role in overseeing and developing the clinical program at Psychiatreat, with a specific focus on providing mental health support and trauma-informed care to an incarcerated population.
This key position involves hiring, supervising, evaluating, and scheduling clinical staff, ensuring the continuity and growth of the program. The successful candidate will be tasked with developing and implementing strategies that encourage prosocial behavior and support successful reintegration into the community upon release.
As a seasoned leader, you will require strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, as well as a passion for supporting incarcerated individuals in their mental health recovery and reintegration.
Requirements
- Qualifications:
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 3-5 years of experience in program management and staff supervision.
- Expertise in identifying and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Experience in crisis settings with individuals and families.
- Flexible working hours.
- Strong skills in program development, evaluation, organization, and public speaking.
- Excellent written and oral communication.
- Proficient with EHR systems and databases.
- Ability to adapt to a multicultural, community-based environment.
- Commitment to confidentiality and maintaining professional boundaries.
- Understanding of the agency's mission and culture.
- Ability to work with diverse socioeconomic and cultural groups.
- Reliable transportation, valid NYS license with clear driving record, and proof of insurance.
- Employment contingent on completion of U.S. Department of Justice Form I-9.
- Additional duties as assigned by Program Directors.
Essential Functions
- Maintain a manageable client caseload.
- Supervise and oversee the clinical department, setting goals aligned with the agency's mission.
- Monitor and report on clinical performance and contract compliance to ensure goals are met.
- Hire, supervise, evaluate, and manage clinical staff.
- Review and improve program services, focusing on underserved populations and ensuring quality assurance.
- Ensure contract compliance for all department personnel.
- Implement and monitor evidence-based practices.
- Provide regular clinical training for staff.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Program Directors.
