Director of Clinical Services

Director of Clinical Services

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Safer Foundation
Published
February 16, 2024
Location
Chicago
Job Type

Description

The Safer Foundation is a social service provider to individuals with arrest and conviction records. Through a full range of services, including case management, educational instruction and advocacy, we focus on preparing individuals for the world of work by helping them find and keep productive and meaningful employment.

Reporting to, and working in conjunction with, the AVP, Behavioral Health Services, the Director of Clinical services will be a critical component to successfully integrating behavioral health services within the Adult Transition Centers and our community offices. Additionally, the Director of Clinical Services will work to establish a pathway to support the continuum of care from Pre-release services into Reentry through collaborating with internal departments across the agency. The Director of Clinical Services will be responsible for ensuring successful day-to-day clinical operations and delivery of clinical services within the Adult Transition Centers and the Community offices. The Director will oversee the operational and clinical efficiency of services at these locations and provide direct supervision to the Clinical Services Supervisor and clinical team. The Director will lead efforts to improve quality outcomes and clinical service delivery to serve as the continuum pathway from pre-release and reentry and within the alignment of the Safer Counseling and Wellness Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervising and monitoring all intake assessment, treatment planning, and case management services provided to Safer clients and residents
  • Train and supervise staff on proper clinical interventions, delivery, documentation, policies and procedures.
  • Assist and guide staff in attaining professional goals through performance coaching and completing mid and annual performance-based reviews.
  • Overseeing and monitoring day-to-day operations of Safer’s Behavioral Health Services
  • Coordinate with other departments as necessary, providing clinical oversight and/or supervision as needed.
  • Work to provide education and training surrounding Medication Assisted Recovery, including Narcan and Opioid Prevention Training as needed.
  • Coordinate with ATC and Community Reentry internal staff to establish treatment continuity of care for pre-release and reentry clients.
  • Develop workflows to establish coordination between pre-release at the ATCs to the community for reentry services.

Education and Experience:

  • At a minimum, a Master’s degree in a related discipline is required.
  • Experience documenting services in electronic record systems required.
  • Previous experience as a clinical supervisor/manager preferred.
  • Previous experience working for a Medicaid-certified DASA or CMHC provider is required.
  • LPC, LCPC, LSW, LCSW, Psy.D, or other qualifications meeting the clinical supervision requirements for Rule 2060 and Rule 132.
  • Certification as a Certified Alcohol and/or Drug Counselor through IAODAPCA/ICB is preferred.

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