JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of the Behavioral Health Supervisor is to oversee the success of all Behavioral Health programming. These include mental health, substance use, domestic/intimate partner violence and other related programs. Within Project Vida’s small-agency structure, the Behavioral Health Supervisor works hands-one of the agency’s senior clinicians to meet operational demands. This includes direct service to clients, staff supervision, intern supervision and team mentorship. The Behavioral Health Supervisor works with both the Clinical Supervisor of Care Services to ensure departmental productivity and sustainability.

KEY SUMMARY

● Develops cross-sector and inter-agency relationships with local schools, community organizations, medical facilities and community partners

● Assists in resource development to support agency programming

● Assists in securing and applying for new federal, state, local and private funding.

● Partner with the leadership team on agency-wide projects as needed

● Collaborates with other agency leadership in the development and implementation of departmental strategic plans with program staff

● Collaborates with the Clinical Supervisor of Care Services with developing/updating policies and procedures, curriculum and assessments.

● Participates in the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of department personnel with an emphasis on clinical guidance

● Enforces professional culture centered on quality care, cultural competency, and client service

● Evaluates the agency’s behavioral health programs based on goals/objectives, personnel performance reviews, and other relevant metrics

● Submits substantive reports internally to Clinical Supervisor of Care Services and externally to funding institutions (e.g. Centers for Disease Control, Aids Foundation of Chicago, Chicago Department of Public Health, Mt Sinai Hospital, Howard Brown Health Center and Erie Neighborhood House) in accordance with established deadlines.

● Supports event planning and support group facilitation as needed.

● Provides direct services to clients in psychosocial, substance use, mental health and wellness center services, including client assessments, individualized treatment plans, and counseling.

● Advocates for clients with information on relevant policies, services, and events which can improve quality of life

● Supports and participates in outreach, client recruitment, intake processes, and linkage to care as needed

● Other duties as assigned

The schedule would be alternating Monday -Friday from 9am to 6pm one week and the next week Tuesday- Friday 11am to 8pm and Saturday 9am to 6pm

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field and two years’ experience in social services required

Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience strongly preferred

Certifications/licensure: LCSW or LPC required

Knowledge of HIV care and supportive services strongly preferred

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

HIV Prevention certified or able to be certified by the American Red Cross

Cultural sensitivity to African American, Latino, and LGBTQ populations required

Word processing/computer skills required

Organizational and time management skills

Presentation skills/group facilitation skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Supervising: 2 years (Required)
• Case management: 5 years (Required)
• HIV/AIDS care: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LCPC (Required)
• LCSW (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person