What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Program Director - Community Services position at Brien Center for Mental Health?
Weekdays, 1st shift!
Essential Job Functions
- Adheres to all applicable state and federal regulations; ensures compliance with the organization’s policies and procedures, code of conduct, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
- Provides direct supervision to site leaders, recovery facilitators and substance abuse counselors; provides indirect supervision to program coordinators and housing specialists.
- Collaborates with Department of Mental Health (DMH), care coordination entities, hospitals, penal institutions, and families for treatment planning and coordination of care.
- Completes all relevant documentation as directed by DMH and agency including screenings upon admission, comprehensive assessments, and development of treatment plans including risk assessments.
- Facilitates trainings and staff meetings when indicated.
- Oversees any licensing corrective actions and assures all sites meet DMH regulations., including medication administration program (MAP) compliance.
- Performs additional duties, as directed by management.
Qualifications, Experience, and Education
- Master’s degree in license eligible field.
- Independent license preferred (LCSW, if waiver approved)
- 5 years’ residential/community mental health experience (or experience with similar population preferred).
- Basic knowledge of community resources.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.