What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director for Outpatient Services position at Onondaga County Department of Children and Family...?
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves responsibility for program planning and policy development for the Outpatient Services Division of theDepartment of Children and Family Services. The program is comprised of clinical treatment and community education servicesdesigned for emotionally disturbed children and adolescents and their families. The position requires interaction with departmentalemployees, state and local government employees, psychiatrists, program directors, parent partners, children and their families,community agencies, billing staff, fiscal staff, State Office of Mental Health and the general public. The position exercises functionaland direct supervision over related department staff. The work is completed under general supervision of the Deputy Commissionerof Children and Family Services. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Ensures division remains in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards.
Exercises direct and/or clinical supervision over a large number of multi-disciplinary and clerical staff.
Coordinates revenues and expenditures with the business office to ensure maximum revenue.
Ensures that the division remains in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulation and standards.
Monitors all spending by the division relating to travel, supplies, equipment and contractual services.
Maintains liaison with local agencies concerned with children to identify children who need outpatient services.
Is responsible for interviewing and hiring of employees, staff development, and supervision and/or disciplinary action ofsubordinate staff.
Develops and provides in-service training for agency personnel.
Advises the Deputy Commissioner on the management of the clinic and its programs.
Reviews proposed State Office of Mental Health Outpatient regulations and makes recommendations regarding theseregulations.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Comprehensive knowledge of the origin and dynamics of early childhood development and of current methods and techniquesfor diagnosing and treating emotionally disturbed children and their families.
Through knowledge of the purposes, principles, terminology and practices employed in the treatmentand care of
children’s mental health and emotional stability.
Thorough knowledge of advanced professional techniques related to the treatment and care of children’smental health and emotional stability.
Thorough knowledge of local and state laws, procedures, and policies as they relate to the mission of the department.
Thorough knowledge of the practices and principles of planning and administration.
Good knowledge of the practices and principles of supervision.
Good knowledge of program planning and evaluation.
Good knowledge of various types of mental health and special education services for emotionally disturbed children.
Ability to prepare and analyze budgetary information.
Ability to express oneself clearly orally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Master's degree Social Work or in a closely related field, possession of a license and current registration in Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Psychologists, Licensed Psychoanalysts, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered Professional Nurse issued by the New York State Department of Education and three (3) years of social or behavior services work experience or its part-time equivalent, in a behavioral health setting*, school or a closely related field, and one(1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity (supervision of subordinate staff); or
B. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or closely related field, possession of a license andcurrent registration in
Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Psychologists, Licensed Psychoanalysts, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered Professional Nurse issued by the New York State Department of Education and four (4) years of social or behavior services work or its part-time equivalent, in behavioral health setting* or medical work setting, or a closely related field and one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity (supervision of subordinate staff).
NOTE: *Behavioral Health setting is defined by (a) any setting licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)or Office of Addiction Supports and Services (OASAS); or, (b) working under the supervision of a licensed clinical social worker, or a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist; or, (c) individual practicing privately in the area of psychiatry orclinical psychology, or clinical social work, marriage and family therapist or mental health counselor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $89,998.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $89,998