Program Supervisor (Assertive Community Treatment (ACT))

Who We Are

Are you looking for a job that is meaningful and will make a positive difference in people’s lives? Community Mental Health has openings for people like you. We offer a supportive and flexible environment working within dedicated teams with low staff turnover. Working for the CMH system offers the opportunity to develop highly desirable skills in the mental health field.  

Other perks include free supervision for your licenses, paid licensing fees, a generous training budget and free CEU’s for required trainings. In addition, Ottawa County offers paid time off and a zero premium insurance option.  

CMH employees can also qualify for loan forgiveness programs as well as tuition reimbursement for those interested in continuing their higher education. Come join our team! CMH is willing to consider candidates that are close to graduation and obtaining licensure.Click here to learn more about who we are! 

Position Overview

Responsible for supervising ACT staff who conduct assessments, make diagnoses, develop treatment plans, and provide direct services to adults with mental illness and co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders. Provides clinical supervision to staff as needed. May deliver direct mental health services to consumers assigned to team.  ACT services are community based and provided to clients with high mental health needs.The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Assures that services to clients meet fidelity standards for ACT programming. Participates in ACT MIFAST reviews every three years to ensure programming continues.  
2. Assists with the development of agency policy direction, goals, and outcomes by participating on agency-wide committees and task forces.
3. Establishes/plans/implements program priorities, goals, and outcomes in cooperation with the Program Director and other Clinical Supervisors.
4. Participates in hiring, management, and evaluation of professional and support staff.
5. Monitors management reports dealing with productivity, client service, and expense/revenue.
6. May be responsible for authorization of individual and program expenses incurred by the program supervised.
7. Assures that staff adequately perform their job functions via periodic review of clinical documentation, units of service provided, and general job performance.
8. Provides consultation to other agencies regarding services and mental health issues of consumers and referrals.
9. Provides community education regarding mental health issues.
10. Provides direct client care encompassing assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, therapy, and case management as appropriate.
11. Provides clinical and administrative supervision for team staff.  May provide additional oversight and supervision for specialized certifications.  
12. Maintains all agency paperwork and clinical record documentation in an accurate and timely fashion.
13. Attends and participates in agency meetings as well as program specific team meetings.
14. Consistently maintains individual productivity within expected range.
15. Understands and implements agency and county personnel policies and the collective bargaining agreement.
16. Performs other functions as assigned.

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related mental health field with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience.  Previous supervisory experience preferred.  Lived experiences with mental illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders are valued.

Licenses and Certifications: 
Must possess or obtain State of Michigan licensure or certification (LLP, LMSW, LPC, etc.)

Certified Advance Addiction and Drug Counselor (CAADC) strongly preferred.

Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license is required.  Required Knowledge and Skills: 

1. Thorough working knowledge of the principles and practices of social work, psychology, and the treatment of individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
2. Thorough knowledge of the principles of recovery, community integration, and maximized independence.
3. Thorough working knowledge of effective leadership techniques, independent problem solving, conflict resolution, team building, and interagency collaboration.
4. Thorough working knowledge of the principles and practices of clinical assessment and diagnosis, and the DSM-5 criteria.
5. Thorough working knowledge of MDHHS accreditation requirements and mental health care practitioner licensing requirements.
6. Good working knowledge of the principles and practices of community-based mental health services.
7. Demonstrates the capacity to work effectively within agency parameters.
8. Good working knowledge of managerial and supervisory principles and practices.
9. Good working knowledge of relevant Evidence-Based Practices, relevant to specific target populations.
10. Good working knowledge of varied interventions.
11. Ability to write clear and concise evaluation reports, progress notes, and other necessary documentation.
12. Participates with and accepts clinical and administrative supervision.
13. Engages consumers easily and establishes a therapeutic alliance early in the treatment process.
14. Good working knowledge of the principles and practices of budget preparation and control.
15. Shows willingness to learn and use new skills and takes advantage of regular training and staff development opportunities and resources.
16. Thorough working knowledge of the principles and practices of medical record documentation and medical records management.
17. Good working knowledge of program assessment and quality assurance principles, practices, protocols and instruments.
18. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
19. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
20. Computer literacy and working knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet, database and project management software.

 Physical Requirements: 
 Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audio logical appliances, and devices to increase mobility.
 
 Working Conditions: 
 Work is performed in an office/clinical environment.

Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
  

Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $38 - $49