COMPANY SUMMARY:

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is the community leader in delivering exceptional, responsive and consumer focused behavioral health services. In 1964, we were established by a dedicated group of concerned citizens and government officials of Houston, Wabasha, and Winona counties. In 1965, we opened our first clinic in Winona. Today we provide services in Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Goodhue and Fillmore counties.

At Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, we know the importance of work/ life balance. We allow flexibility in staff members' scheduling to meet this need. We pride ourselves on helping our employees grow and develop within the agency by hiring internally within our organization, when possible. For staff members that need Clinical Supervision to pursue licensing, we offer this education training at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center for free. HVMHC is committed to enhancing diversity within our team. We strive to foster inclusive work and service environments to support team members and clients with various lived experiences and comprehensive and consumer focused behavioral health services. 

TITLE:Program Lead

PROGRAM:Outpatient Mental Health

JOB SUMMARY: This position entails providing work direction, technical guidance, and ensuring quality control in OPMH department. This individual will also perform direct service to consumers on average 50% of the time. 

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assume responsibility for direct service work with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders.

• Assist the Program Director in the formulation, evaluation and installation of policies, procedures, and scheduling for the program.

• Provide consultation to staff, other departments in the agency, and to community resources.

• Attend and participate in scheduled community events, staff meetings, and staff committees as assigned; as well as workshops, conferences and in-service presentations, as directed by the Program Director.

• Assume responsibility for meeting service level standards established by the Program Director.

• Assure compliance with rules, regulations, licenses and/or certification standards for the program.

• Complete all documentation as required by the agency. 

• Take lead role in job orientation and training of new staff and interns, as needed and delegated by the Director or the Program Manager.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Program Director with interviewing and hiring additional staff and interns as needed.

• Attend conferences, in-services, and trainings necessary to meet licensure and program requirements.

• Assist the Program Director with creating and maintaining the clinical handbook, with the knowledge and ability to implement 245i and CCBHC statutes. 

• Review and evaluate data to assist the Program Director with creating programming to meet the access demands and general needs of the community.

• Assist the Program Director with developing, training, and maintaining clinical care pathway guidelines that allow for consistency and ensure evidence-based practices utilized by all providers in the department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION: With or without reasonable accommodation, employees must be able to effectively: 

• Communicate and exchange information both verbally and in written form.

• Be able to maintain a sedentary position, either standing or sitting, for extended periods of time.

• Capability of functioning in front of a computer for most of your day, including two-way interactive video. 

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

EQUIPMENT USED: Computer, telephone, office equipment, vehicle.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Minimum graduate degree in mental health field of study. 

• Experience: Preferred Minnesota Licensure as an LP, LICSW, LMFT or LPCC. 

• Possess a high level of human relation skills and an aptitude for effective decision-making. 

• Effective organization and time management capabilities.

• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 

• Work well on a team and coordinate as necessary to support clients. 

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

• Possess a vehicle valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel as needed to client or organization locations throughout SE MN.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence and discrimination. Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints. The core values we live by include: integrity, respect, people focused, community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship. All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke/drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of conditions at client sites.

SUPERVISED BY:Outpatient Mental Health Clinical Director

SUPERVISES: none

POSITION DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt, Full Time 

This job description is subject to change at any time.

BENEFIT SUMMARY:

• Paid Leave Time starts accruing at 5.08 hours per pay check (pro-rated for employees under Full-Time).
• Up to 10 days of paid jury duty leave.
• Up to $2,000 Tuition investment and up to $1,500 continuing education funds available.
• Up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave.
• 20% YMCA membership discount OR $50 fitness reimbursement (per year).
• 8 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year (pro-rated for 20–39 hour employees).
•  1 paid personal day per year.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance is available for 30–40-hour employees. Medical insurance starts at $9.50 per paycheck. Dental insurance is free for employees only.
• Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance is free for 30–40 hour employees.
• 403b retirement account with employer contribution of 100 percent match, up to 3.5 percent, at one year (1040 hours). Employees are fully vested at one year.

EEO- We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Completion of and passing the background check is required and a part of the application process, if a job offer is extended to an applicant. Completion of the mental health practitioner verification form and/or professional conduct inquiry form will also be a part of the application process if applicable to the position.