What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROGRAM DIRECTOR position at Family Service League Inc.?
Family Service League is seeking a full-time Program Director to provide clinical and administrative oversite to an interdisciplinary team which will provide clinical services to adolescents and adults who are newly experiencing the onset of psychosis and who may also be experiencing other behavioral health disorders. This position has a hybrid schedule of on site (clinic-based) and field work, as well as in person and telehealth services. Staff will receive expert training and technical assistance in a structured, empirically supported model of assessment and treatment (OnTrack NY, through the Center for Practice Innovations at Columbia Psychiatry and New York State Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee staff, including recruiting, hiring, training, developing, and conducting supervisions and performance appraisals.
- Provide clinical and administrative oversight to the interdisciplinary team that includes Master’s level clinicians, certified peers, registered nurses and psychiatric nurse practitioners.
- Facilitate the provision of screening, assessment and ongoing clinical interventions using a solution focused and multicultural perspective to adolescents and adults with psychosis and the full range of DSM diagnoses.
- Facilitate eligibility screening for young people referred to the OnTrack NY program and facilitate referral and linkage to people who are ineligible for services or more appropriate for other levels of care.
- Ensure 24/7 on call coverage for individuals served.
- Ensure completion of all clinical documentation in accordance with NYS Office of Mental Health in an electronic medical record, including progress notes, intake assessments, care coordination, discharge planning, and treatment plans.
- Coordinate and connect to participants’ families and community resources.
- Lead routine supervision/team meetings.
- Understand and demonstrate a commitment to Performance Quality Insurance (PQI) and accreditation with the Council on Accreditation for Children and Family Services (COA).
- Provide additional support/services to the clinic proper, as needed.
- Complete trainings and maintain proficiency with de-escalation skills.
- All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree required.
LMSW, LMHC, LMFT or related licensed clinical degree required; LCSW preferred.
At least 5 years clinical experience in a behavioral health setting required; clinic experience preferred.
At least 3 years of supervisory experience required.
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills required.
Ability to problem solve, make clear decisions and work as part of a team.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records required.
Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred.
Some evening and weekend hours may be required.
Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License required.
We offer a generous benefits package including the following:
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Generous PTO (paid time off)
- Up to 11 paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Student Tuition Remission Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Discounts and more!
“Family Service League is committed to the belief that all individuals deserve uncompromising respect. Through our recruitment efforts, we continually strive to attain and maintain a diverse workforce that meets the needs of our clients and the communities we serve. Family Service League strongly encourages candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for any positions for which they feel potentially qualified.”
