Clinical Manager - PAATHS Program - Req Number 1350

Job Description

The Clinical Manager for the PAATHS Program will have primary oversight of the 311-call system, triaging and intake procedures, dual diagnosis services, and the delivery of psychosocial assessments and treatment plans for high utilizers of services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works collaboratively with members of the PAATHS team and promotes the shared philosophy about respectful, comprehensive and coordinated delivery of placement services.
• Coordinates all client intake procedures through the 311-referral system.
• Oversees appropriate record-keeping and ensures completion of all program's clinical documentation.
• Oversees monthly/quarterly/annual clinical chart and reviews to ensure the delivery and documentation of high-quality clinical services.
• Develop mobile services to meet demands of residents who are on the street in need of treatment placement.
• Oversees special projects as assigned.
• Develops streamlined and comprehensive system of clinical documentation procedures.
• Assists with program reporting requirements to COB, MDPH, and others.
• Monitors completion of client's intake, psychosocials and treatment plans.
• Assists Director in monitoring third party billing and all revenue generating activities.
• Assists Director with development of EMR needs and data reports.
• Identifies high-risk behaviors in clients and provides crisis intervention and ongoing clinical support.
• Provides direct supervision to assigned staff.
• Develops/ maintains an organizational culture that fosters staff professional development and provides adequate supervision and support.
• Facilitates healthy team development and skill building integral to the delivery of clinical services.
• Participates in clinical team meetings; assists Director with new initiatives and projects and in seeking funding sources; assists in fulfilling monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements.
• Shares in fulfilling critical responsibilities of Director when Director is absent from program.
• Operates independently.
• May be required to work some evening/weekend hours based on program needs.
• Works in a confidential capacity. Uses independent judgment and discretion to make decisions affecting the department and staff as it relates to unit operations/services and BPHC policy. Make and recommend management and personnel decisions for, including but not limited to promotion, transfer and assignment of staff, and imposition of discipline.
• Assists with budget and inventory management as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Master in a Mental Health field required. LCSW, LICSW or LMHC preferred. Minimum 2 yrs experience in the provision of counseling services to adults in outpatient settings. Work experience in providing services to adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use treatment needs. Knowledge of existing community resources and services. Strong written and oral communication required. Bilingual Spanish/English desirable.

Additional Information

• City of Boston Residency Required
• A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
• This position requires direct client/patient contact and as a result of such direct contact, certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
• Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification
• The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply

Pay Range

$60,000 - $70,000

Shift

35 hours per week

Monday- Friday 11:00am -7:00pm