Assistant Clinical Director

Overview

• Lead clinical operations within a residential treatment facility serving youth aged 12-18 with complex mental health diagnoses.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective therapeutic and educational support for residents.
• Develop and enhance transitional and permanency programs to improve outcomes and reduce re-referrals.
• Provide clinical supervision to teams focused on family dynamics, educational success, and socialization needs.
• Oversee discharge planning and ensure successful transitions into community settings.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines, ensuring best practices in care delivery.
• Participate in clinical meetings and provide updates to administration on program progress.
• Establish collaborative relationships with local resources and systems impacting youth and families.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Supervise Transitional Coordinators and Family Connections Specialists, ensuring compliance with documentation and care standards.
• Lead joint meetings with community-based programs to coordinate support services for families.
• Oversee the utilization of transitional funds in compliance with policies and guidelines.
• Provide direct transitional coordinator services as needed, ensuring smooth operations during vacancies.
• Support teams in navigating systems such as OCFS, DSS/ACS, DOE, and Medicaid.
• Ensure educational needs are met through regular interaction with the in-house school system.
• Participate in treatment meetings and contribute to the development of care plans for residents.
• Manage the overall direction and evaluation of transitional and family support entities within the program.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field with LCSW certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing direct services to children with SED.
• Supervisory experience in the social service sector, preferably with residential programs.
• Strong communication skills and ability to write effectively.
• Willingness to travel to families’ homes and work one weekend day per week.
• Experience with EMR systems and familiarity with therapeutic crisis intervention techniques.
• Ability to manage high-acuity populations and align with the mission of the organization.
• Knowledge of local resources and systems impacting youth and families.