Essential Functions:
The Assistant Director will report to the Location/Regional Director and serves as a clinical bridge between directors and supervisors, down to direct service employees. The position requires a professional and pleasant demeanor, committed work ethic, distinct verbal, and good leadership, problem solving and human relations skills. The Assistant Director will be responsible for but not limited to:
- Programmatic oversight, coordination and quality support – ensure services work efficiently and meet agency requirements
- Monitor program performance and service delivery metrics
- Oversight of and management of assigned clinical staff within the assigned programs of the agency
- Provide direct support and supervision to all special programming staff, including initial training.
- Provide administrative and clinical supervision to direct supervised staff (LMSW, LGPC, LCSW-C, LCPC) pertaining to service delivery, documentation submission etc. Monthly supervision hours based on licensure type and employment classification
- Provide administrative supervision to behavioral staff assigned to public school services and programming support
- Maintain documentation of supervision
- Participation in onboarding and training of employees for special program; ongoing training of supervised employees
- Administrative and programmatic oversight of programs providing services specific to populations in schools, Department of Social Services, etc., including but not limited to: review of performance, and participation in maintaining internal and external school relationships
- Oversight of clinician responsibilities, including mental health service delivery and programing within the school setting, review of calendars and implementation, and support and coordination activities
- Serve as a resource and assist in creation of interventions, supports, and activities to enhance programming
- Facilitate critical thinking, problem solving and address of challenges that interfere with service provision and productivity of staff
- Participate in all required training for school interventions, and support employees in the implementation of use of interventions by guidelines provided
- Adherence to all guideline of affiliations and agreements established between BTST, schools, and external partners
- Audit files for COMAR and CARF compliance adherence, accreditation standards, and agency policy & procedures and insurance standard
- Review of documentation, client care plans, assessments, discharges and other clinical documentation
- Reconcile clinician activity reports
- Monthly reporting on interventions to funding sources, programs and collaboration with internal departments to ensure proper information tracking and data collection.
- Plan and conduct monthly team meetings with all assigned program staff
- Assist with community and school events as representative of BTST Services and programming under oversight with ability to share information with potential clientele
- Complete on-site visits to community partners and stakeholders to support efficiency of operations, and periodic follow-up as needed
- Conduct annual performance evaluations, needed corrective action, performance training and related activities
- Maintain working knowledge of mental health treatment models and DSM 5 diagnostic criteria
- Work independently, yet collaboratively as a team player across department lines within BTST Services, LLC
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The Senior Program Supervisor must have the following experience, knowledge, or abilities:
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields: social work
- Maintain professional license in the state of MD to provide therapy services
- Licensed Certified supervisor by the Board of Maryland Social Work Examiners (LCSW-C) or Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists (LCPC)
- LCSW-C Supervisors must also be Board Approved with the Counseling Board
- At least five years of administrative and/or clinical experience
- Required experience working in a behavioral health setting providing services to clients with emotional and behavioral disabilities
- Knowledge of CARF standards and COMAR regulations preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Valid Driver's License and clear driving record
Perks:
- 401k plan with company contribution according to plan requirements
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Flexible Spending Account
- Health Insurance Benefits with employer contribution
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 100% Employee Paid Voluntary Benefits
- 100% Employee Sponsored Benefits
- Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company Sponsored $25k Basic Life Insurance Policy
- Paid Time Off
- Referral Program
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetic information. Applicants with disabilities that require accommodation or assistance for a position, please contact us directly at hr@btstservices.com.
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Day shift
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Referral program
- Paid training