Job Description
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY : The Clinical Program Director at Chester Community Coalition works in the development of the clinical operations, shares therapeutic expertise to provide best practices in intervention, participates in grant writing, and offers support and guidance to the program staff. The Clinical Program Director oversees the coordination and administration of trauma-informed behavioral programs including planning, organizing, supervising, leading program activities, and assessing program outcomes. The Clinical Director will lead and support a work culture that is respectful, responsive, and effective with a foundation of cultural humility and compassion.
EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING :
- Licensed LCSW, LMFT, or LPC or psychologist with a minimum of a master’s level education in social work, psychology, therapy, counseling, or related field.
- Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) candidates are welcome to apply.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Knowledge of program managementKnowledge of client groups and / or issues related to the program areaExperience with clinical supervisionExperience conducting assessments and providing support services for children and their familiesEffective communication and public speaking skillsFamiliarity with diverse populations and local community resourcesLeadership experience preferred3 to 5 years of experience in a related fieldESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :
CLINICAL
Meet regularly with the Executive Director and program team for clinical and organizational supervisionParticipate / facilitate in the client intake and assessment process for programsEnsure that program activities comply with all relevant professional standardsADMINISTRATIVE
Implement counseling services utilizing current best practices in core areas of trauma treatment, holistic strengths-based case management, crisis intervention, healthy relationships, constructive coping, resiliency, and interdisciplinary teamworkEnsure therapy staff completes required documentation, including client records, service reports, and administrative paperwork thoroughly and promptlyEnsure that therapy services are delivered in a manner that is consistent with policies, applicable laws, contracts, professional standards, and community expectationsOversee the intake process, and ensure high-risk or recently traumatized individuals are prioritizedAssesses individuals and families for the most clinically appropriate therapeutic services availableEnsure the quality and effectiveness of groups by adhering to the established curriculumResponsible for maintaining clinically accurate and timely record managementWork collaboratively within the treatment team and throughout the organizationProvide supervision and support for clinical programmingAttend team and organizational meetings, activities, and events as requiredWrite reports on the programs for management and fundersEnsure that the program operates within the approved budgetMonitor and approve all budgeted program expendituresEnsure that all financial records for the program are up to dateIdentify and evaluate the risks associated with program activities and take appropriate action to control the risksConduct ongoing evaluation of program activities and an annual evaluation according to the program evaluation framework and implement improvements as necessaryReport evaluation findings to the Executive Director and recommend changes to enhance the program, as appropriateGENERAL
Demonstrate ability to work independently and within a team and seek guidance as appropriate.Demonstrate ability to prioritize, attend to, and complete multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.Participation in community meetings related to the development of partnershipsPlan the delivery of overall programs and activities under the mission and the goals of the organizationDevelop new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the organizationDevelop and implement long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of programsDevelop a program evaluation framework to assess the strengths of the programs and to identify areas for improvementDevelop funding proposals for the programs to ensure the continuous delivery of servicesComply with all organizational policies and procedures.Operations
Provide staff oversight and supervision for current programsEnsure that program activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organizationEnsure that program activities comply with all relevant legislation and professional standardsCoordinate the delivery of services among different program activities to increase effectiveness and efficiencyDevelop forms and records to document program activitiesOversee the collection and maintenance of records on the clients of the program for statistical purposes according to the confidentiality / privacy policy of the organizationOutreach
Communicate with clients and other stakeholders to gain community support for programs and solicit input to improve programmingLiaise with other organizations to ensure effective and efficient program deliveryWorking Conditions
Usually work in an office environment, but the mission of the organization may sometimes take them to non-standard workplaces.35-hour work week during standard work hours, may be required to work some evenings and weekends for outreach and to monitor program activities.NOTE : This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We are an organization where everyone pitches in to get what needs to be done.