Clinical Behavioral Specialist

Job Description

Job Description : n nLet's Talk About It C.M.H.S. Inc. & ACTS II Ministry For Teens Inc. seeks a full-time Clinical Behavioral Specialist for its teen female and male residential homes located in Kalamazoo, MI.

The Clinical Behavioral Specialist will be responsible for providing on-site therapeutic care including aftercare to residents throughout the organization and collaborating with youth family members, MDHHS workers, and other community agencies to foster family engagement in programming and treatment as well as empower and equip youth and their families for success beyond foster care.

Under supervision of the Chief Operations Officer, the Clinical Behavioral Specialist provides a multi-modality trauma-informed treatment planning and therapy in conformance with federal, contractual, institutional regulations and state child caring institution licensing provisions.

Responsibilities include the overall therapeutic management of the organizations youth teen programs and its operation, facilitating, planning and coordinating of the youth’s clinical, therapeutic, mental, & behavioral health program activities.

The Clinical Behavioral Specialist is a critical link to the community for those we serve, as well as serving as a bridge between our state stakeholders, administrative specialists, youth services specialist, case managers, and youth services specialist supervisor to ensure the seamless delivery of high-quality services to the teenage youth we support.

The Clinical Behavioral Specialist will insure the delivery of youth supports and services with cognitive, emotional / behavioral, psychological, psychiatric, and developmental disabilities living in LTAI C.

M.H.S. Inc. residential homes and those individuals involved with day supports. The Clinical Behavioral Specialist oversees 2 residential homes, OVER 10 residents (including some who've transitioned into Independent Supported Living), and 25 plus employees including staff, managers, therapists and youth services support professionals.

In addition, the Clinical Behavioral Specialist will be involved with providing trauma-informed leadership consistent with the vision and mission of LTAI & ACTS II as well as insure compliance with all federal, state, and administrative rules.

The Clinical Behavioral Specialist must have a firm understanding of the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Department of Child Welfare & Licensing rules, as well as state and federal rules that apply to this industry.

Duties include daily clinical supervision of the youth, Case Managers, & Youth Services Specialist Supervisor and facilitating staff meetings / trainings where needed.

Other responsibilities include developing and implementing policies and procedures. To perform this job successfully, this individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

In addition, the CLINICAL BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST must be self-directed, able to make independent decisions using the vision and mission of the organization and his or her own experience as a north star.

This candidate will be required to take initiative and demonstrate leadership in all ways. Finally, the successful candidate must be willing to support the staff and managers, when necessary, by providing guidance to all parts of the organization.

This position requires on-call coverage as needed. Benefits : Health Insurance eligibleCompetitive SalaryPaid vacation and sick timeFlexible ScheduleWork from home opportunitiesPTO Primary Duties : · The Clinical Behavioral Specialist will collaborate with the LTAI Administrative Team to review the youth's case history and participate in the review, acceptance, and / or denial process of youth being considered for placement at LTAI.

Once a youth is accepted for admission, The Clinical Behavioral Specialist will complete all required therapeutic intake processes and documentation timely including the following : o Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the presence and severity of trauma-related symptoms.

o Diagnose mental health conditions accurately and develop appropriate treatment plans. o Schedule / coordinate all therapeutic assessments and / or appointments within the required timeframes.

Collaborate with LTAI Administration Team to provide clinical oversight for developing, monitoring, and staffing a therapeutic milieu in the program.

Support the youth in the following areas : o Family Team Meetings and TDMs o Weekly Round Table Meetings o Providing individual, group, and family therapy o Providing psychoeducation to youth and their family members (understanding medications, understanding triggers, safety plans, protective factors, the importance of IL skills, hygiene, trauma-informed communication, and community living) related to each youth’s success.

o Supporting youth & family during Court hearings -Provide effective crisis management utilizing therapies such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) or other evidence-based therapy modalities.

• Provide weekly therapeutic updates to LTAI Administrative Team and Case Managers regarding behaviors, incident reports, academic progress, and therapeutic progress in the program.
• Provide Youth Service Specialist staff with education and training to promote effective de-escalation practices and crisis intervention strategies.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plan goals for completion of initial and updated service plans at 30-, 60-, and 90-day intervals that address the unique needs of the youth including emotional regulation, coping skills and relationship building.

Assist and support all staff in effectively carrying out therapeutic goals, understanding safety plans, and effective, evidence-based ways to manage behaviors for each youth.

Collaborate with LTAI Administrative Team, Case Managers, House Manager, Case Worker, and family / support to make appropriate clinical decisions about activities, groups, and events in which the client should participate.

Provide a therapeutic approach, with specific attention and support to family involvement in programming, the youth’s treatment, and to empowering families in decision-making processes involving their child and themselves.

When no traditional family is available as a resource, work to develop alternative support systems for the youth.Collaborate with the LTAI Administration to plan all aspects of off-site visits, including involved parties, location, transportation arrangements, and length of visit.

Track therapeutic treatment and behavior management information, beginning at intake and admission, through treatment, and into aftercare, which becomes part of the statistical data bank of LTAI.

At client discharge, helping to coordinate aftercare plans to ensure treatment continuity for the youth’s psychiatric and therapeutic care.

Responsible for timely Quality Assurance compliance, including but not limited to service delivery criteria and reporting requirements for each youth served.

Provide weekend crises management on an on-call basis (over phone or in person, whichever is most appropriate). -Work in correlation with the LTAI Administrative Team to ensure that the youth (and potential family members) are prepared for the transition from LTAI as per the youth’s permanency plan.

• Provide therapeutic aftercare services to discharged youth for up to one calendar year after discharge. -Enforce LTAI policies and rules and follow LTAI’s code of ethics.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities to stay current in best practices in trauma-informed care and child mental health.

Other duties as assigned. Competencies : Customer / Client Focus.Decision Making.Leadership.Ethical Conduct.Teamwork Orientation.

Problem Solving / Critical ThinkingStrategic ThinkingConflict ResolutionCollaborativeIntegrityGood moral characterHigh-level / Excellence in Service DeliveryHighly effective written and oral communication skillsMulti-taskingSelf-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision is a must.

Detail-oriented and able to work with and abide by state and organizational rules and policies.Professionalism / Excellent Professional EtiquetteExcellent organizational skillsExcellent computer and internet skillsInnovativePassion for serving teenage youthRelationship-OrientedPeople-CenteredPurpose-Driven Performance Responsibilities : 1.

Responsible for administration and direction of Let’s Talk About It treatment programs.2. Carry out various administrative assignments which are delegated by the C.

O.O necessitated by his / her absence.3. Assist the C.O.O in the formulation of those agency policies and procedures which are appropriately developed at the administrative level.

4. Provide supervision to the youth, supervisors and youth services specialists and others in a way that assures a continuously high level of child welfare practice within the agency and enables members of the staff to develop professionally.

5. Works with the C.O.O. to assure the proper selection of and quality training of treatment planning management, clinical, and youth treatment staff.

6. Assess the current need for various Let’s Talk About It programs.7. Assess needs for program modification to remain current in types of services Let’s Talk About It offers.

8. Work with community stakeholders to develop needed programs and processes to meet the needs of the clients.9. Evaluate the quantity and the quality of the agency’s services.

10. Initiate and encourage program evaluation and research for purposes of adding to the body of knowledge about adolescents.

11. Support best practices in child welfare by participating in conferences, training sessions, etc.12. Develop and coordinate positive customer relations efforts with all current and prospective customers.

13. Responsible for tracking and monitoring utilization and outcome data, including quarterly reporting for the agency report card.

14. Responsible for timely Quality Assurance compliance as related to employee’s roles and functions. Additional Job Responsibilities : 1.

Medication Management : Working with case managers ensuring monthly medication reviews are completed; pick up medication refills called in by physicians from the pharmacy and pull medications for the week and weekend shifts.

2. Family Team Meetings : Supports Case Managers with Family Team Meetings when needed.3. Allowances and Youth Check Ins : Weekly or as needed mental health youth check-ins and goal setting.

4. Activity Schedules : Collaborates with case managers in creating week and weekend activity schedules for youth.5. Coordinate with Quality Supervisor to ensure daily and weekend agendas are created and followed.

6. Human Resources : Works in coordination with the Quality Supervisor in hiring new staff, planning, and conducting orientations, providing staff training, and monthly staff meetings.

Supervisory Responsibility : This position manages contracted therapists of the teen youth programs and is responsible for the performance management and therapeutic outcomes of youth placed at Let's Talk About It C.

M.H.S. Inc. programs. Prior clinical management experience preferred with an emphasis in clinical, behavioral, mental, operational, financial, residential program, and social work experience.

Work Environment : This job operates in a teen youth environment but is based in an office. The position will require interaction with teenage youth as needed.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work : This is a full-time position, and hours of work are open and days are generally Monday through Friday.

Extended hours may be necessary as needed to assist and / or cover staffing during program hours. Travel : Some travel is expected for this position.

Qualifications : Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited institutionLCSW, LLPC, LLMSW or equivalent required -Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience working with children with behavioral challenges related to trauma, preferably in a foster care or related setting -Experience with trauma-informed therapy techniques including but not limited to : o EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) o CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) o TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) o DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) -Strong Crisis Intervention Skills and experience effectively managing escalated situations and providing immediate support in the event of an acute mental health crisis with a youth.

Experience with staff supervision and training preferred. -Must have strong communication and problem-solving skills. -Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel as classified.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications : 1. Must be able to successfully pass : fingerprinting, abuse / neglect registry, pre-employment drug test and physical, driving record clearance process, and criminal background check.

2. Have a working knowledge of computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite. 3. Follow HIPAA guidelines and maintain confidentiality.

4. Must have a Michigan valid driver’s license. 5. Reliable transportation and telephone. 6. Other duties and special projects as assigned.

This a salaried position with rotating on-call responsibilities It is imperative to recognize that employment at Let's Talk About It CMH Services Inc.

entails the possibility of encountering youth who may exhibit violent or mentally unstable behavior. One of our top priorities is the safety and welfare of our staff members, and as such, we are committed to providing comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure a safe and secure working environment.

Understanding and acknowledging this potential risk is crucial for maintaining the safety of both our staff and the youth in our care.

n nCompany Description : n nLTAI C.M.H.S. Inc. is a licensed and contracted child caring institution providing open residential foster care treatment services to adolescent boys and girls ages 10 to 17.

We offer many valuable services to assist the needs of our residents and to teach them the skills they need to transition to a parent / guardian, a foster home, AFC home, to an independent living or to a supported independent living setting.

Many of the youth that we serve have suffered severe trauma through physical, sexual, emotional , and abuse / neglect. Some of the residents may also have developmental disabilities and / or cognitive impairments where they may struggle with toileting, hygiene, physical activity, language functioning, emotional regulation, and lear

Company Description

LTAI C.M.H.S. Inc. is a licensed and contracted child caring institution providing open residential foster care treatment services to adolescent boys and girls ages 10 to 17.

We offer many valuable services to assist the needs of our residents and to teach them the skills they need to transition to a parent / guardian, a foster home, AFC home, to an independent living or to a supported independent living setting.

Many of the youth that we serve have suffered severe trauma through physical, sexual, emotional , and abuse / neglect. Some of the residents may also have developmental disabilities and / or cognitive impairments where they may struggle with toileting, hygiene, physical activity, language functioning, emotional regulation, and learning disabilities.

These youth may also struggle with over sexualized behaviors. r n r nWe provide care in a warm, safe, caring, and nurturing environment for our residents.

r n r nOur mission statement is, Empowering and Equipping Youth for Success Beyond Foster Care. r n r nOur vision statement is, Develop thriving young adults to transform families and communities.