Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Assistant Program Director 24-00665 - Alura Workforce Solutions

POSITION
Assistant Program Director 
(Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Psychologist)

SUMMARY

Join a leading non-profit Mental Health organization dedicated to transforming lives! Our client operates a state-licensed residential facility that empowers adults with mental disabilities. This exceptional program provides a structured residence and outpatient clinic with intensive mental health supportive services, guiding clients towards developing independent skills and reintegrating into community living. Be a part of a team that makes a difference every day!

DESCRIPTION

Assists the Program Director in supervision of staff as assigned and has oversight of clinical operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as head of service in the absence of the Program Director
• Acting as a liaison between administrative, clinical/program staff, and other agencies
• Supervising assigned staff and providing clinical supervision hours for BBS registered staff/interns
• Assisting in clinical program development and recruitment for clinical positions
• Planning and implementing clinical training for staff
• Training and supervising new therapists and case aides
• Ensuring compliance with DMH and Gateways' documentation requirements
• Participating in educational seminars and inter/intra-agency meetings
• Developing, maintaining, and evaluating policies and procedures
• Preparing reports and presentations
• Providing on-call coverage for emergency consultation and intervention
• Assisting in crisis situations and facilitating client transfers to higher levels of care
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring group schedules
• Completing client assessments for placement
• Hiring, training, evaluating, and developing corrective action plans for staff
• Performing other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Have practiced psychotherapy during at least two (2) years out of the last five (5) years 
• Functional experience with the mental health system
• Treatment and diagnostic skills utilizing the DSM V
• Experience with severe and persistent mental illness, substance abuse, and evaluating dangerous behaviors

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

• Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work or psychology
• LCSW or licensed Psychologist – Eligible to complete appropriate clinical supervision training to supervise registered MFT or MSW interns or other designated disciplines

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum two-years clinical social work experience 
• Pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance
• Valid California Driver's license
• TB clearance
• Driving record acceptable for coverage by Gateways insurance carrier
• Fire and Safety Training*
• First Aid Training Certification*
• CPR Certification*
• Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)**