Manager of Clinical and Family Consultation - Delta-T Group Inc.

Our clients is seeking a Manager of Clinical and Family Consultation to provide service in Baltimore, MD. Provide clinical consultation and guidance to all staff, participants, and families within the Youth Autism Services department. The Manager will ensure that individual goals are being achieved, appropriate services delivered, documentation requirements are completed, and family needs are met.

CLIENT'S HOURS
* Monday - Friday (10am-6pm)
* Immediate Start
* Competitive Compensation

SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY
* Remain available via cell phone for on-call/crisis situations.
* World collaboratively with Administrative Coordinator to recruit, screen, hire, and train Family Consultants.
* Supervise Family Consultants and complete required supervision documentation per MSDE and Autism Waiver regulations.
* As needed, participate in intake meetings, participant team meetings, and Individual Treatment Plan meetings.
* Conduct Family Consultation Meetings, Adult Life Planning, and/or Treatment Plan Meetings as needed.
* Serve as the Family Consultant for families during times of turnover or other circumstances where a Family Consultant is not assigned and/or unable to fulfill the expectation of meeting monthly with each family.
* Assist with developing and coordinating training for Youth Autism Services Family Consultants, ensuring they complete mandatory training within the required timeframes.
* Track and complete timely evaluations of all Family Consultants and provide input to other managers for Support Counselor and TI Instructor evaluations based on clinical observations.
* Track and ensure that all Treatment Plan Meetings are completed and submitted to MSDE within 365 days of the previous Treatment Plan, that all required forms are updated, and that all 6-month reviews are completed within the required timeframes.
* Review Treatment Plans for quality and accuracy before submitting them to Director.
* Review IISS Progress Notes/Logs for content, quality, and timeliness of entry.
* Conduct quarterly clinical observations/supervisions for assigned staff and ensure that Family Consultants conduct monthly and/or quarterly observations for their assigned staff.
* Provide clinical guidance and community supervision when managers, staff, or parents make referrals/requests or ETO notes indicate a lack of progress or staff insight into effectively working on the goals outlined in the treatment plan.
* Actively participate in Quarterly Youth Autism Services Staff Meetings, including assisting the Director with PowerPoint preparation, content, and actual presentation.
* Attend ongoing training and meetings with the Maryland State Department of Education.
* Ensure all required reports are filed with MSDE, DHMH, and Service Coordinators.

CLIENT'S REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in supervising staff direct care staff in a positive and productive manner.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience working with people with disabilities, at least 3 of which must include individuals with autism.
* Master's degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling or related field Certified Special Educator.
* The ability to work with diverse populations.
* Access to a reliable automobile and a valid driver's license with no more than 3 points
* Ability to multi-task.
* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills