Assistant Clinical Director

Eastside Outpatient Services, a outpatient substance abuse treatment facility, is seeking a full time Assistant Clinical Director.
The Assistant Clinical Director responsible for assisting the Clinical Director in facilitating the integration of counselor self-awareness, theoretical grounding and development of clinical knowledge and skills.
The Assistant Clinical Director also provides individual and group counseling services to patients of the program in accordance with licensing requirements and clinic guidelines.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist Clinical Director with supervision of Direct Service Clinical Staff Ensure that Clinical Staff is adhering to all Clinical Documentation Requirements Meet with Clinical Staff both individually and as a group Document all clinical supervision meetings Conduct Clinical Staff Trainings and In-services as needed Assist counselors in the development of counseling knowledge and skills by identifying learning needs, determining counselor strengths, promoting self-awareness, and transmitting knowledge for practical use and professional growth.
Provide case consultation and review to monitor performance of counselors and be sure to recognize and address counselor impairment.
Provide support, build counselor morale, assess strengths and needs, suggest varying clinical approaches, model, and work to prevent burnout.
Mentor and teach through role modeling, facilitating counselor’s professional development and sense of identity.
Be sure clinical staff adheres to all policies and procedures of Eastside and the appropriate Ethical Codes related to the counseling profession.
Provides individual and group counseling, and discharge planning as appropriately required; Provides pre-screening, assessment and substance abuse diagnosis utilizing DSM-V criteria that drives the course of treatment planning; Knowledgeable of DSM-V and ASAM Placement Criteria related to substance abuse disorders; Prepares patient treatment plans and reviews goals & objectives identified in the treatment plan within designated time frames and in accordance with client’s needs; Treats all patients similarly, generally able to individualize counseling strategies to meet the unique characteristics of the patient; Compiles reports and maintains progress notes in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with regulations; Participates in weekly staff meetings and case conferences; Attends workshops, conferences, online training and staff development training, seminars on current practices as directed by Supervisor to acquire continuing education in the appropriate field; Maintains cooperative relationships with all referral sources and community resources; Participates in collaborative community efforts; Aware of and follows federal and state laws and agency guidelines regarding the confidentiality of client records; Undertakes related duties as assigned; EDUCATION/TRAINING: Master’s in behavioral health field with active state license in good standing.
CCS Certification by MCBAP or Certification as a CAADC, CADC by MCBAP, with understanding that CCS developmental plan in place to work towards CCS.
Have an equivalent combination of experience and knowledge and training with would meet the principle responsibilities.
Knowledge and ability to use computer and software, including Microsoft Office and database management.
CHARACTERISTICS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Knowledge of screening/assessment instruments.
Good teaching, motivation and communication skills A desire to pass on knowledge and skills to others Good helping skills, observation skills and affective qualities.
Ability to create an open, trusting atmosphere Good time management, executive and delegation skills.
Familiarity with legal and ethical issues, policies and procedures.
Concern for the welfare of the patient, the agency and ones community’ A non-threatening, non-authoritarian, diplomatic manner Decision making and problem solving skills Crisis management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Creative problem solver with ability to suggest ways to enhance program.
Ability to plan, organize, set objectives, time frames and prioritize.
Demonstrate experience in addiction and needs identification.