About the Role
Under the supervision of the Director of Outpatient Services, coordinate all integrated program operations, assist in monitoring staff tasks, and provide direct service delivery.
Responsibilities
- Supervise counseling and support staff.
- Oversee the Opioid Treatment Program and collaborate with the Medical Director and Multi-disciplinary Team.
- Assist with scheduling and completing assessments and intake processes.
- Instruct and monitor counseling staff in developing individualized treatment plans.
- Monitor timely completion of treatment plans, progress notes, discharge planning, and referral follow-ups by counseling staff.
- Ensure counseling staff utilize evidence-based practices tailored to participant needs.
- Provide crisis intervention services.
- Recognize and respond to high-risk factors including suicidal and homicidal ideation.
- Recognize, respond to, and defuse volatile situations.
- Act as a liaison with networking and referring agencies.
- Supervise operations staff including kitchen, transportation, and maintenance.
- Manage health code requirements and kitchen maintenance compliance.
- Supervise proper stocking and re-stocking of program supplies.
- Supervise menu planning with the cook to ensure variety and nutritional soundness.
- Oversee monthly calendars with diverse activities to meet contractual units of service.
- Maintain compliance with standards set by NYC Office of Addiction and Supports (OASAS), Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), and CARF accreditation.
- Assist the Director with training volunteers and staff.
- Manage deadlines for monthly reports, units of service, fire drills, and certifications.
- Manage completion of all unit targets and goals.
- Provide on-site oversight of recreational, social, educational, and health activities.
- Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
- Develop alternative solutions with the director.
- Conduct Quality and Control reviews monthly.
- Follow Federal, State, and Elmcor guidelines on confidentiality.
- Maintain current knowledge on counseling issues related to substance abuse and psychosocial disorders.
- Assist with counseling services and maintain a caseload during staff shortages.
- Perform Director's duties in their absence.
- Directly supervise all coordinators and operations staff.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and laws.
Requirements
- BS/BA Degree from an accredited college with a major in counseling, psychology, social work or a human services related discipline and 1 year of experience working with applicable populations with substance abuse disorders.
- Knowledge of MAT programming.
- Must receive/obtain First Aid, CPR, AED, Medication Observation training.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License.
- CASAC and 1-2 years of supervisory experience working with applicable populations with substance abuse /co-occurring disorders.
- Must have computer skills.
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check, obtain clearance from the Office of Children and Family Services and be drug free.
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Evidence-based practices (Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Matrix Model, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Harm Reduction)
- Computer skills
Experience Level
- 1 year experience working with applicable populations who have substance abuse disorders
- 1-2 years supervisory experience
Education Level
- BS/BA Degree
