Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director, School Based Services assists the Director in leading the School Based Services department. They supervise staff in meeting individual and program requirements, also assisting with identifying training needs and ensures procedures are followed properly.

Essential Job Functions:

Functions in accordance with the system’s Operational Guidelines and within his/her professional code of ethics.

Provides individual, group, family and/or other practical counseling, utilizing his/her experience and ability to meet the needs of the client and the goals of treatment, and engages in any other activities that meet those needs and goals. These responsibilities are as directed by supervisor.

Within limits of experience, educational background, and the system’s time commitments, presents in public forums educational material to promote community understanding of mental health and to enhance community response to mental health problems.

Carries a limited caseload, the size and nature of which is to be established with supervisory staff.

According to the system’s guidelines, participates in staffing of clients to identify problems and establish goals and objectives for treatment and assumes management responsibilities for cases assigned.

Participates in emergency services in order to provide rapid aid in cases of emotional crisis.

Provides and/or coordinates a comprehensive follow-up to all clients for whom he/she has been responsible.

Participates in and contributes to the various staff development activities of the system.

Is sensitive and responsible to management needs, such as data collection, program evaluation, development of grant applications, maintenance of various contracts for services, etc.

Participates in all required meetings.

Regularly participates in evaluation of self and assigned staff according to the system’s Operational Guidelines.

Is responsive to all Quality Assurance procedures of the system, cooperates with utilization review procedures, and follows established procedures, rules and regulations of the Clinical Records Department.

Performs other special functions as may, from time to time, be outlined and attached hereto.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise the supervisors for the School-Based Services Department. May also supervise School-Based Support Specialists or Clinicians when needed by the department. Oversee productivity expectations for these providers/teams. Monitor program requirements and chart deficiencies. Provide ongoing training/coaching to staff.  Provide guidance for and witness to HR issues such as interviewing for open positions, counseling and discipline, and leave.

Identify training needs for staff, create training to meet needs, provide ongoing training to School-Based Services Department.  Implement trainings in conjunction with the Education & Training Coordinator.

Could provide licensure supervision for up to 3 PLCP and/or LMSW employees of the department if eligible under agency and state guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively before groups of residents, employees of the organization, family members and other contacts in the community.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply logic and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

Master’s degree with extensive experience in mental health or a related field with experience in working with youth and families.

Must possess a Indiana state license LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC.

Extensive knowledge of crisis intervention, communication skills and family education methods.

Extensive skills in child/adolescent observation and assessment.

Extensive skills and knowledge in child/adolescent treatment planning and the ability to work with service provider’s internal/external to the agency as well as families.

Experience and knowledge of systems for providing family therapy.

Supervisory Requirements:

Communicate the strategic direction of the organization and encourage participation by all team members.

Provide leadership and guidance to all aspects of the department.

Take an active role in monitoring the identification, development, and execution of strategic objectives.

Involve, as appropriate, all team members to achieve goals.

Effectively communicate to team members any changes and newsworthy events within the department or company.

Handle difficult team member situations directly, using appropriate discretion and Human Resource advice to show respect for the individual

Champion change and effectively manage the implementation of new ideas.

Reinforces team approach throughout functions; support and solicit input from team members at all levels within the company.

Employment Requirements:

Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check.

Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.

All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.

Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.

Physical Requirements:

ADA Consideration - Sedentary work:  Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up the 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.  Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Adult & Child Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.