Program Supervisor II (Turning Point/DOC)

Job Overview

Location/Schedule: This position is based at the Columbia River Correctional Institution located in NE Portland, OR. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Position: Program Supervisor II

Program: Department of Corrections

Cascadia’s Mission and Vision:  

Mission: Cascadia Health delivers whole health care – integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing – to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve. 

Vision: We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well-being, and has a self-directed, connected life. 

Position Description: The Program Supervisor works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to implement and monitor drug and alcohol re-entry treatment for clients within a prison-based program.  This position involves Primary Counselor duties in carrying a select caseload of high-risk clients as well as program administration duties in the implementation of program goals and objectives designed to promote a strengths-based, client centered, trauma-informed approach to assisting clients in achieving individual goals and reducing recidivism. The Program Supervisor assures that program activities are administered as directed by the Program Manager and per regulatory and contractual specifications. The Program Supervisor provides general and specific direction to team members, is responsible for management of the day-to-day activities of the program, and serves as a back up to those supervised in addition to case management tasks.   

Essential Responsibilities 

This position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.  Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.   

Assist Program Manager in the implementation of evidence-based practices related to addiction and criminality.  Assist Program Manager in Quality Assurance efforts aimed at assuring that staff members maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation associated with assessment, treatment, clients’ progress and other activities, as required.  Coordinate with other service providers (internally and externally) to coordinate continuity of care. Cooperate with Department of Corrections (DOC) personnel to ensure a safe clinical environment. Prepare various reports for the Program Manager or other stakeholders as required/requested.  Monitor expenditures and use of agency/program resources, making suggestions and putting plans into action to enhance efficiencies. Manage required client testing (CJ-CEST, CTS). Provide therapeutic services and case management activities to high-risk/high-need clients. Model and develop therapeutic interventions based on the Therapeutic Community model. Demonstrate sound clinical judgment in working with clients with criminality, addictions and mental health issues.  Facilitate up to five groups per week. Provide clinical supervision, training and guidance to staff to ensure that program goals and objectives are met. Participate in regular supervision, attend clinical case conferences and staff meetings to gain knowledge and communicate program and client needs. Comply with regulations, policies, and procedures under which the facility is licensed and operates. Assist in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols and procedures. Practice and demonstrate competency in preventing escalation to avoid crisis situations or to neutralize crises in progress. Respect and honor client rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics. Document and maintain clinical records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. Demonstrate responsibility for safety of clients and property. Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws; understand and abide by federal regulation of Alcohol and Drug information, 42CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations. Complete annual employee training requirements on a timely basis as defined by the agency and program. Attend and participate in all meetings as assigned. Assists with Group Observations and clinical supervision (if CADC II). May be required to work additional hours if the need arises. Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications 

Education: It is required that the incumbent have their CADC II within six months of starting this role; they must be eligible or registered for their CADC II. It is preferred the incumbent already have their CADC II QMHA is preferred in addition or a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field. 

Experience: 

Three years of relevant work experience providing substance abuse treatment is required.  Experience providing supervision or being in a leadership position is preferred. Experience working with adults with co-occurring disorders and history of involvement in the criminal justice system is preferred.  

Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Strong written and verbal communication skills General understanding of criminality and criminogenic risk factors Thorough understanding of evidenced-based practices, systems, procedures and treatment strategies Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions Enter data and retrieve data Prepare reports 

Other: Must be able to pass the Department of Corrections criminal background check.   

Working Conditions 

Work is performed in a corrections environment where there is a moderate risk of personal injury/illness because of behaviorally disruptive clients or exposure to disease, biohazards, etc. The nature of the work dictates that the employee is alert and attentive during the assigned shift. Rest breaks and meal periods are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for violent behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise and contaminants.   

Mental Demands: Decisions and recommendation are concerned with revising or developing work procedures or practices and treatment strategies. Major decisions are made collaboratively with management. A high degree of autonomy is allowed when working with staff and clients and their treatment strategies. The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances in which outcomes may negatively affect costs, employee morale or clients.  The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management approach.  

Physical Demands: Activities and structure support integration and assist program clients in learning socially acceptable behaviors. The Program Supervisor must have the ability to assist the team in providing safety to all clients and staff in potentially volatile situations.  

Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, contact us at 503-963-7654. 

Benefits

We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours + pro-rated) including:

Generous Paid Time Off Package Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following 30 days after hire date)VSP Vision Discount Plan403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life InsurancePaid Bereavement and Jury Duty LeaveLength of Service AwardVoluntary Life InsuranceSupplemental InsuranceStudent loan forgiveness options

Wellness Benefits:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Bicycle ReimbursementDiscounted Fitness MembershipsTrauma Support Team

Starting Rate Range in USD ($)

68282.82

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73160.9