Job Description:

Job Title: ACT-TAY Team Leader

Location: Columbia, Missouri area

Department: Assertive Community Treatment – Transitional Age Youth (ACT-TAY)

Employment Type: Full-time, Monday - Friday

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Leader to join our Assertive Community Treatment – Transitional Age Youth (ACT-TAY) program.

ACT-TAY is an evidence-based, specialized service designed to engage young adults (ages 16 to 25 years old) who have not been successful with traditional treatment approaches. As the Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in leading a multi-disciplinary team to provide intensive treatment services to our clients.

Columbia offers a vibrant community atmosphere and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth, making it an ideal location for those dedicated to mental health support.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Competitive compensationOpportunity for licensure supervision at no cost to you (subject to availability)A welcoming and supportive work culture focused on professional development

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the day-to-day clinical operations of the ACT-TAY team, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.Provide treatment direction to clients on the ACT-TAY caseload, guiding them towards recovery and improved mental health.Conduct regular individual supervisory sessions for staff, offering guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.Assist with the hiring and training of new staff, ensuring a cohesive and skilled team.Provide direct care to clients as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with psychiatrists, nurses, and other specialists.Analyze client situations and develop intervention strategies tailored to each individual's needs.Participate in crisis intervention during regular business hours and be available on an on-call basis after hours or on weekends (on-call pay included).Contribute to state-wide phone calls and team meetings to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or CounselingSupervisory experience preferred, but not requiredPLPC, LPC, LMSW, or LCSW is preferred, but not required

Additional Qualifications:

Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary teamFlexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentCompassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others

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 use 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 value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and 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 expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.