Assistant Director of Adult Services

Newport Mental Health
US - Middletown
July 13, 2024

WHO WE ARE… Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses a state-of-the-art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma-informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized programs, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.
For more information, visit our website: newportmentalhealth.org
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…
Mission-Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health's mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.
Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You're a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans, and other underrepresented communities.
Solution-Oriented: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.
Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision-maker who adheres to deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER…
Excellent Health and Dental Insurance
Vacation, Sick, and Personal time accrued biweekly.
Up to 11 Paid Holidays
Retirement program through Mutual of America
Additional supplemental insurance programs
Tuition reimbursement
Mileage reimbursement
Employer-paid life insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES)…
Assists the Director of Adult Services clinically and administratively with responsibilities of the Adult Services programs. Provides oversight or delegates to Program Coordinators all aspects of program management, service delivery, performance monitoring, program evaluation, and supervision. Ensures and monitors the performance of program staff aimed at positive outcomes for clients and families. Participates in NMH's Administrator-on-Call system. Represents the Adult Services Program in leadership meetings and Center-wide committees that include Quality Improvement Council, Center-wide Clinical Disposition, CSS Supervisors Meeting, and Planning Team.
Essential Duties:
Provides clinical supervision to core clinical staff in collaboration with the Director of Adult Services
Management of behavioral health clinical services for adults
Manage service plans, contracts, and program budgets.
Coordinating emergency assessments, safe hospital diversionary activities & community referrals and placements.
Applying knowledge and skill in crisis intervention circumstances
Plan, organize and evaluate the Adult Services clinical service plans and conduct program evaluation.
Overseeing required data collection, analysis, aggregation, and use of performance improvement methodologies.
Ability to build and leverage community and state resources.
Working collaboratively with sister agencies and multidisciplinary teamwork.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…
Master's degree in social work or related field
Must be certified as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
Meets criteria for 'Qualified Mental Health Professional' as defined by BHDDH.
2-5 years of professional behavioral health supervisory experience.
Previous experience in behavioral health program management and clinical supervision.
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders as defined by APA (DSM 5 - TR).
Knowledge and familiarity with Rhode Island Mental Health Law
Knowledge of admission eligibility criteria to inpatient adult psychiatric units in the State of Rhode Island.
Knowledge of adult risk assessment instruments and mental status examination.
Knowledge of laws related to rights, confidentiality, and abuse.
Knowledge of health insurance plans, benefits, and referral process.
APPLY NOW
Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:
Human Resources
Newport Mental Health
127 Johnny Cake Hill Road
Middletown, RI 02842
Tel: ***
Fax: ***
Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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