Lead Therapist

Position Qualifications And Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Childhood Development, or related field, Licensure preferred.
• Two years of experience working in the behavioral health field.
• Strong planning, time management and organizational skills.
• A valid driver's license along with access to a vehicle.
• Management of work processes along with strong computer and documentation skills.
• Able to main confidential information within HIPAA, regulatory guidelines and organizational policies.
• Must be flexible especially with scheduling (may include occasional evenings and weekends).
• Able to prioritize multiple functions and tasks.
• Strong communication skills along with professionalism.
• Experience and confidence identifying and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Experience working in crisis settings with individuals and families.
• Self-directed, flexible with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Sensitivity of cultural and workplace harmony.

Essential Characteristics And Behaviors

• Model organizational values through behavior; including strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and professional posture.
• Lead with drive and purpose to ensure that the department will meet strategic goals, endure challenges with a positive spirit, and respectfully demonstrate self-assurance at all levels of the organization.
• Motivate an atmosphere of achievement through supportive interpersonal relationships, collaboration, facilitation, and inclusion.
• Flexible and able to organize and perform multiple tasks within the same timeframe.

Essential Tasks And Responsibilities

• Assists the Manager with day-to-day support of the program and program staff.
• Implement and maintain the program's philosophy, principles and procedures in all services and/or operational functions.
• Perform direct service functions to ensure department goals.
• Along with the Program Manager, establish appropriate program outcome goals.
• Complete all program reports as needed by agency, county, and state standards.
• Ensure the operation of the program is in accordance with applicable licensing and/or regulatory compliance.
• Along with the Program Manager, interview, hire and evaluate staff while maintaining approved staffing levels.
• Responsible for providing support, training and development of staff to meet agency, department/program and regulatory standards.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with individuals from outside agencies/organizations.
• Participate in the periodic review of program service operation and development.
• Conduct clinical supervision with therapists and/or interns.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and instruct staff accordingly.
• Create a culture of service excellence which promotes continuous improvement and satisfies the requirements of internal and external customers.
• Assist team leads in the implementation of action plans to improve performance.
• Provide all documentation and reports as required.
• Attend all trainings, supervisions and meetings as assigned.