Manager, Behavioral Health

Duties

• Meet with program therapists at least once per month for hourly supervision to discuss clinical cases and appropriate interventions for identified patients.
• May also attest to required supervision hours required for full clinical licensure of LSW/LPC behavioral health providers working towards LCSW/LCPC licensure.
• Identify problems related to patient services and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with the quality improvement team and Associate Director of Behavioral Health to develop appropriate quality measures for the therapy program; implement regular program evaluation and interpret outcomes to gauge program success and efficacy.
• Maintain open communication with Latinos Progresando staff and establish client/patient referral process(es) per standing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
• Develop contacts with community resources and serve as patient advocate, as appropriate.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field (Professional Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy).
• Current Illinois license as Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor/Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Displays strong time management and organizational skills in a high intensity work environment.
• Desire to be a self-starter and take initiative, especially in a remote working environment.
• Handle protective health information in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA).
• Experience working in healthcare and/or a primary care setting preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, with attention to detail.