Lcsw - Head Of Service

The Head of Services under the general direction of the Director of Mental Health services supervises and coordinates a multidisciplinary team consisting of both professional and paraprofessional staff in the provision of mental health services to clients aged 12 to 18 and their families. This position is responsible for the effective implementation of the agency’s program statement, policies, and procedures for STRTP mental health services according to the standards of state licensing, Council on Accreditation, Probation, DMH, and other regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities include:

• Direct clinical supervision and training of a mental health team, which may include, but is not limited to licensed therapists, associates/trainees, case managers, rehabilitation specialists, parent partners, peer partners, etc.
• Providing weekly individual and group supervision.
• Provides consultation and assists in the formulation and implementation of treatment plans, services, and interventions to ensure the needs of every individual and their families are met, from the time of intake to discharge, and for one year following discharge if applicable.
• Provides case consultation and case coordination as necessary.
• Attends CFT meetings as necessary.
• Is available in crisis situations.
• Provides individual, family, and group psychotherapy if deemed necessary.
• May carry a caseload that includes the more complicated or emergency assignments as needed.
• Provides support to staff in completing assessments within 5 days of placement to ensure that each youth and their family’s needs are assessed appropriately per DMH standards.
• Tracks and reviews Probation and DMH documentation for completeness and accuracy, returning corrections as needed.
• Provides supervision and documentation review in a timely manner and in accordance with Probation and DMH timelines.
• Perform at or above expected levels and provide continual feedback to subordinates regarding program goals and strategies to ensure they also meet contract obligations and perform at or above expected levels.
• Attends mandatory trainings and agency/staff trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be licensed in one of the following categories: Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Social Work, or Clinical Psychology.
• 2 years post-licensure preferred.
• Meets and maintains relevant state licensing requirements throughout employment, for billable services.
• Must be available to work evenings.
• Must be available to provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Must demonstrate an ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must possess a valid CA driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• The ability to lift up to 10lbs, and sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Additional Information

Dimondale Adolescent is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Dimondale Adolescent is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPCC, LCSW, or LMFT license (Required)

Work Location: One location

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