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Description
Salary: $72,000 - $75,000
OVERVIEW: The Assistant Clinical Director assists in the execution of the clinical and counseling services for patients of the facility, using resources effectively and efficiently to attain and maintain the highest level of care in accordance with regulatory standards. He/she monitors patients at all times, ensuring safety and compliance with treatment protocols. He/she also performs a vital function in aiding clients on their road to recovery as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work the floor and cover shifts for clinical call outs, as well as oversee a staff of individual and/or group therapy addiction therapists
• Meet with addiction therapists to provide clinical supervision (if independently licensed)
• Assess patient symptoms regularly, report condition changes to physician if change in treatment plan may be necessary
• Assist in overseeing and actively improving fitness, enrichment, chapel and/or other ancillary programs designed to complement Clinical Treatment Protocol
• Lead group therapy as necessary in absence of available Group Therapist
• Have the ability to be on call at least 5 days a week for at least 12 hours per day
• Perform managerial duties as assigned by the Clinical Director such as compliance, audits, and staff training.
• Assist or lead patient intake process as needed
• Oversee all clinical staff including hiring, training, and termination in the absence of the Clinical Director
• Assist in coordinating all outside speakers and guest lecturers included in Treatment Protocol
• Assist in reviewing Biopsychosocial Evaluations and Individualized Treatment Plans
• Participate in weekly Treatment Team meetings to evaluate progress of all patients and makes recommendations for adjustments to Treatment Plan
• Serve as "Manager on Call" periodically as assigned by Administrator
• Plan, assign, and direct work; coaching and motivating the clinical team in the absence of the Clinical Director
• Appraise performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems in the absence of the Clinical Director
• Perform all other tasks assigned by supervisor
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist with carrying out supervisory responsibilities as delegated by the Clinical Director in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
Position Requirements
COMPETENCIES - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Intellectual
• Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
• Acknowledge, analyze, and respond effectively to adverse situations
Interpersonal
• Deescalate conflict situations amongst staff members or patients
• Possess Excellent written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills to interact with clinical staff, other departments, and patients appropriately
Leadership
• Lead by example and demonstrate strong clinical skills to the team
• Coach, motivate, and organize the Clinical team to provide the effective and efficient treatment
Organization
• Monitor and ensure all group therapy sessions are assigned and have coverage
• Monitor and ensure all patients are assigned to a pod
• Monitor and ensure patients are receiving sufficient individual treatment sessions
• Prioritize tasks accordingly to carry out tasks in a timely manner
Self-Management
• Maintain composure under high stress situations
Language, Math and Reasoning
• Possess basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) • Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions • Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING:
• Must hold at least a Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or equivalent field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a clinical role within Chemical Dependency field
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards and accreditation process strongly preferred
• Must be committed to drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use
• Personal passion or interest in substance abuse issues strongly prefer
• Leaders in active recovery must possess a minimum of 2 years of sobriety
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
• Active state license LCSW, LMFT, LCADC, or equivalent licensure. If independent licensure is not established, must be under active, board-approved supervision and able to submit supporting documentation
COMPUTER SKILLS:
• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Competency with electronic health records
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Shift
-not applicable-
Position
Assistant Clinical Director
Division
Sheridan Grove Recovery
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
Tracy Polk
Location
DEN1
About the Organization
Healing with Dignity, Recovery with Purpose.
Oak Grove Recovery proudly serves the Columbus, Ohio, community by providing compassionate, judgment-free addiction treatment. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 to support each individual on their healing journey, offering care rooted in dignity, purpose, and unwavering respect.
This position is currently accepting applications.