Supervisor/Therapist- Stark County - Canton, United States - OhioGuidestone

Description

Where New Paths Begin

OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year.

We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment.

As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives-with compassion and respect-we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.

OhioGuidestone is looking for an Supervisor/Therapist (Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or Clinical Mental Health Counselor) who will be specially-trained to provide an intermediate level of care.

The ideal candidate will have supervision experience, as well be interested in carrying a small case load. Responsibilities will be split between supervision and working with clients.

Candidate must be flexible, have the ability to communicate effectively in the community on behalf of the agency, have exceptional organizational skills, as well as have strong clinical skills.

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Essential Functions

• Direct supervision of assigned staff including hiring, supervision, and high emphasis on employee development, ranging from growth within current positions and expanding leadership and supervisory skills necessary to ensure agency success.
• Demonstrates and models positive leadership, promotes a team-based work environment and presents the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.
• Assures fiscal accountability of all assigned programs and services. This responsibility includes enhancement and maintenance of organizational and cross functional agency processes that impact and are impacted by assigned programming.
• Assists in the development of realistic budgets, assisting the Finance Department in assuring that assigned services are adequately documented and that billing requirements are met, working pro-actively to assure budget compliance, and taking immediate action to resolve fiscal problems should they occur.
• Exhibits and demands care and competence in managing agency resources.
• Develops detailed project plans and Logic Models to clearly define and monitor program goals and agency strategic initiatives.
• Adapts programs and services to enhance this agency's ability to serve the needs of the community.
• Ensures the integrity of internship program and service delivery, compliance and evaluation and moves to adapt programs/services as compliance standards change in an effective and efficient manner.
• Ensures compliance with internal standards and goals, all contract/grant specifications, as well as licensing, regulatory and accreditation standards including but not limited to ODJFS, ODE, County, Council on Accreditation, EAGLE Accreditation, NAEYC, SUTQ, State/County HMG, Medicaid, ODMH. Ensures all Local, State, Federal and GAAP laws and regulations.
• Assumes a leadership role in the interpretation and support of agency policies (including HR, PR and Communications), implementation of industry best practice standards throughout assigned programs, aiding in the development/implementation of program outcome measures to ensure quality service implementation.
• Develops a therapeutic relationship with each client.
• Provides individual, group or family therapy as needed. Available for clinical consultation and crisis intervention
• Maintains minimum productivity level of face-to-face contacts per week based on a 40-hour work week to be determined by the supervisor. As more supervisees/interns are assigned, the Director and/or Asst. Director can lower the productivity required.
• Maintains on-going frequent contact with agency assigned or with client's parents if is not assigned to keep them updated on progress. Will provides minor case management function
• Assumes a strong advocacy role for clients and makes recommendations for clinical and support services needed upon discharge
• Actively participates in all treatment conferences and meetings for the client
• Provides in-service training as requested.
• Available on call by cell phone during non-work hours for clinical consultation and crisis management.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events or department specific projects or seasonal program changes.
• Exhibits positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote an inclusive work environment, and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Performance Requirements

• Must be able to delegate, manage people and evaluate staff and programs
• Must have demonstrated experience in attention to detail and confidentiality
• Must possess strong oral, written skills and public speaking skills and the ability to conduct trainings
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance to the satisfaction of management
• Must be able to operate a computer and proficient in position related technologies
• Must be able to verbally exchange information in a confidential manner with employees, clients, participants, and/or families in various settings
• Must be able to work flexible hours as needed
• Must be able to clearly and confidentially communicate with OhioGuidestone employees, clients, students, participants, and other stakeholders
• Must adhere to all Our Promise Values and Guiding Principals

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle
• Must be able to frequently drive and perform assigned duties in varying work environments including agency office and community based including client homes in various communities
• Must be able to access work locations and, as necessary, client or participant homes which may include ascending/descending stairs
• Must be able to stoop, stand, walk, bend, and stay upright to perform work
• Must be able to visually read written and digital information
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication
• Must be able to hear clients, participants, co-workers, and supervisors at normal speaking levels
• Must be able to dictate with clients, participants, co-workers, and supervisors using all means of communication including but not limited to, in-person, phone, and computer

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an Ohio LISW or LPCC or IMFT required. Supervisory designation preferred
• Clinical experience with SED children required
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License with a safe driving record and valid insurance
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screening
• Knowledge of SUD is preferred

Benefits include:

• Free CEU trainings
• Competitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee + children
• 10 paid holidays; three are exchangeable
• Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
• 401(k) with employer match option
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards

At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment.

We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made.

Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings. Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/M/F/H/V