Clinical Director of Educational and Residential Treatment Services (Ashland, Oregon)
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COMMUNITY WORKS
Strengthening lives to change community.
Strengthening community to change lives.THE ORGANIZATION
Community Works is a non-profit, human services agency giving hope to youth and families in need in Jackson County. We are funded by government, private grants, United Way, and corporate and individual donations through which we strive to strengthen lives and our community. Community Works serves vulnerable youth, individuals, and families in three program areas: Victim Services, Youth & Family Services, and Education & Residential Treatment Services.Why work for us? We are innovative, flexible, and open to new ways of doing business. We are a solution focused organization, and as a team use problem solving models and collaborative decision making to minimize challenges and obtain outcomes. We have a diverse team of professionals with unique philosophies and ideas who partner together to have a positive influence on culture, programs, systems, and services.
THE POSITION
We are looking for a collaborative leader who is forthright, flexible, authentic, professional, skilled, and has a great sense of humor. The ideal candidate should have budgetary and fiscal management experience, leadership ability to oversee staff and programs, ability to write and manage grants, develop and implement organizational policy, and ensure systems are efficient and effective. Ideally you will have a clinical background to better support and serve staff reporting to you. You are a collaborator and desire to partner with internal and external partners to ensure success.The Clinical Director of Educational and Residential Treatment Services is a member of the Senior Management team and provide oversight and management for residential and educational facilities: Girls Residential Program, Boys Residential Program, Treatment Foster Care, Lithia Springs School (alternative high school) and Mission Candles. This position reports directly to the CEO and oversees: 5 Therapists, 2 Program Managers, an Office Manager, 3 Case Managers, 2 Alcohol and Drug Counselors, a Clinical Supervisor, 4 Teachers, support staff, and the Manager of Mission Candles (a candle production facility for youth to earn income).
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE will have:
- A Master’s degree in social services, Human Services or Psychology/Clinical Field
- Required licensure: LCSW, LMFT, LPC
- 3 -5 years of master’s level therapy, two of which have been with children and/or adolescents and their families; 2 years in clinical supervisory role preferred
- Minimum of 5 years experience in administration, management and program development in social service setting
- Minimum of 5 years experience in residential treatment with experience regarding high-risk youth
- A valid Oregon Driver’s License, and good driving record at time of hire
- The ability to pass a criminal history and background check
As Clinical Director of Educational & Residential Treatment Services, you will:
Programs- Oversee and coordinate management team
- Provide clinical oversight to treatment staff (mental health therapists and alcohol and drug counselors)
- Understand and process all contracts, grants and accreditation requirements
- Oversee functions related to facilities and programs for Lithia Springs School, Boy’s Residential Program, Girl’s Residential Program, Treatment Foster Care, Mission Candles
- Implement continuous quality improvement for all program activities
- Be knowledgeable regarding:
o Clinical, educational and evidenced based practices
o Social services, mental health, juvenile corrections system, and related systems of careLeadership / Management / Organizational Culture
- Oversees Clinical Supervisor, Case Managers, Therapists/Counselors, Program Managers, Teaching and Administrative staff
- Lead, coach, empower and build a dedicated team of professionals
- Inspire a positive, collaborative culture
- Establish and evaluate staff performance measures and goals, and address issues
- Assess gaps and design/facilitate staff training and development
- Recruit and hire staff
- Apply adept organizational development skills
- Lead cooperation and consistency in the delivery of services
- Contribute as a senior staff leader in the organization to meet larger organizational goals and objectives
- Provide mentorship and emotional support to staff involved with emotionally challenging work
Fund Development / Financial Oversight
- Develop and manage a budget of $2 million
- Oversee all financial operations related to program areas
- Oversee funding sources
- Oversee contracts, outside audits and program reviews, and bring about corrective action when necessary
- Keep up on contracts and accreditation requirements
- Work with Oregon Youth Authority and Oregon Department of Education,
- Assure reports, data, and billing are accurate and timely
Communications / Community Engagement / Interpersonal Skills
- Participate in community activities and represent Community Works at events and public settings
- Maintain relationships with community partners
- Advocate in the community for greater awareness, improved education, and build community support and collaboration around programs and services
- Act as liaison between local and state agencies
- Use excellent writing skills to develop compelling grants
- Utilize technology to enhance communications and administrative functions
- Be savvy with technology such as: electronic health records, MS Office Suite, and internet research
- Provide an effective communication and records system to maintain confidential client records and information
Compliance / Administration
- Ensure programs are compliant with professional and contractual requirements
- Develop and implement policies and procedures related to program operations
- Ensure staff are properly documenting activities and client records are maintained to ensure compliance
- Ensure safety, critical incident, emergency response, and other policies and procedures are implemented
Board and Senior Management Communications
- Work on larger organizational issues as a member of the senior management team
- Collaborate with other organizational leaders to obtain ideal outcomes and ensure all services are working effectively together
- Interact with Community Works Board of Directors
- Participate on Board committees
- Act as a key collaborator in the development of the strategic and annual action plans
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Competitive Salary commensurate with experience
- Plus — an excellent benefits package including family health, dental
HOW TO APPLY:
- Submit a cover letter and resume to Shelly Hensarling at staffing@community-works.org, or Fax to 541-779-3317.
- Location: Ashland, Oregon
- Compensation: Attractive Salary and Benefits Package
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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- Please, no phone calls about this job!
- Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
