• Job Description

  Req#: 1392

  Clinical Program Manager - MDFT

  New Haven, CT, USA Req #1392

  Monday, March 25, 2024

  Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives. Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life.

  POSITION SUMMARY
  The Program Manager oversees the overall programmatic functions, administrative functions and oversight of daily activities, including clinical supervision of staff and the program budget. The Program Manager provides leadership, motivation and support to staff, manages the referrals, admission and discharge process for the program, and ensures the integrity of the program model.

  
  Starting Salary $60,449

  Sign on bonus $5,000! Half paid at start half paid at one year of service
  
  See benefits below! Licensure reimbursement available!
  

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

  Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work or related license eligible field or a doctoral degree in Psychology is required. Plus at least 3 years of experience delivering behavioral health services to children, adolescents and families is required. Model experience/expertise/certification is strongly preferred.

  Licensure Requirements for Clinical Positions Credential(s) Required: Connecticut LCSW, LPC, LMFT or Psychologist license required.

  LOCATION

  New Haven, CT

  SCHEDULE

  Full time 40 Hours a week

  EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

  Wheeler Clinic offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including:

  - For Good Health

  - Anthem Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance

  - Health Savings Account (HSA), with company contribution

  - Wellness Programs

  - Free annual flu shots

  - For a Secure Future

  - Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

  - For Retirement

  - 403(b) Plan, with clinic contributions for eligible employees

  - For Career Advancement

  - Education Reimbursement Program

  - Training and development opportunities, licensure reimbursement available

  - For Work Life Balance

  - Generous paid time off
  -15 vacation days in first year
  -8 sick days in first year
  -9 company paid holidays
  -2 personal days
  -2 floating holidays

  - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free and confidential counseling

  - Employee discounts on cell phone services

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  Provides clinical oversight and leadership to programs within the department by implementing, promoting, and sustaining evidenced based and best practice models of prevention, intervention, and treatment.

  Provides consistent supervision and crisis support to staff.

  Assists with budget development and manages financial performance of programs to produce positive bottom lines, to enable support of new program initiatives.

  Recruits program staff and address retention and disciplinary action as needed in accordance with HR policy.

  Works with Director/Associate Director to develop, monitor, and analyze clinical and program performance and outcomes and develops and monitors quality improvement program goals.

  Interfaces and collaborates with funders and other community providers to provide positive system development for youth and families, and to promote Wheeler Clinic's reputation as a quality service provider.

  Ensures program compliance with accurate and timely weekly, monthly and/or quarterly data collection and submission requirements.

  Serves as role model for staff to promote strong work ethic and adherence to model specific approaches.

  Creates and implements program development initiatives in collaboration with Director/Associate Director.

  Ensures that staff provides culturally competent care and maintains sensitivity to and respect for clients' cultural traditions, values, and beliefs.

  Leads weekly staff meetings and provides regularly scheduled supervision to clinicians, case managers, or other program staff as assigned consistent with the program model.

  Maintains required Connecticut state licenses, certifications, attends required clinical training seminars, and assists with arranging and monitoring the staff training schedule to ensure that training needs are being met.

  Provides coverage for staff responsibilities and 24 hour clinical and program on-call coverage in accordance with departmental program practices.

  Carries a clinical caseload when needed or appropriate, submits all required documentation and reports in a timely manner, and participates in and promotes quality improvement and outcome measurement activities.

  Reports child abuse/neglect as mandated, adheres to confidentiality guidelines and ensures that the program meets all necessary licensing, regulatory, and accreditation standards, as related to the program, staff, records, facility, and care of youth.

  Monitors staff time and signs off on e-time for supervisees.

  Oversees the orientation of new staff.

  Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.

  Wheeler Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

  Other details

  • Pay Type Salary
  • Required Education Master’s Degree

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• About the company

  Wheeler is a community health center, providing addiction services and drug treatment, behavioral and mental healthcare, and primary care, as well as a wide range of specialty care. Our outpatient locations are in Hartford, Bristol, New Britain, Waterb...

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