Program Director of Family Therapy (FFT)

Company: Evidence Based Associates
Location: New York
Posted on: November 14, 2024

Job Description:

We are seeking a Program Director to join our dynamic team!The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Therapy, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field. The candidate must have at least three years of direct program management experience in mental health and substance use disorder treatment.Essential Functions:--- Develop and implement programs that are evidence-based and meet the needs of clients and families.--- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for clients based on the client's needs.--- Provide treatment to clients using evidence-based practices.--- Provide supervision to therapists working with clients.--- Develop case plans for new clients.--- Conduct staff development workshops, trainings, and workshops for therapists and case managers.--- Conduct staff meetings, and participate in monthly staff meetings.--- Participate in monthly client meetings.--- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director Program Manager.We are seeking a Program Director to manage the implementation of Atlas Functional Family Therapy (FFT). The Program Director will be responsible for the supervision of 3 FFT therapists, 1 Community Engagement Specialist (Credible Messenger), and a program administrator.Roles and Responsibilities:Model Implementation

• Provides leadership and vision to assist the FFT team in achieving goals, continually improving performance, and meeting challenges proactively and effectively
• Hire and provide clinical and administrative supervision to FFT staff
• Ensures relationships with partners and community groups are established and maintained
• Ensures compliance with the FFT model and quality of care
• Attend all required FFT & Clinical Service System trainingAdministrative Responsibilities
  • Collaborates with intra-agency departments and programs on programmatic, fiscal, IT, and human resources-related issues
  • Participates in agency and external meetings
  • Uses available data to identify needs, provide guidance to program staff, and inform the program of planning and quality service delivery
  • Ensures appropriate training and supervision are provided to all staff; may develop and provide training opportunities across divisions to enhance the delivery of services and staff competenciesManagement:
    • Provides clinical supervision to FFT therapists and promotes professional development
    • Adheres to program budgets and maintains programs' fiscal viability
    • Manages risks regarding client safety by adhering to all risk management protocols
    • Facilitates team meetings to promote quality of care for the residents and families
    • Responds to opportunities to expand service delivery options
    • Performs all other duties assigned.
    • Ensures programmatic systems are in place to meet client service delivery needsCORE COMPETENCIES:
      • Ability to assess program needs, increase efficiencies, and build teams
      • Ability to develop and execute strategic plans with staff members to enhance programming
      • Empathy for youth and families, and a passion for including youth and family voices in programming operations
      • Capacity to lead and supervise family-focused services within residential and community settings
      • Expands and develops family-driven care
      • Embodies model of care principles & values and ensures integration of said principles throughout the programs
      • Supports and strengthens interdisciplinary practice
      • Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
      • Skilled in using data to inform & guide practice
      • Values and demonstrates cultural competency and an anti-oppressive lens
      • Values professional development and participation in supervision and training.EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIRED:
        • Licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMFT) in a Behavioral Health or related field
        • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in youth and family-serving programs
        • A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a clinical or operations supervisorCOMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED:
          • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, ability to learn electronic health records and other software as requiredWORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL EFFORT:
            • Primary location: TBDSALARY:
              • $91,000Benefits:
                • Medical Insurance
                • Professional Development
                • Dental and Vision Insurance
                • COVID Sick leave (40 Hours)
                • Supplemental Insurance (Aflac)
                • Team Build Activity
                • Retirement Plan
                • Conference Opportunity
                • Paid Time Off vacation 80 Hours and sick time)
                • Paid Time Off 40 Hours sick timeJob Type: Full-timePay: $91,000.00 per year
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