Description

　　NOTE: All applicants must comply with ICL”s vaccination policy. Individuals selected for employment cannot begin working until they provide verification that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with an FDA-authorized vaccine).

　　JOB SUMMARY:

　　This management position exists in several Program Divisions. Under the general supervision of the Divisional Vice President is responsible for the oversight of the administrative, operational, staffing, and clinical aspects of the program. Responsible for personnel management, fiscal operations, inventory management, client services, safety and welfare of staff and clients, hiring and training of personnel, directing and coordinating the activities of the staff, and general administration of the program.

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.

　　ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

　　Provides Clinical Services:

　　Directs clinical treatment services provided to consumers, oversees the development, implementation, and review of treatment plans

　　Conduct supervision with program supervisor, in accordance with agency and division policy

　　Conduct CORE audits of case records to evaluate the completeness and quality of treatment plans, quarterly assessments, apartment inspections and progress notes

　　Conducts staff meetings to review and discuss compliance, recreational and social activities, interagency, referrals

　　Conduct High Risk meetings with Pathways to Wellness and RN, to collaborate on ways to support clients who are on the high risk list

　　Conduct rent arrears review meeting with program staff and interagency departments from a clinical and client-centered perspective.

　　Immediately reports serious incidents, allegations of abuse, incidents, or sensitive situations and completes incident reports in accordance with agency policy

　　Regularly directs meetings concerning clinical issues with clients care team

　　Initiates and participates in case conferences with mental health treatment team, and inpatient psychiatric team

　　Completes SPOA referrals for IMT, ACT Team, and Non- Medicaid Care Coordination

　　Utilizes Mental Health Hygiene Warrant when needed

　　Conduct intakes for new referrals via ICL Hope

　　Provide clinical crisis intervention regarding clients and support staff

　　Ensure all psychosocial assessments and all assessment necessary for client care

　　Conduct clinical trainings regarding motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, person-centered care

　　Conduct eviction meeting regarding court case, documentation require, coordinate and collaborate with real properties

　　Other clinical duties as assigned by Vice President of Supported Housing and Adult Homes

　　Direct and Supervise Personnel:

　　Establishes and maintains work schedules in accordance with agency policy and assignments of staff. Responsible for managing the completion of time clock edits of staff within the suspense established by the Human Resources Department

　　Ensures staff compliance with the agency's time and attendance policy; recommends disciplinary action for those out of compliance

　　Manages the completion of performance evaluations, recommends staff for the employee recognition award

　　Conducts new apartment viewings, and ensures all apartments are set up with needed items. when vacating an apartment, conducts walkthroughs with landlord

　　Administers disciplinary actions in accordance with agency disciplinary policy, conducts disciplinary counseling, completes disciplinary action reports, and recommends employee terminations as needed

　　Reviews authorized staff positions, submits Request for Personnel (RFP), on vacant staff position(s), interviews candidates for employment in accordance with agency policy and employment law.

　　Ensures that staff have attended required monthly RELIAS trainings

　　Manages employee accident reporting and initial submission of workers' compensation claims.

　　Monitors employee morale and the climate of the work environment

　　Monitors employee accrual totals, approves or recommends approval of employee requests for time off, and notifies the Department of Human Resources when an employee should be placed on or taken off Family and Medical Leave (FMLA). Maintains contact with staff while out on FMLA

　　Provides oversight in the area of administrative recordkeeping, maintenance of office equipment, reception of visitors, phone reception, and stocking office supplies

　　Manages the orientation of new personnel

　　Conducts employment interviews that meet federal, state, and agency regulatory guidelines. Completes associated Human Resources forms and sends these forms to the Department of Human Resources

　　Maintains Property Accountability:

　　Maintains accountability and serviceability of all ICL property assigned to the program to include vehicles, report lost stolen items, missing, or damaged property in accordance with ICL policy

　　Authorizes the purchase of supplies and equipment; properly secures all property and equipment

　　Conducts inspection of apartment keys and repair list

　　Ensure office space is in accordance to ICL Policy

　　Ensure all units leased by ICL are in accordance to OMH funding and organization’s values

　　Provides Quality Assurance Oversight:

　　Ensures internal program compliance with federal, state, city, and agency regulatory requirements.

　　Responsible for the development of a program mission statement and program goals that supports the division and agency mission statements and goals.

　　Coordinates with the Department of Quality Management and the departments in the Administrative Division for staff assistance in the preparation for an audit

　　Reviews plans of corrective action, incident reports, and program evaluation reports and addresses areas that need improvement

　　Provides oversight in submission of statistical data

　　Ensure all KPI are meet for the program such as home visits, referrals, vacancies, rental arrears, etc.

　　Assures Fiscal Control and Accountability:

　　Ensure all clients rental payments are in accordance to ICL policy, processed, tracker, and ensure all logistics with the finance and entitlement department.

　　Approves/disapproves all purchase orders and financial requests from staff

　　Manages consumer rent payments, keeps a spreadsheet of all monthly rent payments. Keeps a log of all rent arrears, and payment plans.

　　Monitors census, and vacancy report and maintains census at expected occupancy levels per OMH.

　　Fosters Community Relations:

　　Promotes Mental Health and Managed Care programs in local communities; maintains liaison between local elected officials and community boards, educates citizens in the community on mental illness.

　　Educates staff and residents/consumers on the importance of a constructive relationship with local elected officials, community boards, and community citizens.

　　Cooperates with other organizations in development of understanding and interest participating in long range plans for mental health program development.

　　Engage in new partnership with community-based organization, hospitals, community boards, etc.

　　ADDITIONAL TASKS:

　　May conduct regular inspections of apartments and contacts landlords to report repairs that need to be made in accordance with rental agreements.

　　May be responsible for facility maintenance and reports needed repairs to the Director of Real Property Operations.

　　May review drafts, procedures, and job descriptions.

　　May be involved in hosting visitors from community, regulatory offices, and/or other agencies.

　　May be chairperson or member of an agency or division committee(s).

　　Conducts reviews of HRA2010E, and scheduled screenings of potential consumers. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

　　ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

　　Ability to lead a multi-disciplinary staff of professionals in providing treatment services.

　　Ability to manage multiple projects, delegate tasks, and check on the completion of assigned tasks.

　　Ability to manage resources, which includes money, material, time, and people.

　　Ability to work in a team model

　　Positive attitude willing to think outside of the box

　　Serves as a role model to staff and consumers/residents.

　　Strong interpersonal skills, communication, emotional intelligence, and flexibility

　　Highly-developed clinical, engagement, and motivational skills;

　　Experience with risk assessment and risk management;

　　Track record of delivering quality treatment services to individuals with SMI

　　Experience delivering treatment, rehabilitation and support services in the community;

　　Proficient in computers and Electronic Health Record (EHR)

　　Ability to effectively hold field staff accountable and to go into the field as needed

　　Willingness and ability to use ICL supplied communication tools (e.g. computers, mobile telephone, fax, etc.) regularly in the course of conducting business

　　Ability to travel to Staten Island

　　QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

　　Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); current, valid registration certificate plus a minimum of three years of professional mental health experience including at least one year in an administrative or supervisory. Bilingual in Spanish and French Creole, preferred.