Clinical Director
Philadelphia, PA, United States
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Oversight & Program Development
Help develop and implement the Bridge clinical program and philosophy that integrates mental health and drug and alcohol treatment services as well as family therapy
Help develop a family therapy treatment model and implement a training program for Bridge staff in family therapy
Provide regular supervision to Bridge/Villa therapists and Outpatient program therapist
Review all treatment plans, progress notes and clinical records; ensure that documentation meets appropriate clinical and regulatory standards and reflects best practices in clinical care
Coordinate all clinical activities, in collaboration with the Deputy Director, Operations Director, Program Nurse, and Medical Director
Coordinate specialized training for therapists and program staff in relevant clinical topics and treatment interventions
Help develop and revise all clinical policies and protocols (to include defined interventions and management of a variety of DSM-IV disorders)
Provide guidance and training to therapists and residential staff on relevant behavior management techniques that support the Bridge's program philosophy and therapeutic milieu; help ensure the effective operations of integrated Treatment Teams that include residential staff, therapists, and educational staff
Help develop and implement specialized programs to meet clients' changing needs, including manualized treatments and specialized curriculum; facilitate special topic groups, as needed
Supervise student interns
Participate in weekly management team meetings, therapists staff meetings, and case consultations
Assessment
Conduct comprehensive diagnostic and psychological evaluations/assessments, as needed, and provide written documentation of evaluation/assessment findings
QUALIFICATIONS:
D., Psy. D. in clinical or counseling psychology or social work with three years post-degree experience or Master's degree in psychology, family therapy, social work, education, counseling, or related human services field and at least five years of directly relevant experience
Licensed or license-eligible in the State of Pennsylvania (if licensure is available in particular discipline)
Certified in the use of the PA Client Placement Criteria (PCPC) for adults or eligible for PCPC certification
Proficiency in DSM-IV diagnostic nomenclature
Minimum of three years supervisory experience
Minimum of three years experience in developing and conducting therapy (individual and group), particularly with adolescents
Proficiency in multi-modal and cognitive-behavioral treatment models, including case conceptualizations, treatment planning, and implementation
Thorough knowledge of alcoholism and other addictions and appropriate treatment modalities, particularly for adolescents
Thorough knowledge of family therapy treatment models
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of and adherence to all state, city and program policies and procedures
Sensitivity to issues of diversity
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