Introduction
The State of Connecticut, Department
of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is a health care agency whose
mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with
behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive,
effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect,
and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
Are you looking to make an impact in
individual lives, daily? If so, we encourage you to apply today!
The
DMHAS, Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN) seeks a qualified
individual for the position of Supervising Clinician (Position No.
105170). This position is within the Young Adult Services Unit
(YAS). We are located at 95 Thomaston Avenue, Waterbury, CT. Our
team is passionate about the work we do for our clients! This is a full-time,
40 hours per week position. The work schedule is 1st shift, Monday through
Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., no holidays.
We are looking for someone
who will:
- Provide clinical assessments, intakes and timely documentation
of extensive clinical work with young adults;
- Oversee admissions and discharges to other levels of
care, develop risk management assessments & plans;
- Provide clinical and administrative supervision to staff;
and
- Demonstrate high level of professionalism and ability to
collaborate with a variety of treatment providers in recovery-oriented care.
WCMHN's mission is to provide a
comprehensive and effective recovery-oriented system of mental health and
addiction services that promotes self-sufficiency, dignity, cultural
sensitivity and respect.
We are committed to the following
values:
- Choice
- Hope
- Access
- New Opportunities
- Growth
- Empowerment
Our employees participate in a generous and competitive benefits plan that
includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off! We
encourage a healthy work-life balance to all employees.
Selection Plan
This position will be filled in
accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer,
promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who meet the Minimum
Qualifications - as listed on the job opening - will be considered for this
role, as determined by qualifications stated on the submitted
application.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met
by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Applications
to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.
Due to the volume
of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt
or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your
JobAps portal account.
This posting may require completion of additional
referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing
date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must
submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for
notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end
up there in error.
Please ensure that your application is complete and
you have included your resume in the “Resume Tab” of your application as you
will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the
JobAps system. Individuals considered for interview will be required to submit
additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position.
These documents may include performance reviews, attendance, supervisory
references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. You do not have to
attach these documents to your application.
Should you have questions pertaining
to this recruitment, please contact Doreen Clemson
at Doreen.Clemson@ct.gov or (860) 785-9855.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for providing supervision and direction of a clinical unit.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Schedules, assigns and oversees work of staff; assists in developing unit goals and objectives; assists in recruitment, selection, training and development of staff; conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans, coordinates and supervises unit activities; develops relationships with and acts as liaison to other operating units, agencies and outside officials, community representatives and customers; assists in mediating conflict impacting on service recipients; assists in ensuring staff ability to access and employ community resources; assists in integrating community resources into service planning and delivery; identifies barriers and assists in developing strategies and solutions for improving client care; prepares reports; may assist in developing performance standards; may prospectively review and monitor client care for clients to determine clinical necessity and effectiveness of care; may educate providers on principles of managed care and its impact on client care; may perform clinical direct care duties as needed; performs other related duties.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of mental health treatment, principles and values of community based care; considerable knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation principles; considerable knowledge of entitlement and benefit programs; considerable knowledge of variety of intervention and support strategies; knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of societal, cultural and gender issues and impact on mental illness; knowledge of psychotropic medications; knowledge of impact of housing and homelessness on the mentally ill; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communications skills; considerable facilitation, collaboration and conflict resolution skills; ability to identify and articulate philosophical foundations for specific program models or service approaches; ability to delegate authority; ability to plan and organize effectively; ability to integrate community resources into service planning; ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with community representatives and staff; supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Seven (7) years of professional health care experience in a psychiatric setting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been at a lead level responsible for coordinating the work of a unit or team of professionals in a psychiatric setting.
Note: For State Employees the lead level is interpreted at the level of a Clinical Social Worker Associate for social work discipline, Head Nurse for the nursing discipline, an Associate Professional Counselor and an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. A Master's Degree in a health care field related to one of the disciplines in the Special Experience may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to
candidates who possess experience working with:
- Young Adult
population;
- A population that has significant high risk behaviors and severe mental illness; and
- Clients who may have been in the Department of Children & Families (DCF) system
of care.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license as a Clinical Social Worker, a licensed Marital and Family Therapist, a licensed Professional Counselor, or as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess certification as a clinical supervisor by the Connecticut Certification Board.
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.
4. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain clients, may have significant exposure to communicable and/or infectious diseases and risk of injury and may be exposed to strongly disagreeable conditions.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.