Manager of Behavioral Health

Manage assigned clinical programs and staff within the Behavioral Health Department, in accordance with policies and regulations. The position will assist the Director in managing all aspects of the assigned program and department activities and staff.

In addition to other duties, this position is responsible for

• Monitor, evaluate and implement program quality assurance, improvement and clinical integrity through chart reviews, surveys, policy and procedure revision and other applicable means.
• Provide input, oversight, and monitoring to program activities, including development of collaborating agencies and relationship with Department of Corrections and other treatment providers.
• Monitors and supports clinical competencies through accepted discipline supervision standards.
• Supervise daily activities of assigned staff.
• Provide clinical intervention and support to clients.
• Assess, develop, locate, and track training needs for program staff.
• Monitoring program productivity, outcomes, and service delivery goals
• Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of program services, initiatives, procedures, and standards.
• Develop relationships with community partners for referral and linkages.
• Assist in monitoring revenues and expenses allocated to assigned programs.
• Attend and Facilitate community, program meetings, staff meetings and training as determined by Director.
• Maintains databases, data tracking systems and reports in accordance with agency and program, licensing, and accreditation standards.
• Address and document client and provider concerns prior to the grievance procedure and Director’s involvement.
• Represent the agency at community forums and provider consortia.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills/ Requirements

• Master’s degree Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or Marriage and Family Counseling
• Florida State License as LCSW, LMHC or LMFT preferred or registered intern.
• One year of program management and/or staff clinical supervision
• Advanced knowledge of HIV disease, intervention, and prevention.
• Advanced knowledge of Substance Abuse and Mental Health intervention and prevention.
• Knowledge of Basic Case Management Skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, collaborating agencies and the public.
• Ability to demonstrate and model culturally competent behavior.
• Moderate to advanced computer skills required: Microsoft Office, Multiple Databases, Scheduling Programs
• Basic math skills required: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Basic office equipment operation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to assess changing priorities and competing deadlines is essential.
• Flexibility and ability to cope with several tasks simultaneously.
• Must be physically and mentally fit to respond to emergency situations.

Important Notes

Certificates/Training/Licenses:

• Florida State License, as LCSW, LMHC or LMFT or registered intern
• Certification as Qualified Clinical Supervisor upon licensure
• HIV 500
• Valid Florida Drivers License and ongoing proof of insurance required.
• Must have reliable transportation for work related activities.

Must pass all drug and background screening requirements, including a level 2 federal background and motor vehicle screening

Pay Comments: Broward House offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k, Short-Term Disability, Long- Term Disability, paid time off and EAP