Healthy Transitions Team Leader

WHO WE ARE...

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR...

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health's mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You're a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER...

• Excellent Health and Dental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
• Up to 11 Paid Holidays
• Retirement program through Mutual of America
• Additional supplemental insurance programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

We are currently seeking an experienced Team Leader to provide oversight to our Healthy Transitions program. The purpose of this program is to improve access to treatment and support services for youth and young adults, ages 16 to 25, who have a serious emotional disturbance or a serious mental disorder. Treatment is provided through a multidisciplinary team of social workers, vocational/education specialists, housing specialists, nurses, addiction treatment workers, and physicians.

The Team Leader will provide leadership to all aspects of this program's day-to-day operations.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) ...

• Provide direct clinical supervision and clinical leadership to the staff of the Healthy Transitions program.
• Perform client intake and screenings into the Healthy Transitions program, referring/discharging those individuals not accepted into the programs.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy.
• Monitor day to day activities of Healthy Transitions Program; coordinate activity with the Division Director
• Partner with the Division Director to monitor, oversee, plan, and evaluate staff to ensure compliance with agency/program policy and ensure high quality service to clients.
• Work with Division Director to secure sufficient resources and to train and provide feedback to new and existing staff.
• Establish and maintain a positive flow of communication and teamwork with Healthy Transitions program and other Newport Mental Health programs and services.
• Provide program reports and participate in collaborations both internally and externally

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU...

• At least two years of program management or supervisory experience in a mental health setting or equivalent.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) license required.
• For LCSW, LICSW, and LMHC, a masters degree at minimum is required.
• Experience providing clinical services to individuals experience first episode psychosis preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of individuals.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive within a fast-paced environment.
• A solid understanding of program management best practices and the ability to work effectively to meet deadlines and goals.
• A track record in setting priorities, shaping processes, and developing infrastructure to ensure team productivity and efficiency.
• Demonstrated understanding and respect for the cultural and religious beliefs of clients and families.
• Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation to travel to our facilities throughout the area.

APPLY NOW

Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

42 Valley Road

Middletown, RI 02842

Tel: 401-846-1213

Fax: 401-324-6251

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.