Lead Clinician

We are looking to add a Lead Clinician to our Team!

Salary will be $66000-$73000 Based on Experience and License

This is a Full-Time, Internal Position with Full Benefits.

SUMMARY:

The Lead Clinician is expected to spearhead day-to-day program activities, ensuring the timely completion of scheduled clinical events and assignments and the implementation of continuing care plans. The role demands seasoned experience in supervising a diverse clinical staff and monitoring all clinical activities for optimal patient service delivery.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provide guidance and direction to clinical staff on counseling functions.

· Monitor services, review charts for clinical appropriateness.

· Conduct clinical reviews to track and enhance patient progress.

· Collaborate with the program director to troubleshoot and resolve complex treatment situations.

· Conduct employee performance appraisals and actively contribute to staffing decisions.

· Perform direct clinical services for patients, including individual and group counseling, psychoeducational sessions, and maintain a reduced caseload proportional to staffing needs.

· Conduct utilization review functions as necessary, ensuring care coordination with payer requirements, and provide training on this to clinical staff.

· Work collaboratively with other departments and programs, ensuring consistency and quality of care during patient transfer and "hand-off" activities.

· Drive performance improvement projects, consistently seeking more efficient clinical care systems.

· Provide staff with educational materials related to documentation.

· Stay current on clinical and administrative practices in behavioral treatment, demonstrating the ability to translate this knowledge into efficient program management.

· Interact with other clinical team members to ensure efficient coordination and utilization of treatment services, promoting compliance with regulatory standards.

· Abide by the Professional Staff Code of Ethics.

· Develop proficiency in and train clinical staff on the use of relevant technology (EMRs, telehealth, Excel, etc.).

· Perform all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job of the Lead Clinician.

· Education: Master’s degree in social work or related field.

· Experience: Two years of clinical experience in an addiction or mental health treatment program. Knowledge and experience with regulatory requirements and ability to manage clinical practices in compliance with these standards. Working familiarity and/or direct experience in the use of relevant technology (EMRs, tele-health, etc.).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $66,000.00 - $73,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Addiction Medicine
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Centerville, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $66,000 - $73,000