What are the responsibilities and job description for the OTAP Therapist Team Lead position at Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services?
RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center, has an immediate opening for a full-time Therapist Team Lead for the new On Track Anderson Program (OTAP) at our Oak Ridge, TN, location. This position will work weekdays during normal business hours with some flexibility.
Ridgeview has been named a 2022 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission.
HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY
"Where life's complexities are met with hope"
REQUIREMENTS
The OTAP Therapist Team Lead position requires Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling. Prefer a minimum of four years experience working with clients suffering with mental health and/or substance use issues and prefer a minimum of two years supervisory experience. Must be trained in providing trauma-informed treatment with willingness to apply a person-centered approach. Willingness to become trained and proficient in the OnTrack treatment model, as well as the Collaborative Approach to Recovery Manual. Therapist Team Lead must possess excellent interpersonal skills to work with people from differing backgrounds and cultures. Comfortable and competent using televideo equipment to provide mental health services as needed. Must be working toward licensure.
JOB DUTIES
The OTAP Therapist Team Lead position provides leadership for the clinical components of the On Track Anderson program and supervises the work of that clinical social services team. The role requires support of the Ridgeview Mission, Vision and Values. This position requires proficiency in the OnTrack treatment model, as well as a detailed understanding of the scope of services and requirements of the First Episode Psychosis Initiative (FEPI) grant. This role ensures oversight of casework, documentation, processes and professional issues of other members of the On Track Anderson team, ensuring compliance with grant requirements. Provides screening and assessment of youth and young adults (age 15-30) for eligibility into the program, including, but not limited to bio-psycho-social intake assessment, SIPS, and substance abuse screening and assessment. Engages in program outreach and recruitment, representing the On Track Anderson program in the local community. Coordinates warm hand-offs for both internal and external referrals. Facilitates multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and collaborates with other members of the On Track Anderson program in task team meetings developed to improve clinical care. Creates and facilitates the On Track Anderson Steering Committee. May conduct individual, group, and family therapy services.
THE IDEAL OTAP THERAPIST TEAM LEAD CANDIDATE WILL PROVIDE
- Program management and administrative oversight
- Supervision/ guidance/ motivation to the OTAP team
- Accountability for quality measures
- Collaborative presence within the community at large as well as within Ridgeview
- Multifaceted emphasis on training and development
- Safe working environment for staff
- Compliance with regulatory and policy requirements
BENEFITS
Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site. Student loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available.
Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record.
