Associate Clinical Director

JEVS Human Services • Full-time • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • 4d ago

START (Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources, and Treatment) employs a positive approach to build upon an individual’s strengths to fortify experiences, ambition, character, and abilities. These services promote person-centered approaches and training for persons, families, and caregivers using positive approaches and other therapeutic tools.

The Associate Clinical Director provides clinical oversight, supervision, and consultation to the clinical team and therapeutic support services. This role supports the Clinical Director in ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed, evidence-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health needs.

The Associate Clinical Director assists with clinical leadership, staff development, community consultation, and system capacity-building efforts, and provides back-up on-call support as needed.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Supervision & Program Support

Provide clinical supervision to Clinical Team Leads, Therapeutic Coach Team Leads, and/or Clinical Coordinators, as assigned
Facilitate or co-facilitate group clinical supervision meetings
Support the Clinical Director in promoting clinical excellence and adherence to best practices
Take an active clinical leadership role in team meetings
Provide back-up supervision coverage as needed

Internal Team Clinical Consultation

Collaborate with the Clinical Director and Medical Director to provide regular clinical consultation on individuals with complex presentations
Support Team Leads and Coordinators in reviewing records and interpreting psychological evaluations and reports
Provide consultation regarding positive support plans and interaction strategies
Review START-related documentation and provide clinical input and feedback
Delivering trainings on clinical topics to staff to strengthen internal capacity
Assist START Coordinators in preparation for START Coordinator certification

Therapeutic Supports

Develop trauma-informed positive support and interaction plans for individuals requiring intensive therapeutic support.
Participate in discussions regarding potential resource center admissions
Provide on-site observation and clinical consultation for individuals receiving therapeutic support.
Support staff in implementing safety measures and behavioral interventions

Community Engagement and System Collaboration

Collaborate with the Director and Clinical Director to strengthen community relationships and service linkages
Support Coordinators in community-based team meetings and systems collaboration
Provide consultation and training to families, providers, and community partners
Assist in planning and facilitating Clinical Education Team meetings

Administrative Responsibilities

Support oversight of documentation quality and compliance within the START Information Reporting System
Monitor and ensure timely and accurate data entry by assigned team members
Utilize data to inform clinical and programmatic decision-making
Assist the Clinical Director in maintaining program standards, policies, and clinical integrity