Youth Inpatient Unit Clinical Manager

EXPERIENCE: Expert (established subject matter expert, 7+ years of experience)

Experience in co-occurring disorders treatment, individual and group therapy, or substance abuse treatment. Three or more years of leadership experience.

LICENSURE: Washington License (LICSW, LMFT, or LMHC), able to provide licensure supervision.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Maintain working knowledge and skill in verbal de-escalation skills as outlined in agency trainings
• Maintain a working knowledge of current trends in community mental health
• Experience with theory and practice of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and co-occurring substance use disorders.

SKILLS:

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
• Capacity to effectively manage a team.
• Demonstrated skill in staff development.
• Demonstrated experience providing direct service to individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviors.
• Ability to communicate quickly and effectively in high acuity situations.
• Ability to react quickly and perceive environmental stimuli accurately.
• Confidentiality- able to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.

ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to work in stressful situations (i.e., clients in crisis).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively through complex situations toward joint solutions
• Adaptability- able to adjust approach to meet changing demands and situations including working with diverse populations.

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment: Office and inpatient treatment unit. 

Mental/Physical Requirements: Performing the essential duties of the job requires:

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs and navigate indoor environments safely.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds (occasionally).
• Ability to assist with client movement and transfers, with or without assistance, in accordance with training and safety protocols.
• Ability to safely participate in crisis intervention, including implementation of approved de-escalation techniques and physical restraints in accordance with agency training and policy.
• Ability to move quickly and respond to emergencies, including rapid repositioning or short-distance movement to maintain safety.
• Ability to use hands and arms for reaching, handling, and manipulation, including reaching above shoulder level.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read written materials and observe surroundings.
• Peripheral vision sufficient to monitor clients and the environment.
• Hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and detect environmental and behavioral cues.
• Ability to meet and maintain physical requirements demonstrated through agency-mandated training, including demonstration of ability to: maintain balance, twist torso, forward bend, pivot, sidestep, forward and backward step, crouch, move to secure limb, knee touch to ground, kneel, get up from floor sitting or kneeling position.

 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

*A sign-on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary. Bonus amounts are prorated by FTE, and any changes to FTE before all bonus installments are paid may alter the total payout.

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