The posting
Summary The function of this position is to provide and supervise substance abuse prevention and mental health promotion services to community members in a variety of community settings. Supervise personnel as assigned in order to provide efficient and effective services that meet or exceed contractual obligations. Collaboration and communication with Montgomery County ADAMHS, OMHAS, community partners, and GESMV staff is essential in this position. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Maintain efficient and timely documentation of services and program activities and submit program reports and records within GESMV Behavioral Health guidelines.
Demonstrates knowledge of all contracts, obligations, and services. Operates programming in a manner that meets or exceeds the contractor's expectations.
Collaborate with schools, civic organizations, church groups, and community organizations to provide information and awareness on a range of prevention topics.
Network with other prevention providers and social service agencies within the region
Participate in substance use prevention and mental health promotion campaigns such as We Are the Majority, United Against Violence, Be Present, etc.
Participate in Montgomery County Prevention Coalition meetings and committee meetings.
Participate in health fairs, business expos, parades, and other community events for the purpose of promoting healthy lifestyles and wellness
Provide training to community members on prevention topics appropriate to expertise, interest, and knowledge.
Attend training, seminars, workshops, and classes to achieve required credentials and continue education as required by the agency and licensing boards.
Perform other duties assigned by the Program Director and/or Executive Director to meet program and agency objectives. Performs community outreach, information and referral, and education assignments, as well as consultation services as approved by supervisor
Attend community meetings, GESMV staff meetings, in-services, case conferences, supervision sessions, etc., as scheduled
Assist Program Director with all administrative requirements, including documentation of services and billing.
Meet or exceed individual and departmental program goals as established with supervisor.
Supervise staff as assigned.
Assure staff adhere to all requirements related to specific funding sources. Maintain necessary records and submit monthly reports as required. Ensures that paperwork is in compliance with GESMV guidelines and regulations.
Develop professional relationships with key organizational and community stakeholders through individual presentations, meetings, and other avenues to maintain ongoing contact.
Assist Director and/or Manager in identifying organizational and community meetings, task forces, or other ongoing meetings requiring GESMV representation. Attend meetings as assigned.
Provide advice, counsel, and instruction on work and administrative matters to staff.
Inform staff regarding new and changing policies, regulations, and directions pertinent to their job duties.
Evaluate staff performance and discuss performance and work improvement with Supervisor.
Present the program informally to interested parties, relaying that interest.
Comply with all Agency policies, procedures, and safety standards throughout work areas and maintain them to meet CARF, HIPAA, the Department of Labor and other regulatory standards. Assist with additional programming from the Prevention team as assigned by the Prevention Manager and/or BH Director.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide coaching and counseling to assigned staff as needed. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Complete performance evaluations annually. Assist Director/Manager and work directly with Human Resources team regarding hiring, terminations, advancements, and other changes of direct report staff.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience of three plus (3+) years. Licensure required: OCPC, OCPS, or CHES.
Experience Requirements
Previous experience in prevention services and supervision.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees must maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to Goodwill's liability insurance provider. If at any time the employee is unable to maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to GESMV’s liability insurance provider, they must immediately notify Human Resources. Employees must have reliable transportation as a means of transporting assigned referrals to job interviews in the community, attending meetings, etc. Must maintain the ability to pass a criminal background check and random drug screens.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to follow through with projects and assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate well with a broad spectrum of people, including consumers, employees, employers, community stakeholders, and partners.
Ability to effectively present information to management and/or public groups.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, customers, funders or regulatory agencies.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret common financial reports and legal documents.
Excellent communication and written skills are essential.
COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION:
Action-Oriented
Compassion
Motivating Others
Decision Quality
Ethics and Values
Organizing
Time Management
Listening
Planning
Problem Solving
Informing
Presentation Skills
Customer Focus
Integrity and Trust
Patience
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
