DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops, implements, manages, and evaluates the clinical direction of addiction treatment services; recommends and facilitates program modifications to improve service delivery and outcomes.
- Oversees clinical programming and ensures staff maintain appropriate professional credentials; coordinates and provides ongoing training required by regulatory agencies.
- Conducts fiscal impact analyses, cost/benefit studies, project assessments, and coordinates implementation of department initiatives, including system improvements and performance monitoring.
- Coordinates administrative functions related to social service and Indigent Fund contracts, including RFP preparation, proposal evaluation, contract monitoring, technical assistance, and reimbursement processing.
- Assists in planning and coordinating current and future behavioral health services operated by the department.
- Develops and implements procedures and guidelines for clinical operations, staff functions, and program activities.
- Assists in recruiting, hiring, supervising, evaluating, and disciplining clinical and support staff.
- Directs and coordinates budget planning, development, and monitoring for assigned programs.
- Develops, reviews, and updates policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and clinical protocols.
- Maintains clinical logistics and statistical reports; prepares additional reports as needed.
- Provides clinical staffing, case consultation, training, and supervision for Behavioral Health Services staff; monitors client satisfaction and feedback.
- Serves as a liaison between the department and community stakeholders as needed.
- Participates in committees, task forces, evaluation groups, and negotiation teams as assigned.
- Prepares agenda items and summary reports related to clinical operations and program performance.
- Oversees compliance and records management for all client care documentation.
- Prepares written reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
- Attends and participates in professional meetings and provides input related to clinical best practices.
- Stays current on trends, innovations, and standards in behavioral health and addiction treatment.
*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Social Work, Public Health, or a related field.
- Five (5) years of experience in behavioral health treatment.
- Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity.
- Current and valid New Mexico licensure as a Licensed Psychologist; Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC); Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW).
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) desirable.
SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE
- Employee must successfully complete a post-offer medical examination and background investigation.
- Employee must pass a caregiver criminal history screening in accordance with the Caregivers Criminal History Screening Act (NMSA 1978, Sections 29-17-1 through 29-17-5) for employment at the MATS facility. A disqualifying conviction is cause for termination or denial of employment.
- Employee must comply with all Bernalillo County safety guidelines.
- Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned.
- Employee must complete supervisor training if applicable.
- Employee must maintain current supervision credentialing as part of valid professional licensure in accordance with the New Mexico Counseling and Therapy Practice Board or another relevant credentialing body.
- Employee must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver's license.
- This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment and random drug testing under federal and state regulations.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled, locked facility.
- Work is conducted on even, typically dry surfaces such as tile, concrete, or carpet.
- Employee may encounter violent residents and may be required to use physical restraint, posing a risk of personal injury.
- Employee may work alone, as part of a group, or with a select team, with or without direct supervision.
- Shift work and flexible scheduling may be required.
TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS
- Frequently uses standard office equipment such as telephones, computers, printers, photocopiers, fax machines, calculators, and computer peripherals.
- Regularly handles documents including files, forms, reports, and other office materials and supplies.
- Frequently uses facility keys.