Infant Mental Health Supervisor

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Livonia Clinic - Livonia, MI, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, PRIMARY PURPOSE:This is a professional position responsible for supervising daily functions of the Partnering with Parents (Infant Mental Health and Early Childhood Clinical Programs). This role is responsible for providing administrative and reflective supervision to a team of therapists. Assists and makes recommendations to upper management staff for program design and implementation and for related personnel management and budgetary issues.    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related human service field required.  At least one year formal or informal supervisory experience.  At least three years’ experience working with children in a mental health/human services facility and at least one-year experience in the examination, evaluation and treatment of early childhood population.  Must have a current, valid State of Michigan professional license.  Infant Mental Health Endorsement at minimum of Level 2 required. Level 3 preferred.   PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the oversight of Infant Mental Health and Early Childhood programming in the Behavioral Health Services department. Employees in these positions serves as the first line supervisor to professional staff for the entire service site as needed.  Monitor compliance with Detroit-Wayne Integrated Health Network's policies and procedures as well as agency specific practices.  Assist and make recommendations to upper-management for program design and implementation   and for related personnel management and budgetary issues.  Exercise independent judgment and has substantial autonomy in performance of work duties.  Works collaboratively with other management team members within site, team and the agency.  Supervise work of professional, paraprofessional, and student intern personnel engaged in direct service work with clients utilizing both administrative and reflective supervision.  Assign cases and review progress with employees; consult with employees on all cases at regular intervals.  Schedule activities of assigned employees; provide training/direction and evaluation to employees.  Assist in developing operating budgets and ensures program area operates within it.  Recommend appropriate action for disciplinary matters and ensure employee and programmatic compliance with both Behavioral Health Services and agency policies/procedures.  Work with support services team including supervisor and manager to ensure program needs are met.  Act as liaison to external stakeholders (e.g. service organizations, referral sources, funding and regulatory bodies)  Participate in public relations/marketing activities as needed.  Hire, train, coach, supervise, evaluate and terminate assigned staff and interns as needed.   Through direct contact and supervision of employees and interns, ensure that Starfish Family Services has a positive relationship with all community groups, organizations and programs.  Participate in agency meetings, trainings and other agency functions as needed or requested.  Cooperate in any investigation related to personnel, licensing, accreditation or other circumstances.  Assist in finding and directing clients in case of an emergency such as a fire or tornado.  Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management or required by the team.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:  Substantial clinical knowledge and experience related to mental health and substance abuse.  Knowledge of how mental health professionals and their specific expertise contribute to mental health service delivery.  Demonstrates ability to set and meet outcome objectives.  Ability to work cooperatively with all program staff and support services personnel.  Ability to plan ahead and organize time and workload effectively.  Ability to assist families in crisis.  Ability to problem solve and make decisions, especially during crisis situations.  Must have a working knowledge of all SFS programs.  Ability to manage multiple priorities, function independently and demonstrate good follow through.  Ability to work positively and productively as a member of a team with colleagues, supervisors and agency staff.  Knowledge of community mental health treatment programs and their continuum of care.  Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices including personnel and systems management.  Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  Computer literate meaning experience with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office at a minimum.  Commitment to personal and professional work in the areas of diversity, equity and inclusion.  Capacity for developing autonomy and leadership in supervisees.  Skills working tactfully with others and demonstrates adaptability in changing environments.  Knowledge and maintenance of ethical and professional standards.  Ability and desire for personal and professional growth and skill development.  Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.  Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner and work cooperatively with partner agencies.    LICENSING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  Valid driver’s license and / or reliable transportation.  Must be COVID-19 vaccinated, or partially, with the ability to complete within 30-days of employment. Circumstances preventing vaccination, and corresponding accommodations will be reviewed and considered.   Starfish Family Services is an Equal Opportunity EmployerEOE/M/F/D/V :