Team Leader - Care Coordination Service

About River Edge Behavioral Health
 

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups. 

River Edge is seeking a dynamic and driven Team Leader to oversee the Care Coordination Services for the Fulton County Permanent Supportive Housing program. This individual will play a vital role in enhancing the effectiveness of the clinical team. This position involves providing guidance, support, and resources to clinicians, ensuring they have the tools necessary to deliver high-quality care to residents. The Team Leader will also facilitate communication between team members, oversee program implementation, and contribute to professional development opportunities.

Benefits Offered: 

• Competitive Pay 
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 
• Paid Time Off 
• 12 Paid Holidays 
• 401k with an employer match 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Short and Long-term disability coverage 
• Life Insurance 
• Employee Discount Program

Schedule:

                        Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm        

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support and supervision to Master Level Clinicians, ensuring adherence to best practices and program standards.
• Assist clinicians in managing complex cases and problem-solving to enhance service delivery to residents.
• Foster a collaborative team environment by facilitating regular team meetings, case conferences, and feedback sessions.
• Ensure effective communication among team members.
• Identify training needs and coordinate professional development opportunities for clinical staff.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to enhance the skills and competencies of clinicians.
• Support the implementation of program policies and procedures, ensuring that clinical services are delivered effectively and efficiently.
• Collect and analyze data on program outcomes to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development of reports and presentations for stakeholders and funders.
• Collaborate with external service providers and community organizations to enhance resources available to clinicians and residents.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social service (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services) required.
• An associate licensed mental health professional (LMSW, LAPC, LAMFT) required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the practices of Harm Reduction and Housing First philosophies required.
• At least three (3) years of experience working with those with substance use and mental health concerns required.
• At least one (1) year of experience supervising a high-functioning and autonomous team preferred.
• At least one (1) year of related experience in housing preferred.
• Experience working with ClientTrack, the Homeless Management Information System, is a plus.
• People with lived expertise of incarceration, recovery, homelessness, and those who identify as Trans or LGBQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply.

Competencies:

Communication:

• Good written and verbal communication, strong organizational and time management skills.

Adaptability:  

• Flexible and adaptable

Decision-Making & Problem Solving:

• Analyze data make effective decisions can identify and analyze problems and test multiple options before presenting a solution.

Relationship Building and Influence: 

• Skilled in building strong relationships and developing management capabilities in complex, collaborative environments. 

• Ability to influence across lines of authority and establish credibility quickly. 

Additional Information: 

The Application Process 

All qualified applicants will be considered. 

This position is subject to close once a suitable candidate pool has been identified. 

The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview. 

Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email. 

Due to the volume of applications received, we cannot provide information on application status by phone or email. 

Safe Working Environment 

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we recommend all employees to frequently wash their hands, sanitizing common areas to help keep all employees and clients safe. 

Diversity and Inclusion 

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic makeup, disability, age, or veteran status. 

Drug-Free Workplace 

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen. 

At-Will Workplace 

Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time. 

EEOC Statement 

River Edge Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Edge Behavioral Heath recruits qualified candidates for positions in its service area. It is the policy of River Edge Behavioral Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.