Mental Health Services Supervisor

We are hiring: Mental Health Services Supervisor

Starting Wage

• Salary: The starting salary for this position is $35.00-$45.00/hour, DOE

Job Type

• Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Schedule

• Days, Monday-Friday – rotating on-call with other team members.

Training

• Orientation: Alternatives provides thorough orientation and training for all new staff. You can expect a one-week orientation, where you will learn all about Alternatives and be prepared for your role. This first week is scheduled from 9 AM to 5 PM at our Alternatives Training Center.

To be a successful Mental Health Services Supervisor - you will need the following minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a program of study that is primarily counseling in nature.
• Montana State Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Good writing and verbal skills and the ability to type 40 words per minute.
• Must have experience and demonstrated ability in records management.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Ability to pass federal drug testing requirements.
• A current, valid Driver License.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office programs.

What Will You Do in This Position?

The Mental Health Services Supervisor will identify residents who meet the qualifications to participate in the mental health program at Passages Pre-release Center. Once identified, the SMHT will develop an individualized mental health treatment plan and assist the resident through coordination of case management and individual and group therapy to accomplish established goals. The MHSS will also provide counseling and support to other pre-release clients.

• Oversee and supervise the Mental Health Support Specialists team.
• Review client files to assess mental health needs.
• Complete all necessary mental health assessments to assist in the development of an accurate diagnosis.
• Develop the resident’s mental health treatment plan.
• Identify potential suicide risks and assist in prevention strategies.
• Conduct one-on-one counseling sessions regarding mental health issues with clients.
• Provide treatment in group settings.
• Make referrals to a variety of social services and medical resources.
• Document all contacts, significant issues, and general progress in the resident case file.
• Complete discharge summaries and reports in a timely manner.
• Complete specialized requests for client support including Special Needs Requests, Stipends, and Medication Assistance as needed.
• Monitor, assist, and ensure that medical accommodations are met while working with medical staff.
• Assist residents in scheduling medical and mental health related appointments in the community.
• Ensure that client transportation needs are scheduled and met. May include transporting the residents if needed.
• Assist residents as needed to ensure the completion of monthly budgets, biweekly expense requests, reconciling monthly budgets, and any other financial documentation. Explain the process, and help the resident make informed decisions about their finances.
• Ensure that proper communication between departments occur regarding the special needs, restrictions and limitations, and other pertinent information relating to special needs residents to ensure that the safety and security of the facility and the community is upheld. Ensure proper accommodations are made for the residents as needed.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups.
• Participate in the mental-health on-call rotation.
• Attend all meetings as assigned.

About the Team

Join a passionate and experienced team committed to supporting individuals on their mental health and recovery journeys. As the Mental Health Services Supervisor, you will oversee a team of clinicians serving residents at our Passages Center while partnering with other departments to provide comprehensive, person-centered care. This position reports to Passages Director, Gina Poor.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 30+ hours per week, starting the first of the month, after 60 days of employment:

• Medical: Employer pays $532.23 toward employee coverage. Additional plans for children and family are available at employee cost.
• Dental: Employer pays 100% of employee-only coverage. Affordable coverage for children and families is available at employee cost.
• Vision: Affordable plans are available for employees, children, and families at a low cost.
• Life Insurance: The agency provides a $25,000 coverage plan for all benefit-eligible employees. Additional employee-paid supplemental plans available.
• Short-and-Long-term Disability: 100% employer-paid coverage for employees.
• 401k/Retirement Plan: Employees are eligible for 401k contributions after one year of employment and 1,000 hours worked. Employer profit sharing is eligible annually, based on board approval.
• AFLAC: Supplemental plans are available to employees and their families at employee cost.

PTO

• Accrual: Start accruing PTO from your first paycheck. Full-time (40-hour) employees with 0-2 years of employment accrue 4.65 hours per pay period, totaling 15 days a year.
• Increased Accrual with Tenure: Accrual rates increase at 3 years, 5 years, and every subsequent 5-year mark, up to 25+ years.
• Pro Rata Basis: Accrual rates for employees working 20-30 hours per week are on a pro rata basis.

Paid Holidays

• Full-Time Employees: Enjoy 11 paid holidays.
• Part-Time Employees: Employees working 20-30 hours per week also receive paid holidays on a pro rata basis.

Here are some fantastic perks of working with us:

• Student Loan Forgiveness: Alternatives is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employer, giving qualifying employees the opportunity to have their federal student loans forgiven while working for a nonprofit organization.
• Scholarship Program: We invest in our employees' growth through scholarship opportunities, subject to eligibility requirements, program availability, and funding.
• Career Growth: We believe in promoting from within! Many of our team members have advanced into new roles throughout their careers at Alternatives. Our CEO has been with the organization for over 40 years, and many employees have celebrated 10+ years of service.
• Sunshine Teams: Each building has a Sunshine Team dedicated to boosting morale, planning fun activities, organizing food days, celebrating employee birthdays, and other special occasions throughout the year.