About this opportunity
Odyssey House Inc. lists this Clinical Director opportunity in south salt lake, Utah. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Odyssey House is seeking a Clinical Director for our Criminal Justice Program!
Odyssey House's Mission is "Empowering people to heal and build better lives." We are dedicated to helping individuals and families reclaim their lives through effective substance use treatment, prevention, and mental health services. Our programs address education, job skills, healthcare, sober housing, behavioral management, and aftercare support to ensure lifelong success. We are proud to be the largest treatment provider in Utah, with the most innovative programs available. ‘We Are Recovery,’ and we mean it with all our hearts.
Job Location:
Salt Lake City
Compensation:
$85,000/salary
Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Odyssey House’s Core Values
Integrity (I) – We do what is best for the clients and community. Always
Wholeheartedness (W) – We are sincere in our commitment towards a better life for all.
Connection (C) – We seek opportunities to engage with one another.
Personal Growth (G) – We are curious about how to be better versions of ourselves.
Full-Time Benefits Include:
$9,000/year tuition eligibility
Paid continuing education/training opportunities
Monthly incentives and awards
Casual dress and atmosphere
Health insurance: medical, dental, vision, FSA, long & short-term disability
Competitive 403b match after 1 year
Accrue up to 34 paid days off annually
Wellness perk: convert ½ of unused sick time to vacation at year-end
Sabbatical program after 5 years of service (we pay you to take a vacation!)
On-demand pay – access earned wages early (conditions apply)
Extra time off & gift packages for employees after 90 days
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and more
Functions of the Job:
Oversee and manage all aspects of the clinical milieu.
Provide clinical supervision to assigned interns and counselors.
Support the hiring, orientation, professional development, performance evaluation, and
termination of staff.
Coordinate and provide clinical training and onboarding for new therapists and interns.
Demonstrate proficiency in spreadsheets, budgeting, Smart sheet, and Microsoft Office
applications.
Oversee monthly Quality Assurance and Clinical audits, including documentation, scope of
practice, grammar, and compliance with county requirements.
Participate in weekly management meetings and support ongoing program planning, evaluation,
and quality assurance initiatives.
Coordinate with Jail Command staff regarding jail-related concerns, safety issues, and other
operational matters impacting the program.
Ensure appropriate diagnosis of mental health and substance-related conditions in accordance
with the DSM-5.
Oversee treatment planning, assessments, funding requests, and discharge processes within
required timeframes.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation, including ASAM Dimensional Analysis, court
reports, progress reports, and referral recommendations.
Coordinate psychiatric and mental health needs with Jail Mental Health and other wrap-around
service providers.
Utilize the Therapeutic Community model and motivational techniques to support client
engagement, retention, and progress.
Maintain effective therapeutic relationships and healthy professional boundaries with clients.
Communicate proactively with collateral supports, including family members, significant others,
probation officers, judges, caseworkers, and other involved professionals.
Oversee and facilitate group coverage as needed to ensure continuity of programming and
clinical services.
Candidate Qualities:
Passion for Community Service and helping others to realize their own potential.
Communication Skills to problem solve directly with clients and other staff.
Reliability to fill their support staff shifts and deliver on position responsibilities.
Self-starter qualities to independently address issues and needs in our organization's community.
Teachable - Willingness to learn and grow in their position.
Requirements
Licensure / Education / Prior Experience / Skills Required:
Licensed Mental Health Professional, including: LCSW, LPC, LMFT.
If working with children or vulnerable adult population, must pass a criminal background check.
First Aid and CPR Certification (available through Odyssey House)
Graduate degree in mental health field.
Minimum three years experience in direct clinical care.
All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to:
Odyssey House mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.
Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following:
Specific job positions, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.
Physical Demands of the Job:
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., drive (or adequate alternate transportation), sit for prolonged periods, and perform light to moderate physical activity at times. Able to passively restrain residents without likely injury to self due to existing medical condition.
EEOC Statement:
Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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