Mental Health Clinical Manager

Job Description

Provides support in the planning, development, execution and on-going evaluation of Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center Mental Health programs and clinical services, assuring that they all meet appropriate professional standards, licensing/certification and grant condition requirements. The incumbent performs mental health therapy, assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, follow-up and monitoring of clients who are being treated for mental health issues. All duties and responsibilities will be performed in accordance with the Yellowhawk Mission and Vision statements, policies and relevant laws.

Schedule: This position offers a 32-hour work week. The ideal schedule would be Tuesday – Friday, 7:30AM-4:30PM, however, this may vary.

This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus upon completion of the 90-day orientation period.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Provides consultation and guidance to mental health providers in addressing client
   management, crisis intervention and emergencies to ensure adherence with mental
   health professional standards and policies.
2. Ensures Quality Assurance through chart review. Facilitates peer review and related
   activities to ensure quality of services. Oversees charting and documentation according
   to approved standards.
3. Ensures client confidentiality and privacy, including client records.
4. Provides outpatient mental health therapy services to tribal members, their families and
   the community.
5. In accordance with the supervision requirements of the Oregon Board of Licensed Social
   Workers this position will provide direct oversight of current and future CSWA staff
   persons.
6. Works collaboratively with other tribal community service programs, school districts and
   other regional agencies to ensure the coordination of treatment services.
7. Coordinates and provides the community with training and prevention activities designed
   to educate the community on mental health issues.
8. Collaborate with other departments to maintain communication and good working
   relationship within the organization to ensure quality health care service for patients.
9. Participates on external committees, workgroups, task forces, and other forums to
   improve Yellowhawk representation and Community Wellness input.
10. Collaborate with Yellowhawk Public Relations Department for the creation of social media
    campaigns, advertising, and all print materials utilizing the Communications Policies in
    place.

11. Work closely with the primary care provider teams to coordinate care, ensure consistent
    communication concerning patient health status, care plans, and outcomes of
    interventions.
12. Represents Yellowhawk with a respected and viable presence at community events, within
    the clinic, and while in attendance at conferences, courses, and events outside of the CTUIR
    boundaries
13. Maintains client records, program records and reporting in accordance with Tribal, Indian
    Health Services, the Federal government, and Oregon State professional standards, rules
    and regulations. Adheres to all applicable tribal, federal, or state privacy laws and
    regulations, including but not limited HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
14. Maintains and manages program reports.
15. Maintains and follows clinical policies and procedures to meet the changing behavioral
    health environment and to comply with OR State Mental Health Attestation and OR state
    certifications.
16. As a team member, works collaboratively with the Tribal and local court systems, and all
    other agencies that provide services to the Umatilla Community, as well as the
    community at large.
17. Attends training as necessary to maintain licensure.
18. Provide procedural oversight to Mental Health staff who provide acudetox services to
    ensure adherence to the NADA protocol. Will include chart review and observation.
19. Provides on-call duties as assigned.
20. May require grant writing and administration.
21. Supervises the Mental Health staff and carries out supervisory responsibilities in
    accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures and applicable laws.
    Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training and development of employees;
    planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and issuing
    corrective action when required; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
22. Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

Significant portions of the job require extended sedentary periods; constant work with
computers, including extended periods of keyboarding; and repetitive motion of hands and
wrists. Also requires the ability to bend, stoop, lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 20
pounds. There may be significant amounts of standing or walking.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field required with three (3) years of
   successful post graduate experience relevant to this position.
2. Professional licensure such as Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social
   Worker with demonstrated individual and/or family counseling experience required.
3. Three (3) consecutive years of successful post licensure experience in BH
   supervision/management. Demonstrated experience including goal setting, program
   administration and development, and policy and procedure monitoring.
4. Current ability (or within 90 days of hire) to clinically supervise CSWA staff through the
   Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers.
5. Demonstrated skill and ability to use automated office equipment and software programs,
   including, but not limited to: Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records and other
   electronic charting modalities.
6. Comprehensive knowledge of integrating behavioral health services with other clinical
   services.
7. Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health programs, program development, research,
   infrastructure, and current issues and best practices.
8. Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
9. Knowledge of and experience working with generally accepted reporting formats.
10. Demonstrated skill in developing work processes, and implementing quality improvement
    measures.
11. Successful ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment with
    multiple deadlines.
12. Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
13. Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain insurance requirements to operate General
    Services Administration vehicles.
14. Must submit to and be able to pass a background check and sign a statement of confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Doctorate degree in Behavioral Health or related field.
2. Experience and/or knowledge of history, culture and health needs of Native American
   communities preferred.
3. Experience in a Tribal healthcare system.

Required Employment Application Material:

Applicants will be required to submit a complete job application packet for each position they
desire to apply for. A complete job application packet will include:

1. Completed employment application.
2. Cover letter – explaining your qualifications and experience relevant to the functions of
   this position.
3. Resume – identifying your qualifications and experiences relevant to the functions of this
   position.
4. High School Diploma/GED or copy of official college transcripts (if applicable).
5. Preference – appropriate documentation for either Tribal or Indian preference and/or
   Veteran’s preference.

Application Submission:

Submit complete Job Application Packets to:

via Mail:

Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center

attn: Human Resources/HR Recruiter

46314 Timine Way Pendleton, OR 97801

OR

via E-Mail: hrrecruiter@yellowhark.org