Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Manager

Responsible for the clinical and administrative operation of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. Along with providing direction to the clinical team, the Director functions as a practicing clinician and provides direct service to clients and supervision and coaching to clinical staff. The Director, in collaboration with the team psychiatrist, has overall responsibility for monitoring each client’s clinical status and response to treatment, providing leadership to treatment teams, and overseeing the med monitoring program through supervision of the nursing team. The incumbent along with every member of the ACT team, must adhere to the fidelity standards, DPW regulations, and the policies and procedures established by the organization.

• Leads with confidence; manages staff per mission and completes tasks with fairness and follow-through.
• Uses MH knowledge and best practices to guide staff and ensure high-quality, recovery-based care.
• Recruits diverse, qualified staff; provides training and supports ongoing professional development.
• Builds provider and funder relations; ensures effective, efficient services and positive outcomes.
• Maintains communication with families; represents the agency in community planning sessions.
• Directs admissions: eligibility, assessment, treatment plans, and clinical supervision.
• Provides clinical care aligned with ACT goals and supports individualized recovery journeys.

• Master's level degree in a clinical discipline including, but not limited to, psychiatry, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling or activity therapies; licensure preferred; and, a minimum of 2 years clinical experience and 2 years of administrative / supervisory experience.
• Current certification as Certified Peer Specialist Supervisor, or will attain certification within 6 months of date of hire or assignment to the Team Leader position; current certification in psychiatric rehabilitation (CPRP) is recommended.