Hillcrest Children & Family Center
ACT Clinical Manager
Hillcrest Children & Family Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Hillcrest Children & Family Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to individuals in our community. As a Joint Commission and CARF accredited organization, we promote awareness and understanding to break down barriers for mental health issues in our community. This is a rewarding opportunity to directly influence the lives of adolescents through intervention support and training.
Position Summary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an evidenced‑based practice that offers treatment, rehabilitation, and community integration services to individuals diagnosed with serious mental illness. ACT uses a person‑centered, recovery‑based team approach to care and entails flexible service delivery and crisis availability.
The ACT Clinical Manager will provide leadership and supervision to the clinical staff. The Clinical Manager will coordinate clinical services and monitor staff to ensure value‑based care and services meet the standards of state, federal, and grantor regulations.
Duties And Responsibilities
Provide oversight and monitor the daily clinical operation of the ACT team
Evaluate the status of clients and plan appropriate interventions to address changing needs
Demonstrate strong organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills
Regularly evaluate individual and overall team performance; use data to improve caseload management, staffing, and quality of care
Ensure staff and program goals comply with regulations and guidelines from the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health, Department of Health, Medicaid, and other applicable laws and professional standards
Manage and review treatment plans and clinical interventions
Supervise and countersign team clinical documents using the electronic medical record
Audit client records to ensure compliance with quality standards
Monitor treatment plans, progress notes, medications, education and management, discharge summaries, and aftercare plans
Initiate and maintain relationships with internal and external agencies for referrals and regulatory authorities
Maintain HIPAA compliance
Adapt to changing priorities with versatility and flexibility
Demonstrate the ability to handle emergencies effectively
Qualifications
Master’s Degree or PhD in Behavioral Health or Social Services sciences
Unrestricted/active LICSW or LPC license in the District of Columbia
1–3 years of experience providing services to ethnically diverse adults
Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds. Bilingual skills are a plus.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K Retirement and Life Insurance
Hybrid work schedule
2 weeks accrued PTO
2 weeks accrued Sick Leave
8 paid company holidays
Loan Repayment — Eligible employees can receive up to $50,000 in student loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Mental health and leadership training
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
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Position Summary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an evidenced‑based practice that offers treatment, rehabilitation, and community integration services to individuals diagnosed with serious mental illness. ACT uses a person‑centered, recovery‑based team approach to care and entails flexible service delivery and crisis availability.
The ACT Clinical Manager will provide leadership and supervision to the clinical staff. The Clinical Manager will coordinate clinical services and monitor staff to ensure value‑based care and services meet the standards of state, federal, and grantor regulations.
Duties And Responsibilities
Provide oversight and monitor the daily clinical operation of the ACT team
Evaluate the status of clients and plan appropriate interventions to address changing needs
Demonstrate strong organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills
Regularly evaluate individual and overall team performance; use data to improve caseload management, staffing, and quality of care
Ensure staff and program goals comply with regulations and guidelines from the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health, Department of Health, Medicaid, and other applicable laws and professional standards
Manage and review treatment plans and clinical interventions
Supervise and countersign team clinical documents using the electronic medical record
Audit client records to ensure compliance with quality standards
Monitor treatment plans, progress notes, medications, education and management, discharge summaries, and aftercare plans
Initiate and maintain relationships with internal and external agencies for referrals and regulatory authorities
Maintain HIPAA compliance
Adapt to changing priorities with versatility and flexibility
Demonstrate the ability to handle emergencies effectively
Qualifications
Master’s Degree or PhD in Behavioral Health or Social Services sciences
Unrestricted/active LICSW or LPC license in the District of Columbia
1–3 years of experience providing services to ethnically diverse adults
Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds. Bilingual skills are a plus.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K Retirement and Life Insurance
Hybrid work schedule
2 weeks accrued PTO
2 weeks accrued Sick Leave
8 paid company holidays
Loan Repayment — Eligible employees can receive up to $50,000 in student loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Mental health and leadership training
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
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