Clinical Director - Violence Intervention Advocacy Program
Department : Violence Intervention Advocacy Program
Schedule : Full Time
The VIAP Clinical Director will work collaboratively with the VP of Mission and the VIAP Program Manager and has the primary responsibility of managing all aspects of program administration and operation, including financial and grants management, strategic planning, personnel management, data reporting, public relations and liaison with community resources and the public. Duties include managing data, maintaining budgets, preparing grants proposals; functioning as a key liaison with public and private funding sources, regulatory agencies and relevant hospital programs. The Clinical Director also ensures the program’s participation in national organizations for hospital violence intervention to elevate VIAP’s work and support professional growth, development, and mentorship opportunities for staff.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE :
- Master’s degree in Social Work or related field
- Minimum of 5 years clinical experience working in an urban area with diverse populations and vulnerable clients
- Minimum 3 years of program administration and staff management experience
- Expertise in securing city and state grant funding which includes writing and managing grants
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
Possess and maintain a current, valid Massachusetts driver’s license and successfully complete a motor vehicle driving records checkLicensed as a clinical social worker (strongly preferred)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Ability to work with persons of varying social, cultural and economic backgroundsAbility to communicate effectively in formal and oral presentationsESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES
1. Program Implementation and InfrastructureDevelops, implements and manages projects and / or initiatives for the Violence Intervention Advocacy Program
Oversees and supports the development and implementation of systems activities to ensure effective operations and compliance with established standards and / or contracted goals & objectivesEnsures VIAP operates in compliance with all contractual requirements, standards of care, and that infrastructure is in place to ensure sound fiscal and operational managementWorks in tandem with the Development office to secure funds, donations and grants to facilitate donor cultivation and stewardship in order to meet the budgetary requirements of the programOversees all grant related activities which may include : database management, reporting, grant writing; monitoring of funded programs or agencies to ensure compliance; report preparation and writing; and assisting with developing and distributing communications, brochures and educational materialsEvaluates projects or initiatives to determine effectiveness and recommends changes / improvements based on findingsWorks to develop long and short range strategic planning for VIAPUses data to determine status of program activities, develops procedures to address program challenges and oversees the implementation of new procedures2. ClinicalOversees the implementation of all clinical client services, to ensure appropriate and quality service delivery
Develops and provides In Service trainings to medical staff on Trauma Informed Care and VIAP client populationServes as a leader, team builder, and problem solver and collaborates with all BMC providers of trauma informed careDevelops Emergency Medicine VIAP elective rotation requirements, provides supervision, and completes rotation evaluationWorks with existing partners to ensure seamless delivery of services for high need clientsSeeks out additional partnerships to ensure program can connect clients to a range of services including but not limited to; mental health and substance abuse treatment, housing, education and life skills training and employment opportunitiesChairs weekly clinical meeting to discuss on-going cases; intervenes in unusual clinical situations and instructs staff how to proceedUtilizes hospital’s cultural beliefs as the basis for decision making and to support the hospital’s mission and goalsAssures that all staff conforms to hospital standards of performance and conduct, including those pertaining to patient rights, to ensure that exceptional patient care may be providedOversees the VIAP Program Manager and provides support to manage personnel issues and frontline teamEnsures culturally appropriate continuum of services for clientsChampions staff professional development, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the VIAP teamOversees delivery of all services provided by VIAP and assures that all protocols are followed accordinglyDesigns job descriptions, quarterly expectations, performance measures and work development plans for all staffConforms to hospital standards of performance and conduct, including those pertaining to patient rights, so that the best possible customer service and patient care may be providedFosters staff wellness in the context of vicarious trauma by developing and implementing resources, activities, and protocols that support self-care, resilience, and overall well-being4. Public RelationsResponsible for Boston City Wide Hospital Initiative, and reporting to Mayor’s office
Cultivates and maintains strong partnerships with community-based organizations and institutional partners to strengthen an ecosystem of care, ensuring seamless referrals, consultation, and collaborationRepresents VIAP and provides leadership in the Health Alliance for Violence Intervention (HAVI)Supports and encourages VIAP staff participation at the national level through the Hospital Alliance for Violence Intervention, enabling opportunities for team members to engage in various work groups and contribute to national effortsRaises the visibility of VIAP through branding, presence in the community, and marketingAttends community and national events in an effort to build and maintain positive relationships5. AdministrationCollaborates with the Data and Research Manager to develop and implements a data management system; ensures timely and accurate data collection
Works directly with statisticians to evaluate data to assess program progress and effectivenessCoordinates with departmental and hospital leadership to address programmatic needs and advance the shared mission of quality patient careWrites the quarterly progress reports and annual progress reports for submission to the external funding agency / sponsorsEnsure such reports are prepared and submitted for all federal, state, city, or private agenciesFollows established hospital infection control and safety proceduresMust adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.
Note : This description contains only essential responsibilities and required qualifications as of the date of posting; all other duties are subject to change.
LEGAL NOTICE AND EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans
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