Team Leader - Prevention

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Position Purpose: The Prevention Team Leader is responsible for development and supervision of the delivery of services within the Prevention Program.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies, Health Studies, Education, or other related field, or equivalent experience and training
• Must qualify as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) per Illinois Department of Mental Health Rule 132
• Prior experience in facilitating group activities preferred
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with experience in public speaking preferred
• Competence in using common computer applications such as word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software i.e., Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames prescribed
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Adhere to prescribed work hours set by leadership, and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
2. Promote the de-stigmatization of addiction through educational initiatives and community outreach.
3. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of the Strategic Prevention Framework and Public Health Model of Prevention.
4. Coordinate services with referral sources and other community resources.
5. Provide direct service hours to community, offering support and assistance as needed.
6. Respond to requests for presentations at various civic, school, and community organizations.
7. Ensure that outcome expectations set by funding sources are met through effective program management and reporting.
8. Accurately complete required documentation and reports within prescribed time.
9. Design prevention programs to meet the needs of the community and/or special interest groups.
10. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the disease process of substance use disorders and the core functions of prevention, applying this knowledge effectively to job responsibilities.
11. Use and/or develop evaluation tools to measure outcomes for prevention programs.
12. Professionally represent Rosecrance and the Prevention program at all Rosecrance/work-related functions.
13. Develop and supervise the organization and delivery of clinical services within the Prevention program area.
14. Implement and maintain systems of accountability to monitor department utilization and staff resources.
15. Ensure the delivery of quality service, positive outcomes, and customer satisfaction.
16. Promote the Team concept throughout the program and the organization
17. Maintain professional, personal and emotional balance through continuous self-examination, supervision and feedback.
18. Mentor staff by providing feedback on job performance, professional development and their personal and emotional balance.
19. Ensure implementation of licensure standards for the department.
20. Develop, implement, and monitor departmental action plans as required by grant funding.
21. Monitor and report quarterly, bi-annual, and annual grant updates.
22. Stay abreast of local, state, and national Prevention programs, trends, research, and other relevant information.
23. Works towards accomplishment of goals and objectives articulated by prevention funding proposals.
24. Serve as a member of the Prevention Team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
25. Understand and comply with all of the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
26. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
27. Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
28. Assume other related responsibilities as