Position: Associate Clinical Director, Violence Intervention Advocacy

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal - to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you'll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The VIAP Associate Clinical Director, will work collaboratively with the VP of Hospital Mission and the VIAP Clinical Director and has the primary responsibility of supporting 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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Program Implementation and Infrastructure

• Develop, implement and manage projects and/or initiatives for the Violence Intervention Advocacy Program. Supervise the VIAP Mentees and Mentors in the VIAP Mentoring Program
• Work to develop and implement the new VIAP Mentoring Program including curriculum development and handbook. Create and manage VIAP Mentoring Program budget, documentation, and reports
• Support Clinical Director to ensure VIAP operates in compliance with all contractual requirements, standards of care, and that infrastructure is in place to ensure sound operational management
• Support all VIAP 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 materials
• Evaluate projects or initiatives to determine effectiveness and recommend changes/improvements. Partner with Clinical Director to develop long and short range strategic planning for VIAP

2. Clinical

• Supports with overseeing the implementation of all clinical client services, to ensure appropriate and quality service delivery. Develops and provides In Service trainings to staff on Trauma Informed Care and VIAP client population
• Seeks 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 opportunities
• Chairs weekly multidisciplinary clinical meeting to discuss on-going cases; intervenes in unusual clinical situations and instructs staff how to proceed
• Provides clinical assessments, including intake, assessment, treatment, transfer, and discharge of patients. Works with existing internal and external partners to ensure seamless delivery of services for high need clients

3. Personnel Management

• Ensures culturally appropriate support and supervision to VIAP Team
• Provides training and clinical weekly supervision to assigned staff
• Oversees delivery of all services provided by VIAP and assures that all protocols are followed accordingly
• Designs job descriptions, quarterly expectations, performance measures and work development plans for all staff

4. Public Relations and Partnerships

• Co-chairs initiative for Boston City Wide Hospital Initiative, maintaining and enhancing partnerships with Children's Hospital, Brigham & Women's, Beth Israel, Mass General, Tufts, and Carney
• Acts as liaison to and participates in weekly meeting with the District Attorney's office and other community partners
• Serves as liaison to the Boston Police Department, including Homicide Unit and Homicide Resource Officers
• Acts as point person for all Boston Public Health Commission initiates and partnerships with VIAP. Oversees cultivation of new partnerships, including academic institutions for internship placements at VIAP
• Serves as liaison for VIAP and provides leadership for the Health Alliance for Violence Intervention. Raises the visibility of VIAP through branding, presence in the community, and marketing

5. Administration

• Maintains and continuously evaluates VIAP data management system; ensures timely and accurate data collection
• Works directly with VIAP Data and Research Team to evaluate data to determine status of program activities
• Writes quarterly progress reports and annual progress reports for submission to the external funding agency/sponsors

The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Masters' degree preferred- MSW, MBA, or MPH

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• State of MA valid driver's license required

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in an urban area with diverse populations and vulnerable clients.
• Minimum 3 years program and staff management skills and experience

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to work with persons of varying social, cultural and economic backgrounds
• Proficient with standard Microsoft programs (i.e. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers.
• Ability to communicate effectively in formal and oral presentations

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

VIAP seeks to empower clients and families and facilitate recovery by providing services and opportunities. VIAP presents options for families that bring hope and healing to their lives. In turn, this guidance helps strengthen others who are affected by violence and contributes to building safer and healthier communities. VIAP has developed a strong foundation of services and community partnerships to help members of our community navigate and overcome the challenges presented on the road to healing.

is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail toor call617-638-8582to let us know the nature of your request.

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