The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed 
below: 
• In conjunction with, and under the direction of, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), CBHC Medical Director, and/or Supervising Psychiatrist, directs and supervises the work of the CCS medical teams including registered nurses and licensed practical nurses.
• Meets with each client at the CCS to conduct an initial evaluation within one day of admission to the CCS, seven days per week; participates as a member of the client’s multidisciplinary team during the course of the admission, including provision of psychiatric and pharmacological assessment and treatment, as trained/licensed and under the supervision of the Medical Director and/or Supervising Psychiatrist.
• Provides medication and medical services, monitors each client’s clinical status in response to treatment and side effects, educates clients regarding psychotropic medications, and provides leadership in conjunction with the Program Directors, Clinical Supervisors/Directors, and other management staff within the CBHC/Outpatient Programs in the clinical supervision of staff in service delivery. 
• Promotes use of evidence-based practices by medical staff and ensure medical services meet regulatory agencies and accrediting organizations standards.
• Conducts comprehensive assessments including mental health and substance use history, course of illness, response to treatment, mental status examination, and current DSM or ICD diagnoses. 
• Provides on-site crisis assessment and management of clients during regular work hours, both on- site and over the phone, during other hours, including Urgent and Same-day access appointments. Assists in disposition determination for MCI – 24/7/365 as part of on-call rotation.
• Be available for 24/7 on-call prescribing related and crisis coverage for clients as scheduled. 
• Provides consultation as part of treatment planning, and training to staff and clients regarding changes in health status, health promotion and maintenance. Participates in Risk Review Meetings and Adverse Event Reviews, as needed. 
• Identifies, develops, and enhances relationships with community health care providers to promote access resources for clients. 
• Submits written reports and presents oral testimony and/or opinion(s) in commitment and other legal proceedings and in a wide range of treatment, rehabilitative and support services matters (e.g., Social Security applications, prior authorization of medication, etc.). 
• Coordinates medical treatments with client’s primary care providers and other specialists, including addiction treatment providers as applicable. 
• Provides clinical consultation and expertise to staff including those specific to MCI disposition; CCS admission, discharge, assessment, treatment, and disposition; and participates in and/or facilitates team and discharge planning meetings, clinical and grand rounds.
• Attends case conferences and internal and external clinical and divisional related meetings, as necessary. 
• Maintains continuing medical education credits and other requirements for state licensure and board certification. 
• Engages in prescribing practices based on current accepted standards of care (such as the treatment guidelines provided by the American Psychiatric Association) and clinical judgment. 
• Leads the teams through example to create an environment of inclusivity, learning, cultural and linguistic humility, and best practices. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge and Skills:
• Ability to function as a medical leader in a matrixed system of care. 
• Experience working with youth and families, and adults, using evidenced based practices in a short-term therapeutic milieu setting. 
• Familiar with MassHealth and managed care practices. 
• Experience in the provision or oversight of prescribing of medication for youth and adults with co-occurring MH and SUD concerns. 
• Ability to mentor and coach staff at all levels 
• Demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues. 
• Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, community, and other resources 
• Utilizes evidence based best practices. 
• Promotes empowerment and self-advocacy techniques. 
• Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices 
• Knowledge of trauma informed care and approaches 
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques 
• Knowledge of documentation requirements 
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity.  
• Knowledge of Code of Ethics 

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers.

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Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Typical Requirements:
• Experience with services to children or youth with emotional dysregulation, mental health, substance use and co-occurring disorders. 
• Demonstrated experience in a related clinical setting, including in management/administrative role. 
• Experience serving adults with SUD and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Current Federal DEA and State Controlled Substances Certificates are required. 
 
Preferred /Required Education:
Master’s degree in nursing required. 
 
Physical Effort:
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques. Ability to operate a computer and other 
office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of 
the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, 
hear and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by 
this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability 
to adjust focus. 
 
Required Certifications:
CPR is required within two weeks of hire. 
Required Credentials/Licenses:
RN and APRN licensure in state of practice required.