Clinical Educator Specialist

Specialized Clinical Educator will support clinical staff in the implementation of curriculum instruction and in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. They will demonstrate a commitment to the Gunderson program and a willingness to remain flexible. The Specialized Clinical Educator will maintain a commitment to professional growth and competency to exhibit positive behavior towards clients, parents, and staff. They will model appropriate social cues and milieu/group participation and facilitate clients to do the same. In addition, they will perform supervisory and technical duties as assigned and be responsive to issues presented in supervision.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

* Oversee implementation of academic work and behavior cueing within the milieu

* Observe behaviors and make necessary interventions in order to maintain the safety of all clients and staff

* Attend weekly staff meetings

* Provide milieu supervision

* Report any client incidents/concerns to Program Director, Clinical Director and/or the Milieu Manager

* Interact with clients and family members in a courteous and professional manner

* On-site skills coaching to dealt with

1. Suicidality

2. Self-injury

3. Emotional Dysregulation

* Group coverage for up to 10 residents

CAREER LADDER

* After 90 days will be eligible for intensive training in DBT/CBT

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY:

* Provide supervision to Junior Counselors

* Bachelors degree; significant experience working with emotionally/ behaviorally disturbed adults preferred

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

* Patiet interface

* Learn DBT/CBT/MBT skills and basic treatment concepts

* Flexibility, excellent interpersonal and communications skills

* The ability to work with multi-disciplinary staff and exhibit positive teamwork

* Continue to learn and apply current treatments

McLean is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.