Mental Health

Classification: Program Supervisor (PS-2)

Position Status: Regular Full-Time

Department: Health Services Department

Section: Mental Health Program

**Reporting Relationship**

The Mental Health & Addictions Supervisor reports directly to the Health Services Department Manager.

**Position Summary**

The Mental Health & Addictions Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management, supervision and support of the clinical services and program staff of the Mental Health & Addictions Sector of the Health Services Department in accordance with the Mental Health (& Addictions) Policy and Procedures.

The Mental Health & Addictions Supervisor shall implement a culturally relevant case management system within a framework of person-centred and trauma-informed care for all clients utilizing the Mental Health & Addictions Sector Services.

The Mental Health & Addictions Supervisor shall work directly with the Health Services Department Manager providing support and advice to ensure services are responsive to the needs of the community.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**

**Program Coordination**
- Oversee and coordinate the Mental Health & Addictions program and services
- Incorporate and promote Anishnabek cultural values, beliefs and practices and Anishinabemowin into program delivery and include in management and administration of program
- Coordinate and monitor visiting clinicians and specialized services
- Work directly with the Health Services Department Manager in monitoring and assessing the Wellness Recovery Program (Methadone, Suboxone and Sublacade)
- Develop annual work plans for the Mental Health & Addictions program in consultation with program staff
- Ensure that clinical assessments are completed, and plans are developed to support clients within a framework of person-centered and trauma-informed care
- Ensure that there is a list of specialized services and treatment programs available to clients.
- Design and Implement aftercare supports for clients in collaboration with the Systems Navigator/Peer Support & Outreach Coordinator and Health Services Department Manager
- Facilitate and lead regular client intake meetings
- Review client files by following
a PSS chart audit requirements every three (3) months
- Develop, implement and maintain crisis service protocols and assist in the development of policies and procedures relevant to M’Chigeeng First Nation and the Mental Health & Addictions Program
- Support the coordination and planning of public education information sessions, workshops and meetings in relation to Mental Health & Addictions team
- Monitor program effectiveness of the Mental Health & Addictions Services and Programs and making recommendations for service improvements

**Supervision & Administration**
- Develop and implement annual workplans including required training & professional development for all staff
- Manage and supervise all staff of the Health & Addictions Program
- Facilitate regular program staff meetings
- Ensure program staff adhere to client documentation policies and procedures, including practicing strict confidentiality always
- Ensure the Mental Health Staff do not exceed the maximum caseload
- Assist in the recruitment and orientation of program staff; including creating new positions as required
- Reviews and approves program staff timesheets, overtime, etc., approves and monitors annual leaves, etc.
- Conduct annual employee performance appraisals for Mental Health & Addictions Program staff according to the M’Chigeeng First Nation Personnel Policy
- Deal with staff issues or concerns and provide disciplinary procedures for staff in consultation with the Health Services Department Manager
- Provide scheduled, informal and emergency opportunities for debriefing sessions and case consultation
- Prepare and monitor consultant contracts required for additional program delivery

**Reports & Budgets**
- Manage and monitor annual program budgets, in consultation with the Health Services Department Manager
- Prepare funding proposals based on needs of clients and community
- Conduct research and reviews of different models of therapy to support staff in services to clients
- Prepare and present quarterly reports to the Health Services Department Manager, Enaagdenjged and/or Chief & Council, as requested

**Planning & Development**
- Coordinate strategic planning activities for short & long-term program goals
- Quarterly reviews all program staff annual work plans
- Conducts annual Mental Health Policy & Procedure reviews
- Assist in revising and updating Mental Health Policy and Procedure manual with a contracted consultant

**Communications**
- Consult with Health Services Department Manager on Mental Health & Addictions Services programming
- Attend meetings internally in relation to mental health & addictions programs and services.
- Monitor participation of staff in internal and external committees and reporting to be presented to staff for review an