Director of Child & Adolescent Counselling, Lisboa Lisboa

Director of Child & Adolescent Counselling, Lisboa
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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Director of Child & Adolescent Counselling, Lisboa

Client:

Workplace Options

Location:

Lisboa, Portugal

Job Category:

Other

-$0-0/monthly

EU work permit required:

Yes

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4

Posted:

11. 02. 2025

Expiry Date:

28. 03. 2025

Job Description:

Who we are:

Founded in 1982, WPO is the largest independent provider of holistic wellbeing solutions. Through our customized programs, and comprehensive global network of credentialed providers and professionals, we support individuals to become healthier, happier and more productive both personally and professionally. Trusted by 51% of Fortune 500 companies, we deliver high quality care digitally and
- person to over 75 million individuals across 116, 000 organizations in more than 200 countries and territories. At WPO, you will be joining a team that is committed to improving employee wellbeing around the world.

Current Opportunity: Director of Child & Adolescent Counselling

Contract: 1 year maternity cover contract

Location: Portugal.

Onsite/Hybrid/Remote: Hybrid or remote depending on your proximity to our Lisbon office.

Requirement: Must have a Ph
D or Psy
D in clinical psychology, psychology or related subject.

What you will do:

• Manage and provide clinical oversight and functional supervision for counsellors assigned to the designated team.
• Report directly to the Chief Clinical Officer.
• Monitor, report, and ensure quality assurance activities.
• Identify and observe any gaps within the program and provide solutions for enhancement.
• Support with transitioning clinical team members to the Pediatric Care Team.
• Develop and implement training and support operational documentation.
• Identify training needs to foster a high level of performance.
• Conduct call audits.
• Proactively manage performance issues.
• Provide coordination of care for
  - risk and complex cases.
• Coach and consult on clinical interventions, case management, and integration of the Care Coach.
• Provide case consultations as needed.
• Oversee ongoing quality management activities and integrate quality improvement into daily program operations.
• Establish key performance indicators in alignment with department and company key objectives.
• Work closely with the Dedicated Account Manager, monitoring and managing SLAs.
• Ensure clinical practice is in accordance with local rules and regulations and maintain the highest ethical and professional standards.
• Liaise with local directors regarding
  - specific regulations.
• Develop clearly defined strategies and lead or contribute to assigned global,
  - functional interdisciplinary,
  - priority initiatives and process improvements.
• Attend meetings with internal and external key stakeholders.
• Retain the knowledge and ability to provide crisis intervention techniques and evaluate the progress of individuals and families.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Ph
  D or Psy
  D in clinical psychology, psychology or related subject.
• Fully licensed.
• Three or more years of experience working with children, adolescents and families in a counselling or psychology setting.
• Three or more years of experience working with an international service/organization.
• Proven managerial experience.
• Ability to manage teams with emotional intelligence.
• Ability to build strong relationships across
  - functional teams.
• Strong strategic planning, analytical, and investigative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Training and experience providing clinical supervision.
• Global strategic thinking with experience working with organizations that have a global footprint.
• Strong
  - making and
  - solving skills.
• Awareness and sensitivity to cultural diversity.
• Knowledge of different therapeutic methods/modalities.
• Experience with navigating professional, legal, and ethical regulations in various countries.
• Program management and evaluation experience.

What we offer:

At Workplace Options, we don’t just deliver wellbeing services to our clients, we champion wellbeing for our own employees as well. Examples of our benefits and commitment to employee wellbeing include:

• Life plan
• Health plan
• Work accident insurance
• Meal allowance
• Gym reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional license reimbursement
• Clinical supervision
• 24/7 support for risk calls
• Mentorship programme
• CPD training reimbursement
• Access to professional monthly clinical development webinars & professional development workshops
• EAP benefits
• Employee exchange programme

At Workplace Options, we are committed to and are accountable for building a workplace where individuals feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work, free from judgment or fear of discrimination. We understand that having a diverse organization is only the beginning and it will require nurturing and care to thrive. We will continue to take action to ensure we achieve equitable and measurable outcomes.

For further details about WPO please check out our website www.workplaceoptions.com and these short videos give a great overview of what we do Human-Powered Care and The WPO Global Experience.

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