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- Direct and oversee program operations, including budget management, developing marketing and strategic plans and independent decision making for program requiring clinical expertise.
- Develop, plan and implement program goals, objectives, personnel, resources and equipment.
- Provide direction and oversight to staff members.
- Serve as a member of the facility leadership team.
- Provide clinical consultation, oversight of case planning and care coordination.
- Responsible for a limited caseload as needed.
- Ensure that services are focused on the patients presenting treatment needs and request for service.
- Direct crisis intervention efforts and intervene as required.
- Provide staff management to include hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.
- Review caseloads regularly to ensure appropriate utilization of services.
- Provide onsite coverage for other programs when needed, develop and execute new programs according to market needs and may provide training, case consultation and on call coverage during and after program hours as needed.
- Develop and implement operating policies and procedures for the facility.
- Ensure procedures and workflow are consistent with organizational objectives, treatment protocols, regulations and standards of care.
- Ensure operations conform to established environmental, safety and infection control requirements.
- Provide staff management to including hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
- Master's degree in Behavioral or Mental Health or closely related field required.
- Four or more years' experience working with the population of the facility required.
- Two or more years of previous supervisory experience required.
- Licensed counselor/social worker/psychologist preferred or as required by the state and for the area of clinical expertise.
- Valid driver's license, if required by the facility.
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
Director Clinical Services - Austin, United States - Acadia Healthcare Inc.
Description
OverviewCross Creek Hospital Is a 90-bed acute behavioral health hospital serving adolescents, adults and geriatric patients. Cross Creek will soon be under construction to significantly expand our bed capacity. We are located is Austin, Texas is seeking a full-time Licensed Director of Clinical In-patient Services. The incumbent will ensure quality care to patients by developing, implementing and directing behavioral health treatment programs.
This position requires a Texas license:
LPC, LMSW or LCSW
$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS
Responsibilities
Join our leadership team at the facility as the Director of Clinical Services (DCS), a pivotal role that drives excellence in patient care.
In this influential position, the DCS will guide a team of exceptionally skilled therapists and social workers, playing a vital role in overseeing the delivery of clinical and therapeutic services to our patients.
By tailoring clinical care to address individual needs, the DCS will spearhead the integration of evidence-based therapeutic interventions into treatment plans, aiming to alleviate symptoms and bolster resiliency and coping mechanisms.
As a respected member of our facility's leadership, the DCS will collaborate closely with the Medical Director, Chief Nursing Officer, and CEO to foster innovation and ensure that our clinical care remains highly effective and deeply compassionate.
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