Clinical Leadership:

• Provide visionary leadership to the clinical team and DSPs, utilizing best practices, Trauma Informed Care, and focus on positive therapeutic outcomes for children and their families.
• Foster a culture of compassion, empathy, and innovation in the development and implementation of therapeutic programs.
• Enable comprehensive training programs to ensure competencies for all team members.
• Facilitate efficient operation to meet Pride's strategic plan.

Collaborative Care Approach:

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with other PRTF professionals, healthcare providers, and community organizations to create a comprehensive care network for children and their families.
• Promote a multidisciplinary approach to treatment that addresses the diverse needs of each child.
• Coordinate referrals for admission with the Admission and Discharge Committee to ensure a smooth transition to and from services and to divert unnecessary out-of-state referrals.

Program Development:

• Oversee the design and enhancement of therapeutic programs that cater to the unique developmental and emotional needs of children.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in treatment and integrate innovative practices into Manchester House's programs.
• Ensure on-going licensure and accreditation though ND's Department of HHS, the Council on Accreditation and federal Medical Assistance.
• Safeguard financial Accountability; ensure expenditures are allowable within established limits; monitor financials on an ongoing basis.
• Enhance professional development by reading, attending job related workshops, trainings, and classes
• Plan, organize and attend in-service training programs
• Review hiring, termination, job coaching, etc.
• Routinely update policies and procedures manual

Family Engagement:

• Prioritize and facilitate open communication with families, involving them in the treatment process and providing the necessary support and education to strengthen familial bonds.

Advocacy and Awareness:

• Serve as an advocate for children's mental health at local levels.
• Raise awareness about the work that Pride Manchester House conducts for children with high behavioral needs.
• Serve as community and agency liaison between Manchester House, Pride, Inc., the Bismarck-Mandan community, and the state of North Dakota; maintaining open lines of communication with other departments, providers, and agencies. This would include organizational collaboration through the follow:
  • Pride, Inc. Management
  • Pride's Risk Management
  • Manchester's Management and Supervision
  • Clinical, Admission and Discharges, All Staff Meetings
  • COA, QPI, and Outcomes Meetings
  • PRTF Coalition
  • Department of Human Services and Medical Assistance programs

Quality Improvement:

• Implement and oversee continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of Manchester House's programs and services.
• Monitor outcomes, evaluate program efficacy, and make data-driven decisions to improve overall treatment outcomes.
• Direct supervision of clinical and DSP's, complete annual performance reviews.
• Ensure the building and grounds are in good maintenance
• compliance with Department of Labor practices
• Oversee on-call programming