What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Child and Family Services position at SOUTHWESTERN AND AFFILIATES?
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Job Description
Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is currently seeking a full-time Director of Child and Family Services to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position is responsible for directing, supervising, and administering clinical programs serving children and families. The Director will oversee the activities of clinical staff assigned to Child and Family Services, ensuring that services are delivered by qualified professionals, in accordance with best practices and Southwestern's standards of care.
WHY WORK FOR SOUTHWESTERN?
- Affordable Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment!
- 401K Employer Contribution & Match
- Student Loan Assistance Program
- Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
- Generous Paid Time Off plan
- Competitive Total Compensation Program
- Individualized orientation and training program
- We are GROWING!!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Participate with the Executive Staff in providing leadership and strategic vision to the organizations.
- Represents Southwestern in community settings.
- Upholds the Leadership Values of the Leadership Team.
- Serves as an active, contributing member of the Director and Leadership Teams.
- Participates in professional activities at the local and state level.
- Commits to annual professional and skills development opportunities.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversees the provision of clinical services to children/families served by Southwestern.
- Coordinates the care provided in Child/Family services and between services with other Directors.
- Conducts ongoing evaluations of clinical programs and services in relation to quality, effectiveness and efficiency.
- Arranges for clinical staff to receive ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Initiate and support activities aimed at improving the clinical services provided.
- Develops and implements policies and procedures relevant to clinical services.
Job Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's Degree in a Mental Health related field with the highest level of licensure/certification for the degree.
- Minimum of seven years of clinical experience and additional administrative experience.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required.
- Strong problem-solving skills required.
- Must obtain and maintain NAPPI training.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
If you are interested in joining a fun, friendly, innovative team, apply today!
EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled. Visit https://www.southwestern.org/rise/ to find out more about our DE&I initiatives.
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