What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Director position at Star Spectrum ABA Therapy?
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Clinical Director to lead our behavioral health and mental health services. This pivotal role involves overseeing clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, and fostering a collaborative environment for clinical staff. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for improving lives through evidence-based practices, demonstrate exceptional leadership skills, and have extensive experience working with diverse populations, including children, individuals with developmental disabilities, and those requiring crisis intervention. As Clinical Director, you will play a vital role in maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and advancing clinical research initiatives to enhance service delivery.
Duties
- Lead and supervise clinical teams providing individual, group, and family counseling across behavioral health, mental health, and pediatric settings.
- Develop, implement, and monitor clinical protocols aligned with best practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), applied behavior analysis (ABA), and behavioral management strategies.
- Oversee intake assessments, diagnostic evaluations using ICD-10/ICD-9 coding systems, and treatment planning to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Manage medical documentation, patient records, and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Coordinate crisis intervention efforts and crisis management protocols to support patients experiencing acute mental health or behavioral crises.
- Facilitate clinical research projects related to mental health disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), PTSD care, and other behavioral health topics.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including social workers, special education professionals, and medical staff to optimize case management and service delivery.
- Ensure all clinical activities adhere to legal standards such as CPT coding for billing purposes and proper documentation of medical terminology.
Requirements
- Proven experience in behavioral health or mental health counseling with a focus on pediatrics, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or disabilities.
- Extensive knowledge of evidence-based therapies including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), applied behavior analysis (ABA), and behavior management techniques.
- Strong background in crisis intervention, crisis management, and working with individuals experiencing trauma or PTSD.
- Familiarity with medical records systems, ICD-10/ICD-9 coding systems, HIPAA compliance, and medical documentation standards.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing clinical teams in hospital or outpatient settings.
- Ability to conduct diagnostic evaluations and patient assessments effectively while utilizing medical terminology accurately.
- Excellent communication skills for working with children, families, healthcare providers, educators, and community partners.
- Knowledge of special education practices and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder is highly desirable.
- Certification in behavioral health modalities such as CPT coding or other relevant credentials is preferred but not required. Join us as our Clinical Director to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing complex behavioral health challenges! Your leadership will inspire teams to deliver compassionate care rooted in evidence-based practices while advancing innovative research initiatives that shape the future of mental health services.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000