Vice President of Clinical Support

VICE PRESIDENT OF CLINICAL SUPPORT

Agency Wide

 FULL TIME –EXEMPT

As a CCBHC (Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic), Thrive Behavioral Health provides a comprehensive range of high quality mental health and substance use disorder services that are accessible to all members of our community regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

General Summary:  The Vice President of Clinical Support will oversee the clinical operations and delivery of services at Thrive Behavioral Health. This position is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of care, fostering a positive clinical environment, and leading the clinical team in the development and implementation of best practices. The VP of Clinical Support will work closely with the senior leadership team to align clinical services with organizational goals, policies, and the needs of the community we serve.

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Clinical Leadership & Oversight:
  • Lead and manage the clinical support services teams across Thrive, ensuring effective delivery of care and treatment to clients.
  • Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and protocols that ensure high-quality, evidence-based practices.
  • Provide clinical supervision and guidance to clinical staff, promoting professional development and ensuring adherence to best practices.
  • Oversee clinical assessments, treatment planning, and outcomes measurement to ensure consistency, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Collaboration & Coordination:
  • Collaborate with the Chief Clinical Officer and other senior leaders to develop and execute the organization’s strategic plan.
  • Coordinate with external partners, such as insurance providers, community organizations, and regulatory bodies, to ensure the alignment of services.
  • Lead interdisciplinary teams to create individualized treatment plans and ensure holistic care for clients.
• Program Development & Improvement:
  • Continuously assess the clinical services and recommend enhancements to improve care delivery, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency.
  • Stay informed on the latest clinical research, trends, and regulatory changes in behavioral health and mental health services.
  • Develop and implement clinical training programs to enhance the skills of the clinical team and ensure adherence to compliance standards.

• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure that all clinical operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as accreditation standards.
  • Participate in clinical quality assurance, including audits, performance reviews, and corrective actions.
  • Maintain and monitor documentation and reporting to ensure that clinical records meet all regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Staff Development & Retention:
  • Foster a positive, supportive, and high-performance culture within the clinical support teams.
  • Oversee the recruitment, training, and retention of clinical staff, ensuring alignment with Thrive Behavioral Health’s mission and values.
  • Provide regular performance evaluations, feedback, and mentorship to promote professional growth.
• Data & Reporting:
  • Monitor and evaluate clinical outcomes through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Utilize data to inform clinical decisions and support continuous improvement.
  • Provide reports on clinical performance, trends, and quality assurance activities to the Chief Clinical Officer.

Education, Experience and Competencies:

• Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field required.
• Active clinical license (LCSW, LMHC, PsyD, etc.) and minimum of 8-10 years of experience in clinical practice.
• At least 5 years of senior leadership experience in behavioral health, including clinical supervision and program management.
• Strong understanding of mental health and substance use treatment, evidence-based practices, behavioral healthcare regulations, quality standards, and best practices in clinical care delivery.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop clinical teams in a complex healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

Certifications, Licenses Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance which meets Rhode Island minimum standards required, or the ability to obtain necessary transportation in order to perform the responsibilities/tasks of the job.
• Rhode Island Independent Clinical license preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities in meeting the expectations of the position.

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