What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Director - Intensive Outpatient Program position at Twin Branch Wellness & Recovery?
POSITION:
Clinical Director - Intensive Outpatient Program
SUPERVISED BY:
CEO/CFO/ADMINISTRATOR
POSITION/INDIVIDUALS SUPERVISED:
Group Facilitators
INTERRELATIONSHIPS:
Maintains open communication lines with clinical and administrative staff.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for Intensive Outpatient Program, providing effective leadership to the clinical staff, provides programming support for the program, and directs all activities within the program in accordance with standards of State and Federal regulations. The Clinical Director is responsible for all clinical care of the patients, documentation, review signature when required, therapeutic services such as obtaining a case load, program director role (if applicable), quality assurance and improvement and assisting the leadership team with various tasks.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
1. EDUCATION:
Must hold an active unrestricted license or certification as a Virginia Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), or a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP)
Or, a Mental Health Professional licensed by the Department of Health Professions
2. EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 2 years management setting familiarity, with continuous Quality Improvement, Joint Commission standards, and Virginia State behavioral health guidelines. Commission skills to relate to all levels of management staff.
3. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Licensed to practice clinical discipline in the appropriate state, as applicable, required.
CPR Certification required.
4. KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING
REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE:
Knowledge of Joint Commission and State standards.
Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of the discipline.
Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication & Written skills.
Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Client Confidentiality laws.
Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.
Knowledge of Workplace Violence.
Experience with Crisis/Risk Management.
Advanced knowledge of assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, discharge planning and excellent documentation skills.
Advanced knowledge of ASAM Criteria
Understanding of medical necessity as it pertains to client authorizations and appropriate levels of care
Advanced assessment, treatment planning, discharge planning and documentation skills.
SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION
1. Adheres to the facility’s philosophy.
2. Maintains an effective clinical organizational structure and delegates appropriate authority for completion of assigned responsibilities.
3. Functions as facilitator for Intensive Outpatient Program.
4. Implements plans for performance improvement.
5. Evaluates quality of program on an ongoing basis.
6. Develops cost-effective methods to provide service.
7. Provides for staff development (i.e. supervision, educational, etc.)
8. Facilitates communication with ancillary services.
9. Recruits and interviews new employees.
10. Attends clinical and administrative meetings to share information inter-departmentally.
11. Meets with clinical staff weekly.
12. Supervises students completing a field placement
13. Builds positive relationships with staff and physicians.
14. Works collaboratively with the Executive Director.
15. Demonstrates knowledge of administrative and clinical policies and procedures, and the ability to communicate these clearly and accurately to staff.
16. Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures; ability to communicate these procedures clearly and accurately.
17. Displays ability to direct and supervise Program activities.
18. Oversees the admission and/or patient intake process.
19. Maintains an effective and efficient daily staffing pattern within budgetary constraints.
20. Ensures clinical staff meets educational/licensure requirements.
21. Evaluates clinical staff based on specified performance standards, on a timely basis.
22. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to changes in the work environment.
23. Follows Infection Control guidelines at all times.
24. Has to have responsibility for management of infection prevention and control activities.
24. Provides a safe and therapeutic environment to all staff and Clients.
25. Assists in formulating standards for Client care.
26. Performs other tasks, as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $70,000