What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Director Behavioral Health position at Western Michigan University Unified Clinics?
Oversees a comprehensive full-service behavioral health clinic, integrating clinical oversight with robust business operations leadership.
- Leads and supervises clinical staff, including hiring, performance evaluation, training and professional development.
- Provides strategic leadership for clinical and business operations, and serves as a liaison between clinic, patients, families, community partners and other University leadership.
- Develops, implements and monitors business strategies to create clinic growth, operational efficiencies and financial stability.
- Coordinates the clinical budget with other responsible team members.
- Coordinates and optimizes billing, coding, and insurance verification to maximize clinic revenue and compliance.
- Ensures compliance with all regulatory, accreditation and legal requirements, maintaining policies and procedures for clinical operations.
- Collaborates with executive leadership to develop goals, new programs, and pursue funding opportunities.
- Manages relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinates optimization of electronic health records.
- Maintains a clinical caseload, providing evidence-based assessments and treatment with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders.
- ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
- Terminal position ends 12/31/2026 with potential of being extended.
- Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available at: https://wmich.edu/hr/staffcompensation
- Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff
- DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $81,265.00 - $125,965.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you proficient in evidence-based therapeutic approach for behavioral health and substance abuse?
- Do you have licensure as a Master-level Psychologist or Counselor in the State of Michigan?
- Do you have experience with business operations in healthcare?
Education:
- Doctorate (Required)
Experience:
- Clinical Supervision: 3 years (Required)
- Leadership: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $81,265 - $125,965