Job Description Clinical Director

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1 Employee Enter employee name Effective Date: Enter the effective date Name: Division: Behavioral Health Program: Enter the program name Position Title: Functional Title: of Behavioral Health Services Salary Group: Enter the current salary FLSA Status: Exempt group Employee Type: Enter the employee type Shift: M-F, 8am-5pm, flexed as needed to meet program needs I. Job Purpose Performs highly responsible administrative and supervisory duties in planning, coordinating, educating and directing programmatic clinical services and resources for the behavioral health division. Responsible for coordinating and the development of program goals and objectives, setting of priorities and standards for achievement of program goals. Supervises the supervision of clinical staff holding an advanced degree. Coordinates with the other directors the advancements in the clinical setting and techniques. Works under the direction from the Chief with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. II. Essential Functions A. Supervises directly and or indirectly all clinical staff in the division. Provides leadership and ensures professional accountability and productivity for Behavioral Health Services staff. Performance Standards: 1. Oversees the recruitment and selection of clinical staff in accordance with state and agency personnel procedures. 2. Reviews yearly performance evaluations of clinical staff within the Behavioral Health division. Ensures that clinical staff is credentialed in accordance with agency standards. 3. Review on biannual bases the status of hours towards independent license for clinical staff not fully licensed. 4. Provide Clinical direction to administrative staff and direct care staff on an as needed basis. 5. Support through one on one or group the ongoing training of clinical and administrative staff. Review any complaints of clinical misconduct through a formal review process

2 committee. B. Develops and directs division clinical productivity standards and measures for the Behavioral Health Division. 1. Productivity standards will be developed in conjunction with staff. Standards will be based on budget and services provided. 2. A Periodic report will be provided to the staff to assist in obtaining the goals. 3. Ensure that productivity standards are obtained and maintained throughout the division by clinical staff. C. Prepares long range and other clinical operational plans. 1. Ensure long range and operational plans are developed Ensure that plans and status are monitored 2. Ensure that the plans are within the Vision, Purpose and mission of the Division and the Agency. D. Direct Clinical staff in providing "consumer" centered services. Performance Standard(S): 1. Refine strategies to improve consumer support. Utilize "team building" to improve consumer support. 2. Empower clinical staff to make organizational contributions. E. Functions as an Advisor to Clinical staff and promotes a positive atmosphere within the Behavioral Health division. 1. Refine problem solving techniques to the staff that results in long term solutions to the problem. 2. Respond to concerns and requests for help in a timely manner.

3 3. Assist the Clinical staff in the transition into new markets with differing payer sources. F. Assists Quality Management to ensure compliance with accreditation protocols. Performance Standards: 1. Ensure that Clinical staff is aware of overall status, trends or critical factors in meeting the standards. 2. Ensure that the Clinical staff is in a survey ready mode at all times to avoid any last-minute panic. G. Participate in internal and external committee meetings as deemed necessary: 1. Attend and or facilitate meetings. 2. Ensure that appropriate meetings are conducted, scheduled and reported. Represent the Behavioral Health division at required local, state or national meeting. Be prepared for the meeting and contribute to the goals of the meeting. 3. Build long-term mutually beneficial relationships both inside and outside the organization. H. Participate in contract development and negotiations. 1. Prepare a review of clinical services provided 2. Monitor standards of care and rate of services being provided by the clinical staff with in the Behavioral Health Division. 3. Monitor expenditures of the contract 4. Participate in managed care and network development. I. Participate in national clinical organizations. 1. Review standards for professional organizations

4 2. Become a Diplomat in the Professional organization to promote clinical standards 3. Attend and participate when beneficial at the state and national level to promote the integration and the development of a central Behavioral Health division. J. Other duties as assigned III) Knowledge of Laws, Policies/Procedures, Skills, Education and Abilities a. Texas Laws Related to Mental Health b. Medicaid Rehabilitative Service Rules and Regulations c. Rules of the Texas Department of MHMR d. TXMHMR Community Standards for Behavioral Health Services e. Home and Community based services (HSC) standards f. TXMHMR Certification standards g. TCADA Standards h. TDPRS Standards i. Texas Rehabilitation Commission Standards j. Life Safety Code k. Texas Department of Labor Regulations l. CARF Standards m. JCAHO Standards n. NCQA Standards o. Knowledge of Texas Standards of Service for Addiction Treatment in Adults and Adolescents p. Texas Standards of Residential Treatment q. Texas Regulations concerning PEER support r. Knowledge Concerning HIPAA s. Knowledge and understanding of the Texas Mental Health Code t. Knowledge and skill in Motivational Interviewing u. Knowledge and skills in Evidenced Based Practices

5 IV. Internal & External Customer Service Knowledge of managed care, insurance, client billing and general accounting principles. Knowledge and skill in team development/management, supervision of all levels of staff and staff empowerment. Ability to identify and plan both short and long range goal. Ability to adapt programing to meet the needs of the client and the agency Ability to provide sound fiscal and personnel management Have a strong communication style both verbal and written along with strong interpersonal skills. Ability to understand, monitor and apply accreditation standards and internal procedures Ability to form constructive, mutually beneficial working relationships with other service providers and interested parties within the community Ability to problem solve, work independently and to provide positive leadership to staff, coworkers, and community resources Ability to work under pressure of deadlines and perform effectively Ability to lead and motivate and enhance team performances Knowledge and skill in principles of intervention. High level of advocacy, arbitration, negotiation, conflict resolution skill Ability to provide constructive professional supervision to subordinates Ability to organize and make decisions independently

6 V) Travel 1. Inter-agency, Metroplex and surrounding areas. 2. Additional Requirements a) This position may require temporary or permanent re-assignment to any MHMR Tarrant office, location, or facility as determined by program needs or the Division Director. b) Assigned work hours may change as the needs of the agency change. c) The Functional Title of this position may change as the needs of the agency change. d) All work will be completed within the scheduled work hours. No work is done off the clock. e) Prior approval from supervisor is required for all Planned Time Off (PTO) and Overtime. f) Agency dress code is to be followed at all times. g) Special Courses, Certifications, and Licenses: Master's degree or higher in a behavioral science, with at least 10 years' experience in a hospital of community mental health setting Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience Must be independently licensed to practice in the State of Texas Certification as a Clinical Supervisor is preferred Valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record Hold a current license in good standing in the state of Texas as a LCSW, LPC, or LMFT

7 3. Physical/Mental Requirements and Environmental Conditions Note: Check the physical, mental, and environmental conditions of the essential functions of the job. Physical Requirements Mental Requirements Bending (neck) Speaking/understanding English Bending (waist) Counting Climbing (stairs) Writing Climbing (ladders) Communicating orally Crawling Communicating electronically Dual, simultaneous, and simple grasping Performing calculations Handling objects Reasoning and analyzing Kneeling Reading and comprehending Operating mechanical equipment Accepting constructive criticism Operating motor equipment Maintaining regular attendance Operating office equipment Pushing Work Site & Environmental Conditions Pulling straight and hand-over-hand Note: This job may have potential occupational exposure to blood Reaching (above/below shoulders) or other potentially infectious materials. Sitting Contact with water/liquids Squatting Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, or chemicals Standing Exposure to excessive noises Stooping Exposure to variations in temperature (dampness, humidity, cold, heat, etc.) Twisting (neck) Exposure to unsanitary environments Twisting (waist) Exposure to high-crime environments Using fine finger movement (manual dexterity) Exposure to potentially hostile environments Walking Exposure to radiant/electrical energy Exposure to silica, asbestos Must be able to carry/lift loads of: Indoor environments up to 15 Ibs Carry Lift Outdoor environments 15 to 44 lbs Carry Lift Slippery/uneven walking surfaces 45 to 75 lbs Carry Lift Travel by motor vehicle Travel by plane Ability to see (with visual aid) Working alone Ability to see (without visual aid) Ability to perceive depth Click here to enter text. Ability to hear (with hearing aid) Click here to enter text. Ability to hear (without hearing aid) Click here to enter text. Ability to identify colors Click here to enter text. Template Revision Date: 6/2015 Page 7 of 8

8 4. Supervisory Relations & Responsibilities a. Supervisors: Chief of Behavioral Health b. Supervises: 5. Specialized Program Expectations a. Addendum required for Specialized Expectation YES NO b. Addendum attached YES NO 6. Signatures a. I have reviewed this job description, it has been discussed with me, and I understand the performance expected of me. The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned this job. This information is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Employee Name: Employee Signature: Staff ID: Enter Staff ID Date: Supervisor Name: Enter supervisor name Supervisor Signature: Staff ID: Enter Staff ID Date Template revision 6/2015 : Page 8 of 8