Clinical Director - Mental Health / OCD Program
Employment Type : Full-Time
Renewal Health Group is currently looking for a Clinical Director for a Mental Health Residential Facility located in the Sherman Oaks area! We are looking for someone that specializes or has a strong background in OCD treatment.
Job Duties: (including but not limited to)
- Responsible for the oversight, supervision and quality assurance of all clinical services including both record keeping and direct services;
- In conjunction with the Program Director ensure adherence to the required HIPPA and documentation requirements as identified by county, state and federal regulatory agencies;
- Support the CEO in program development.
- Ensure clinical services are in compliance with county, state and federal regulatory agencies;
- Provide and/or coordinate clinical trainings for all clinical and program staff on clinical topics relevant to client services provided by The Company;
- Provide appropriate medical direction and overall supervision of the medical aspects of the service program and shall ensure that those duties and responsibilities are not relinquished before a new or temporary replacement is functioning in that capacity.
- Develop and maintain liaisons between the service, other physicians, physician designees, hospitals, and the medical community served by the service program.
- Recruit, train and evaluate MFT and MSW students from various graduate schools on an annual basis;
- Act as a liaison for graduate schools' intern placement programs;
- Responsible for the provision of clinical supervision for all unlicensed and non-independently licensed clinical staff in compliance with the standards of county, state and federal regulatory agencies;
- Provide and/or coordinate clinical trainings for all clinical and program staff on clinical topics relevant to client services provided by The Company;
- Review treatment plans, case notes and written correspondence in order to verify that such documents meet county, state and federal agency standards;
- In collaboration with the Director of Operations oversee the audit of the clinical charts to insure adherence to county, state and federal statutes;
- Develop, implement and evaluate clinical operations;
- Collaborate with Director of Operations and management staff in development of policies and procedures relating to The Company;
- Facilitate team Case Conference on a weekly basis to ensure coordinated implementation of treatment plans and service utilization such that the comprehensive care of clients reflects the philosophy of objectives of The Company;
- Participate on the Process and Quality Improvement Committee;
- Act a liaison with other community providers and agencies serving clients as needed;
- Evaluate all Clinical staff annually;
- Participate in management team meetings and attend Board of Directors meetings when requested by the CEO
- Assist and work with the CEO & CFO regarding strategic and long-range planning as needed
- Be available for individual evaluation and consultation to service program personnel;
- Review the patient care provided by service program personnel and remedying any deficiencies or potential deficiencies that may be identified regarding medical knowledge or skill performance.
- Assess the continuing education needs of the service and individual service program personnel and assisting them in obtaining the appropriate continuing education programs.
- Current course completions/certifications/endorsements as may be required by the state or federal.
- Organize and coordinate physician services and services provided by other professionals as they relate to patient care.
- Organize, coordinate and monitor the activities of the clinical staff and ensures that the quality and appropriateness of services meets community standards.
- Make summary decisions when admissions, orders, and/or transfers are considered inappropriate.
- Ensure smooth collaboration and communication with outside physicians and health professionals.
- Serve as a liaison to the medical/professional staff to ensure matters of clinical importance are conveyed to the Program Director and governing body.
- Submit reports to governing body and Director of Operations that outlines clinical affairs including unusual occurrences.
- Ensures treatment planning is clinically appropriate and comprehensive.
- Develops and implements a peer review system that monitors professional practice.
- Team with Director of Operations to ensure Clinical Quality Assurance for all treatment programs.
- Work to ensure staff is aware and compliant with new federal healthcare regulations and requirements.
- Ensures ongoing program excellence for all treatment programs.
- Any and all other duties as assigned.
Education and Work Experience:
- Masters or Doctorate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field;
- Minimum 1 years' experience in the provision of clinical mental health direct services, and including experience providing clinical supervision and managing the administrative aspects of an upper level management role
- Minimum of 2 years working in a mental health residential or outpatient mental health treatment center.
- Experience treating OCD clients.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Able to maintain a professional manner with clients, staff, clients and visitors.
- Must provide evidence of continuing professional development/experience associated with current trends and principles in trauma treatment and trauma informed care, harm reduction, and principles of strengths based eating disorder and mental health recovery.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel).
- Strong attention to detail, well organized and a commitment to treating others with respect.
- Able to think outside the box and develop therapeutic approaches when crises arise
- Demonstrate professionalism, and strong boundaries with the clients
- Willing to work to support the overall mission of the organization.
- Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing, multi-task, crisis oriented environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of the team to ensure that the highest quality and most relevant aspects of the job are services are provided to clients.
- Conduct relationships in such a way as to promote mutual respect, public respect, and improvement of services.
- Ability to adhere to strict standards of confidentiality.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Current independent licensure in the State of California approved by the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record and personal automobile insurance.
Hiring Requirements:
- Hiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.
- For the mental health and eating disorder programs additional requirements include receiving DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance or an exemption and a submission of a signed Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508)
- Please note: Renewal Health Group is subject to the new state vaccine mandate for all healthcare workers. As of September 30th, all employees must be fully vaccinated, or if you qualify for an exemption you will need to test twice a week.