Clinical Director

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Clinical Director is responsible for overseeing and directing all clinical operations for all programs at Thrive Treatment. The Clinical Director provides leadership in conceptualization, development, implementation, management, measurement, cost management, and quality management initiatives of therapeutic clinical services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to all components of the above position summary, the following “Essential Duties and Responsibilities” are essential to successful performance in this position:

• Ensures that all facilities comply with Thrive Treatment’s policy and procedures as well as all regulatory and licensing requirements.
• Ensure quality programs by leading quality teams and initiatives; supervising and performing quality control audits to ensure all clinical and program documentation is accurate, complete, filed, audited, and submitted as required and in compliance with quality standards and contract requirements, including risk assessments, ASAM, treatment plans, and daily notes.
• Provides training and supervision to the clinical leadership teams as well as the clinical services teams for delivering quality services in accordance with applicable regulations, Thrive Treatment’s standards, contract requirements, and curricula guidelines.
• Provide leadership and direction to clinical services to include residential and outpatient services, sober living, and overnight clinical crisis.
• Works closely with the Leadership Team to develop policies, procedures, protocols, strategies, and action plans to address problems/concerns, goals, and objectives.
• Develop relationships with key government officials, community leaders, Leadership Team, and the Board of Directors.
• Coordinates the Joint Commission, DHCS, and other accreditation and licensure applications, renewals, and initiatives.
• Provide strategic leadership to gain commitment and mobilize others to achieve organizational goals.
• Collaborate in developing and maintaining organizational and clinical program procedures to enhance program communication and consistency with the Program Director and Compliance Officer.
• Partner with program staff to ensure that internal audits are consistent and action plans to address deficiencies are created and implemented. Ensures that responses and action plans for external audits are timely, appropriate, and implemented effectively.
• Provide direction to create program literature and marketing initiatives to assure that facilities and programs operate at optimum capacity.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and advisory groups with other drug and rehabilitation agencies and alliances.
• Collect data and complete reports for compliance with federal, state, funding, and accreditation agency requirements.
• Responsible for clinical program curriculum development, implementation, and maintenance.
• Assist all clinical programs in reflecting strategic goals in their budgets.
• Translate key goals and strategic priorities into all areas of clinical program development and implementation.
• Actively participate in annual budget preparation and long-range strategic planning.
• Provide leadership and direction to clinical internship programs to continue to build strong relationships with local colleges and universities and ensure that Thrive Treatment is providing appropriate programs, supervision, and opportunities for student counselor development.
• Attend all required staff training sessions in accordance with Thrive Treatment and state licensing requirements, completing all training on time.
• Attend and participate in program and all staff meetings.
• Adhere to and promote Thrive Treatment’s Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for others.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent in this position supervises indirectly clinical staff.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIALS

• Master’s Degree in a related field.
• LCSW, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist required.
• Ten (10) years of higher-level management experience in a behavioral health or healthcare environment which includes mental health or substance abuse services.
• Two (2) years in a quality management-focused position, preferred.
• Experience successfully designing and implementing new clinical programs; and with starting new programs to meet community needs.
• Must maintain a valid California Driver's License, have proof of automobile insurance, and maintain a safe driving record based on Thrive Treatment’s policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this position successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Demonstrated commitment and adherence to Thrive Treatment’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Ability to implement a strengths-based leadership approach throughout the organization.
• Extensive knowledge of California rules and regulations related to state and local grants and contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Office systems.
• Ability to utilize an electronic healthcare record.
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of staff and manage multiple locations.
• Ability to demonstrate a strong sense of accountability and requires the same discipline from staff.
• Creative, self-motivated, and results-oriented leadership style, which can direct a wide range of activities and accomplish multiple priorities.
• Strong team-builder and inspired leader who works well with a diverse group of employees from a variety of disciplines.
• Ability to use effective leadership skills in daily interactions, planning, and delegation of duties.
• Ability to build relationships with individuals at all levels including staff, county and state partners, community leaders, funding and referral partners, key business leaders, foundation leaders, or other individuals who have an interest in the mission of Thrive Treatment.
• Ability to thrive in a rapidly evolving culture that is highly entrepreneurial and can transfer enthusiasm for meeting the challenges that rapid change brings to staff.
• Ability to grow an organization and enjoys meeting the challenges rapid growth can bring.
• Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to make decisions independently and communicate effectively when dealing with clients, families, other staff members, department heads, visitors, external agencies, and community members.
• Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients.
• Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor.
• Understanding of addiction, co-occurring models, treatment modalities, Medication Assisted Treatment, prevention services, continuum of care, and integrated care.
• Understanding of patient development and family systems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to be flexible; problem solver, self-directed; customer service-oriented, and collaborative.
• Skills and ability to engage and develop rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds.