Behavioral Health Department Director

3 weeks ago


Porterville, United States Indian Health Service Full time

Locations: Porterville, CA

Type:Tribal

Salary Range:$100,000 to $100,000 / Per Year

Open Period:5/1/2024 until filled

Summary:The Behavioral Health Department Director oversees the day-to-day operations within the department. He/she must be sensitive to the needs of the Indian community, its cultures, traditions, behavior patterns, and background. He/she must be familiar with the goals and objectives of the Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc. and express a genuine commitment for its goals and ongoing success.

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Duties:1. Schedule and facilitate monthly staff meetings. 2. Develops and manages department budget. 3. Identifies, recommends and works closely with providers on revisions to policies and procedures. 4. Ensures staff adheres to company policies and procedures, departmental policies and procedures, as well as accreditation guidelines. 5. Supports quality improvement activities and initiatives. 6. Oversees the recruitment process for vacancies, ensuring department fully staffed. 7. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality, including information covered by HIPAA. 8. With recognition of the cultural needs of the Native American community, develop, administer, evaluate and improve the behavioral health and social services programs. 9. Select, train, supervise, evaluate, and discipline if necessary, behavioral health and social services staff. 10. Assist with Behavioral Health section of Clinic strategic plan, and develop and oversee budget for all programs in the department and assists with the AAAHC accreditation process. 11. Monitor and administer current grants of the department. 12. Assist in locating sources of funding and share in writing of grant applications. 13. Participate in the management team. 14. Represent and act as liaison between TRIHCI and other community education agencies involved in behavioral health and social services needs and maintains and expands the community referral system based on these contacts. 15. Collaborate and act as a behavioral health resource, and coordinates services with medical, mental health and substance abuse providers. 16. Maintain and adhere to confidentiality and privileged communication (patient, employee, and company). 17. The Director shall set the example of cooperation, communication and teamwork within his/her department and with other departments in the clinic. 18. Ensure all referrals received are forwarded to the Clinical Psychologist. 19. Ensures all treatment plans are followed per Clinical Psychologist evaluation. 20. Other duties as assigned. Additional Responsibilities may include: 1. Participate in all required TRIHCI staff meetings. 2. Performing of general office duties or other related responsibilities as needed and assigned. 3. Be available to travel for trainings and meetings.

Qualifications:1. Possess a Valid California Driver's License and be insurable with the Tule River Indian Health Center Inc. insurance agency. 2. Must pass pre-employment drug & alcohol test. 3. Must pass pre-employment physical and pass background check. 4. Must maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patients per HIPAA and TRIHCI policies. 5. Ability to demonstrate basic levels of computer literacy, with a functional understanding of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems in an office setting. 6. Familiar with entering data into a healthcare database program. 7. Must have effective oral and written communication skills (typing 40 wpm), being able to effectively reach diverse populations and entities. 8. Must have the ability to maintain accurate records and preparing clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing, and operational use, including capacities for attention to detail and for reviewing and verifying accuracy of data. 9. Maintain confidentiality in the workplace and when transporting patients. 10. Must possess good communication skills, be able to effectively communicate with diverse populations, and be willing to convey responsibilities to patients. 11. American Indian preference in accordance with Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, § 472 & 473). Education and/or Experience: 1. Associates Degree in a Health-related field with five years' experience. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 1. Possess valid First Aid/CPR certification at the BCLS level or obtain within 3 months of hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CONTINGENCIES: 1. 4 years preferred background or experience in the behavioral health field. 2. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the first day of work.

Work Type:Permanent, Full



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