Clinical Director Community Behavioral Health Center
Company: Boston Medical Center
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 22, 2024
Job Description:
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job requisition id 32548 POSITION SUMMARY:The Clinical Director,
Community Behavioral Health Center oversees CBHC core services and
their clinical operations. This individual partners with clinical
and administrative leaders in the Department of Psychiatry to
ensure the delivery of high quality, patient-centered, and
accessible care to the diverse Boston population. The Clinical
Director monitors fidelity to program specifications and helps to
identify approaches to improve care delivery. The Clinical Director
CBHC also works closely with the Clinical Director of Crisis
Services to ensure seamless clinical operations across the
Community Behavioral Health Center continuum of care. - Position:
-Clinical Director Community Behavioral Health Center Department:
Research - PsychiatrySchedule: Full TimeESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
/ DUTIES:Clinical Program Management/Quality of Care
- In collaboration with the CBHC Medical Director and Clinical
Supervisors, manages the operational, administrative, and clinical
functions of the CBHC's core services and programs
- Works closely with the Clinical Director of Crisis Services and
subcontracted agencies providing CBHC crisis services, developing
and monitoring work flows to ensure seamless collaboration and
transitions of care between services
- Meets regularly with CBHC management team to review
data/performance metrics
- Provides leadership for and participates in the development and
execution of clinical and operational improvement initiatives to
ensure patient-centered care for all CBHC members
- Works closely with the Clinical and Administrative Outpatient
leadership team to ensure smooth transitions of care and compliance
with CBHC program performance specs
- Sets qualifications and oversees strategies for ensuring
compliance with program performance specifications, as well as
patient care standards, laws, regulations, and the standards and
requirements of various professional organizations and regulatory
agencies for all qualifying CBHC members
- Oversees the processes for recruiting and hiring staff
- Oversees the processes for onboarding and training new staff,
staff supervision, staff performance evaluation and performance
management. Gathers, interprets, and disseminates information on
hospital-wide policies, new programs, and other pertinent
information to managers and staffEducation/Training
- Provides leadership over CBHC clinical team, including
Doctoral/Master's level and independently licensed clinicians,
professional level staff, and managers
- Works closely with the Department of Psychiatry's Director of
training to ensure compliance with training and education
requirements
- Provides oversight and supervision of clinical work, including:
- Ensures accuracy and appropriateness of psychiatric
evaluations;
- Ensures appropriate standards of care for patients in
crisis
- Provides consultation on appropriate treatment settings for
patients
- Ensures appropriate clinical supervision for staff by licensure
needs
- Develops and maintains liaison with referring agenciesOther
Duties-Provides direct clinical care to CBHC patients either on a
scheduled basis or as needed to support clinic operations and
patient care-Participates in appropriate organizations and
represents Boston Medical Center at appropriate external meetings
or organizations-Performs other duties as needed(The above
statements in this job description are intended to depict the
general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in
this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list
of accountable duties and responsibilities required).JOB
REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION:
- Master's degree in Social Work, Master's degree in Mental
Health Counseling, or Doctorate in PsychologyCERTIFICATES,
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
- Requires current Massachusetts independent licensure related to
formal education & trainingEXPERIENCE:
- Minimum three to five years of supervisory experience in a
psychiatric settingKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Ability to mentor, guide, and motivate direct reports through
demonstration of best practices and leading by example
- Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively
with various healthcare professionals, develop and maintain
effective therapeutic relationships with patients and families, and
supervise and manage team
- Demonstrated broad theoretical knowledge and excellent clinical
skills that include models of case management and psychosocial
service
- Must be comfortable in a fast-paced and dynamic work
environment
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team
- Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of racial
and ethnic populations
- Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) is a
plus.
- Ability to interpret data and use data to guide
decision-making
- Proficient with basic computer programs, including Microsoft
Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), web browsers, and electronic medical
records systemsEqual Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Our
PeopleWorking at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It's a
chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide
exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized
leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate
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health of our community in Boston and beyond.
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best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our
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exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.EEO &
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opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion,
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