Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinical Director Salt Lake City, UT · Full time Company website

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Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership and Supervision:

• Provide direct clinical supervision to therapists, social workers, and other clinical staff, offering guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Oversee the implementation of evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment modalities for individuals experiencing PTSD and other trauma-related conditions.
• Ensure clinical staff maintain professional licensure, certifications, and adhere to ethical codes of conduct.
• Lead regular case reviews and consultations to foster collaboration and address clinical challenges.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Develop, implement, and monitor quality assurance programs to maintain the highest standards of clinical care.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing behavioral health services, including HIPAA and ethical guidelines.
• Oversee clinical documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards.
• Lead the preparation and response to audits, regulatory reviews, and accreditation processes.

Staff Management and Development:

• Hire, train, evaluate, and mentor clinical staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in trauma-focused practices.
• Address performance issues promptly and effectively, providing guidance and support for improvement.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on staff recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies.

Program Development and Evaluation:

• Analyze clinical data and trends to identify opportunities for program improvement and expansion.
• Research and introduce innovative, evidence-based treatment approaches for PTSD and related conditions.
• Collaborate with community partners and stakeholders to develop integrated care programs for clients.
• Measure and evaluate program outcomes, reporting on findings to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Strategic Planning and Growth:

• Participate in strategic planning initiatives to align clinical operations with the clinic's mission and long-term goals.
• Identify opportunities for expanding services, developing new programs, and increasing community outreach.
• Develop and manage the clinical operating budget in collaboration with the executive leadership team.

Qualifications:

• Education and Licensure:
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
• Current, unrestricted licensure as a mental health professional (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Psychologist, etc.) in Utah.

• Experience:
• Minimum of 3+ years of clinical experience in trauma-focused behavioral health settings.
• Minimum of 1+ years of supervisory or management experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in many evidence-based treatment modalities for PTSD, such as Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

• Skills and Abilities
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to analyze data, make informed decisions, and implement process improvements.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing behavioral health services.

Compensation Expectations:

• A competitive salary ranging from $72,000 - $85,000 and a benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications after 60 days of employment.
• 32-40 hours a week with a maximum of 20 hours each week of direct care. 
• Supervision and management of up to 6-8 clinical staff.
• 95% completion rate of timely clinical documentation for all clinicians.
• 85% attendance rate of patient pool.
• 98% reimbursement rate with BOP contract.