🚀 Licensed Mental Health Clinical Director

Brief Description

CRi is a well-known non-profit organization located throughout Northern VA, Richmond VA , and Maryland that is dedicated to providing quality services to enable individuals with a wide range of disabilities to live as independently as possible.

We are excited to announce a new Forensic Mental Health program is opening in our Richmond location!

We are hiring a Licensed Mental Health Clinical Director for our Forensic Mental Health Group Home. The Clinical Director is a leadership role that is responsible for overseeing the delivery of mental health services, managing budgetary resources, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing supervision to staff members within a forensic setting. This position requires a strong background in mental health, leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of care.

Philosophy

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and supervision for program and services.
• Supports the agency's mission, goals and objectives, and clinical philosophy.
• Ensures all staff performs in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Follows agency standards for ethical clinical and business standards.
• Conducts self as a positive role model for staff at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of HIPPA and confidentiality standards.

Clinical Oversight

• Provide leadership and direction to the clinical team ensuring the delivery of high-quality mental health services in accordance with evidence-based practices.
• Develop and implement policies and protocols to maintain and enhance clinical standards.

Supervision and Staff Development

• Directly supervise and mentor clinical staff, providing guidance, feedback and support.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, identify professional development opportunities, and ensure staff compliance with relevant training requirements.

Budget Management

• Develop and manage the annual budget for the group home's operational needs, ensuring efficient utilization of resources.
• Monitor expenses, analyze financial reports, and collaborate with administrative staff to make informed budgetary decisions.

Regulatory Compliance

• Stay current on federal, state, and local regulations governing mental health services in forensic settings.
• Ensure the group home's compliance with all applicable licensing and accreditation standards.

Program Development and Evaluation

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to design, implement, and evaluation of therapeutic programs that meet the unique needs of the residents.
• Monitor program effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements.

Risk Management

• Identify and address potential risks related to clinical services, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Collaboration and Communication

• Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, support staff and any external providers.
• Act as a liaison between the clinical team and upper management, providing regular updates on the program performance.

Quality Assurance

• Implement quality assurance measures to assess and enhance the effectiveness of clinical services.
• Develop and maintain a system of monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant work experience
• Supervisory/management experience in the human services/clinical field
• Program development, community relations, budgeting, crisis intervention, assessments, service planning.
• Master's degree in a relevant mental health field (ie: Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Counseling).
• Licensed in Virginia in a field related to supporting individuals with mental health diagnoses.
• Extensive experience in a mental health or forensic setting with a strong background in clinical supervision.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices in forensic mental health.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Work Qualifications

• Ability to understand agency billing and reimbursement regulations such as Medicaid, Medicare, and HUD.
• Ability to respond to stressful and crisis situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Demonstrate knowledge of computer skills to include Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, and online clinical and administrative systems.
• Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships while addressing complex and sensitive administrative and clinical issues.

Physical Demands

• Requires some lifting of individuals, groceries, etc.
• Intensive physical intervention of hazardous behaviors and assistance with care of the individuals.

CRi offers company-paid benefits including health insurance options, 403(b) retirement fund, and life insurance for benefits-eligible employees!