Job Clinical Director - ORS Partners : Job Details

The Clinical Director is a key member of the leadership team responsible for oversight and direction of all clinical functions of the facility. Develops and oversees execution of clinical programming. Oversees the entire admission process and/or clinical intake process. Responsible for leading the clinical staff. In collaboration with the Executive Team, develops and implements organization wide policies and procedures. Provides marketing support for the facility. Directs all activities within the facility in accordance with standards of State and Federal regulations.

Adheres to the facility's philosophy, mission, vision and values

Maintains an effective clinical organizational structure and delegates appropriate authority for completion of assigned responsibilities.

Leads Clinical Staff Meetings.

Implements plans for performance improvement.

Develops innovative programs to meet client needs.

Directs and oversees programs, evaluating program quality and outcomes on an ongoing basis.

Develops cost-effective methods to provide service.

Provides for staff development (i.e. supervision, educational, etc.)

Facilitates communication with ancillary services.

Recruits and interviews new employees.

Attends clinical and administrative meetings to share information inter-departmentally.

Meets with clinical staff weekly.

Supervises students completing a field placement.

Builds positive relationships with staff and physicians.

Works collaboratively with the Executive Team to lead, grow and improve the organization.

Demonstrates knowledge of administrative and clinical policies and procedures, and the ability to communicate these clearly and accurately to staff.

Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures; ability to communicate these procedures clearly and accurately.

Oversees the admission and/or patient intake process.

Maintains an effective and efficient daily staffing pattern within budgetary constraints.

Ensures clinical staff meets educational/licensure requirements.

Evaluates clinical staff based on specified performance standards, on a timely basis.

Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to changes in the work environment.

Follows Infection Control guidelines at all times.

Provides a safe and therapeutic environment to all staff and patients.

Assists in formulating standards for patient care.

Performs other tasks, as assigned.

A minimum of 2 years management setting familiarity, with continuous Quality Improvement, JCAHO standards.

Commission skills to relate to all levels of management staff.

Licensed to practice clinical discipline in the appropriate state, as applicable, required. CPR Certification required.

Knowledge of JCAHO standards.

Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of the discipline.

Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards.

Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication & Written skills.

Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality laws.

Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.

Knowledge of Workplace Violence

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, or health-related field.