What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director position at Chicanos Por La Causa?
OBJECTIVE AND POSITION SUMMARY
The Medical Director of Psychiatric Services is responsible for oversight of the current psychiatric service delivery model of CPLC’s Integrated Health and Human Service Programs. Existing programs include both outpatient and residential behavioral health as well as substance abuse services within clinical environments. The Medical Director provides oversight to the quality of psychiatric care in coordination with the leadership at each facility and works to promote evidence-based practice and to ensure proper care is provided to all members
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Medical Director is responsible for providing clinical supervision, support and assistance to the medical staff (psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses) at all IHHS behavioral health facilities.
SPECIALIZATIONS
The Medical Director must have demonstrated skills and abilities in a management capacity relevant to the integrated health model, specifically within a non-profit organization. Must demonstrate awareness and sensitivity to cultural issues and community practices of low income and at-risk families, including dual language speakers. Must have experience providing services to both adult and child populations, Court Ordered Treatment processes, and provision of services to Seriously Mentally Ill individuals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
- Education /Background:
- Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy with a specialty in Psychiatry
- Licensed in the State of Arizona as a medical doctor. Successfully completed psychiatric residency program.
- Valid DEA certification required.
- Minimum 3 years post-doctoral experience in the delivery of mental health treatment to children, adolescents and seriously mentally ill adults.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered to meet the qualifications of this position.
- Management experience required.
- Other Requirements:
- Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a Level 1 fingerprint card.
- Current CPR/First Aid (or equivalent) certification.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and auto insurance within Arizona.
- Must have proven leadership experience across multiple lines of services and in multiple locations including experience in supervising multiple levels of direct reports.
- Must be committed to diversity and have strong leadership and management skills as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Bilingual Spanish/English preferred but not required.
- Additional Competencies:
- Ability to effectively interact with diverse client populations
- Strong time management, project skills, and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment
- Ability to apply proactive management principles with sound judgment and influence
- Ability to recognize and solve problems without direct supervision
- Excellent verbal, written, reading, and presentation skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Location: Chicanos Por La Causa · LNY - ESPRNZ
Schedule: Regular - Full Time (FT), Days, Mon - Fri
