What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Director position at Indian Health Services?
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Type: Urban Salary Range: $69,000 to $79,000 / Per Year Open Period: 7/30/2024 until filled Summary: Since 1978, American Indian Health & Family Services (AIHFS) has been a nonprofit health and community wellness center. The center's approach integrates traditional Native American healing and spiritual practices with contemporary Western medicine in both treatment and prevention through the use of the Integrated Care Model.
Seeking an proven Behavioral Health Director to supervise and manage all activities of the BH Department within the framework of the established philosophy, objectives and policies of the agency. The ideal candidate will be a compliance driven leader with a strong focus on safety, quality and integrity, responsible for providing day to day leadership; oversight of treatment services; facilitate program development, implementation and evaluation of clinical programming; delivery of treatment services; participation in agency administrative responsibilities; and the ongoing management and successful administration of the BH Department. This full time, direct hire opportunity includes a Comprehensive Benefit Program: 15 Paid holidays per year, plus paid bereavement and paid jury duty leave (effective immediately) Generous Paid Combined Vacation, Sick, and Personal Leave (Accrual starts immediately, available for use after 30 days) Health, Dental, & Vision Coverage (No employee cost for single BlueCross Network, Delta Dental & Vision, all available after 30 days) Agency paid Life Insurance 403(b) 50% Match Program upto $5,000 annually (eligible after 30 days) Educational Assistance Program (after 1 year) In addition, we are offering a $2,500.00 net Signing Bonus upon completion of satisfactory evaluation of probationary period (appx. 90 days). Duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides clinical supervision to and oversees direct services by Behavioral Health Therapists, including Licensed Masters of Social Work, Limited Licensed Masters of Social Work, Master Level Social Work Candidate Interns, Limited Licensed Professional Counselors & Certified Addiction Counselors. Provides timely, accurate and complete reports on the operations of the services, including, but not limited to, measures and effectiveness of achieving operational performance as defined in the strategic plan. Participates in case management meetings. Acts as Site Placement Coordinator for the MSW Internship Program with the University of Michigan's School of Social Work and other college and University MSW or PsyD placements. Maintains direct practice client caseload minimum of 16 hours per month. Works closely with client and/or client's family to advocate and create linkage with other community resources regarding complex client and or family needs involving coordination of clinical care with other community agencies. Update, coordinate, and manage the department clinic schedule. Provides day-to-day leadership including advice, guidance, direction and authorization to achieve the clinical and administrative goals and objectives of the department. Cultivates positive relationships with and maintains an environment of collaboration/integration at all levels of the organization. Participate in facility wide activities related to Behavioral Health. Participates in Multidisciplinary Team Meetings. Directly work with the Medical Director to facilitate integrative care services. Ensures that all activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regulation, CARF and AAAHC standards, and all laws governing healthcare operations. Hire and train departmental staff. Represents the agency in the external professional community. Works with substance abuse counselors and assist with client referrals to rehabilitation centers or treatment programs. Collaborates with staff and volunteers as necessary to coordinate care, based on patient and family needs. Educates Behavioral Health providers in regards to state, federals and other assistance programs. Acts as a patient advocate and communication link with other community resources. Provides case management for complex clients with multiple needs. Coordinates care with other community partners Other Duties and tasks as directed by Agency Leadership. Qualifications: Qualifications, Education, & Experience: Master's Degree in Health Administration, Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology, or other related field from an accredited university, LMSW preferred. Proven experience, minimum 3 years, in a similar role required. Through knowledge of social work principles, substance abuse intervention techniques and practices and their application to complex casework, group work, and community problems. Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of behavior and psychosocial issues, their diagnosis and treatment, and overall understanding of behavioral health programming. Considerable knowledge of family and group dynamics, a range of intervention techniques, governmental and private organizations, resources in the community, laws, regulations and policies which govern the program, methods and principles of case work supervision and training. Ability to supervise, train or instruct lower level social workers, students or interns in the program, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the caseload and their families as well as civic, legal, medical, social and religious organizations. Demonstrated grant writing, implementation and management required. Experience working with native children and families preferred, experience working with substance abuse prevention and treatment on a one-to-one basis and in group settings. Must be self-directed. Must be able to maintain confidentiality, handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally. Valid MI Chauffeur's license; other credential or licenses must be kept current and consistent with applicable regulations. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary. Ability to promote an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free lifestyle. Ability to apply proficient understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Work Type: Permanent, Full Who May Apply? All Groups of Qualified Individuals Get Details & Apply: https://aihfs.bamboohr.com/careers/85 Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
Type: Urban Salary Range: $69,000 to $79,000 / Per Year Open Period: 7/30/2024 until filled Summary: Since 1978, American Indian Health & Family Services (AIHFS) has been a nonprofit health and community wellness center. The center's approach integrates traditional Native American healing and spiritual practices with contemporary Western medicine in both treatment and prevention through the use of the Integrated Care Model.
Seeking an proven Behavioral Health Director to supervise and manage all activities of the BH Department within the framework of the established philosophy, objectives and policies of the agency. The ideal candidate will be a compliance driven leader with a strong focus on safety, quality and integrity, responsible for providing day to day leadership; oversight of treatment services; facilitate program development, implementation and evaluation of clinical programming; delivery of treatment services; participation in agency administrative responsibilities; and the ongoing management and successful administration of the BH Department. This full time, direct hire opportunity includes a Comprehensive Benefit Program: 15 Paid holidays per year, plus paid bereavement and paid jury duty leave (effective immediately) Generous Paid Combined Vacation, Sick, and Personal Leave (Accrual starts immediately, available for use after 30 days) Health, Dental, & Vision Coverage (No employee cost for single BlueCross Network, Delta Dental & Vision, all available after 30 days) Agency paid Life Insurance 403(b) 50% Match Program upto $5,000 annually (eligible after 30 days) Educational Assistance Program (after 1 year) In addition, we are offering a $2,500.00 net Signing Bonus upon completion of satisfactory evaluation of probationary period (appx. 90 days). Duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides clinical supervision to and oversees direct services by Behavioral Health Therapists, including Licensed Masters of Social Work, Limited Licensed Masters of Social Work, Master Level Social Work Candidate Interns, Limited Licensed Professional Counselors & Certified Addiction Counselors. Provides timely, accurate and complete reports on the operations of the services, including, but not limited to, measures and effectiveness of achieving operational performance as defined in the strategic plan. Participates in case management meetings. Acts as Site Placement Coordinator for the MSW Internship Program with the University of Michigan's School of Social Work and other college and University MSW or PsyD placements. Maintains direct practice client caseload minimum of 16 hours per month. Works closely with client and/or client's family to advocate and create linkage with other community resources regarding complex client and or family needs involving coordination of clinical care with other community agencies. Update, coordinate, and manage the department clinic schedule. Provides day-to-day leadership including advice, guidance, direction and authorization to achieve the clinical and administrative goals and objectives of the department. Cultivates positive relationships with and maintains an environment of collaboration/integration at all levels of the organization. Participate in facility wide activities related to Behavioral Health. Participates in Multidisciplinary Team Meetings. Directly work with the Medical Director to facilitate integrative care services. Ensures that all activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regulation, CARF and AAAHC standards, and all laws governing healthcare operations. Hire and train departmental staff. Represents the agency in the external professional community. Works with substance abuse counselors and assist with client referrals to rehabilitation centers or treatment programs. Collaborates with staff and volunteers as necessary to coordinate care, based on patient and family needs. Educates Behavioral Health providers in regards to state, federals and other assistance programs. Acts as a patient advocate and communication link with other community resources. Provides case management for complex clients with multiple needs. Coordinates care with other community partners Other Duties and tasks as directed by Agency Leadership. Qualifications: Qualifications, Education, & Experience: Master's Degree in Health Administration, Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology, or other related field from an accredited university, LMSW preferred. Proven experience, minimum 3 years, in a similar role required. Through knowledge of social work principles, substance abuse intervention techniques and practices and their application to complex casework, group work, and community problems. Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of behavior and psychosocial issues, their diagnosis and treatment, and overall understanding of behavioral health programming. Considerable knowledge of family and group dynamics, a range of intervention techniques, governmental and private organizations, resources in the community, laws, regulations and policies which govern the program, methods and principles of case work supervision and training. Ability to supervise, train or instruct lower level social workers, students or interns in the program, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the caseload and their families as well as civic, legal, medical, social and religious organizations. Demonstrated grant writing, implementation and management required. Experience working with native children and families preferred, experience working with substance abuse prevention and treatment on a one-to-one basis and in group settings. Must be self-directed. Must be able to maintain confidentiality, handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally. Valid MI Chauffeur's license; other credential or licenses must be kept current and consistent with applicable regulations. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary. Ability to promote an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free lifestyle. Ability to apply proficient understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Work Type: Permanent, Full Who May Apply? All Groups of Qualified Individuals Get Details & Apply: https://aihfs.bamboohr.com/careers/85 Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
Salary : $69,000 - $79,000
