Director - Acute Care Services

Job Description

Job Description

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field
• 1 - 3 Years of clinical experience
• 1 - 3 Years of supervisory experience with inpatient programs

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate clinical activities of all Adult Acute Care Programs

Coordinate weekly supervisory meetings

Monitor the flow of clients through programs to insure effective utilization rates

Analyze the needs of the Department and generate recommendations to program supervisors

Insure client grievances are addressed promptly and thoroughly

Insure continuity of care is followed in all programs and interact with Outpatient Director

Directs the treatment team to ensure that appropriate treatment is provided to clients, while on the unit, and disposition at the time of discharge

Responsible for monitoring the legal status of clients while on the unit as it pertains to F.S. 394

Administrative

Insure program supervisors submit necessary paperwork in a timely and accurate manner

Insure the flow of communication in all programs, re : memos, policies, meetings, etc.

Insure UR and Managed Care demands are followed by all programs and submitted to QI Department on time and are complete

Attend QI functions as indicated

Insure all staff of Adult Acute Care Services and IRT attends appropriate training and development programs

Conduct performance reviews in a timely manner

Responsible for staffing according to shift needs and requirements

Accountable for hiring, orientation, training, evaluating, and on-site supervision of staff

Responsible for working with the Facility Director to ensure that the housekeeping, maintenance, and dietary needs of the unit are met

Lead monthly staff meetings

OTHER MINOR OR OCCASIONAL TASKS

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Because of the work we do in the community, a full background check is required for all staff.

We are a drug free employer.

South County Mental Health Center, Inc is an EOE.

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