Clinical Director (LCSW or LPC)

Job Description

The Clinical Director is responsible for providing 24-hour management of all clinical functions of the facility. Oversees the entire admission process and / or clinical intake process. Also responsible for providing effective leadership to the clinical staff, has knowledge of the organization, provides marketing support for the facility, and directs all activities within the facility in accordance with standards of State and Federal regulations.

1.   Adheres to the facility’s philosophy.

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

3.   Functions as leader of Clinical Staff Meetings.

4.   Implements plans for performance improvement.

5.   Evaluates quality of program on an ongoing basis.

6.   Develops cost-effective methods to provide service.

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

8.   Facilitates communication with ancillary services.

9.   Recruits and interviews new employees.

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

11.   Meets with clinical staff weekly.

12.   Supervises students completing a field placement

13.   Builds positive relationships with staff and physicians.

14.   Works collaboratively with the Executive Director.

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

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

17.   Displays ability to direct and supervise Program activities.

18.   Oversees the admission and / or patient intake process.

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

20.   Ensures clinical staff meets educational / licensure requirements.

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

22.   Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to changes in the work environment.

23.   Follows Infection Control guidelines at all times.

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

25.   Assists in formulating standards for patient care.

26.   Performs other tasks, as assigned.

27.   Access Coordinator : Responsible for development and implementation of the licensee’s evaluation, plan and annual review of the employees performance in ensuring equitable access to services as required by 105 CMR 164.040(A)(10). Shall complete annually for all employees

28.   Shall complete group education to client’s once a month.

29.   Tobacco Education Coordinator : Responsible for assisting staff in implementing BSAS guidelines for integration of tobacco assessment, education, and treatment into program services.

Qualifications :  Needs to be professionally licensed in Tennessee (LCSW, LPC, etc) (required)

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule :

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute / relocate :

• Nashville, TN : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• Work Location : In person