Job Description
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY :
The WISe Clinical Director is responsible for the development, oversight, compliance, and quality assurance of all WISe (Wraparound with Intensive Services) program services provided by Akin. Provides values-aligned leadership of the service delivery system for the WISe program.
This position has access to protected healthcare information (PHI) or confidential identifiable information (CII), both paper and electronic, as necessary, to perform related job duties and responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Responsible for the oversight, supervision and quality assurance for all WISe program services including both record keeping and direct services; this includes ensuring regulatory requirements and oversight of activities to maintain CARF accreditation
- Ensures that high fidelity WISe services, which utilize Wraparound and IECMH principles and best practices are incorporated into all services for children, caregivers, and their family teams
- Provides overall leadership for and coordination of all services within WISe programs; Reviews assessments, cross-system care plans, treatment plans, case notes and written correspondence in order to ensure documents meet county, state and federal agency standards; Serves as a consultant to Akin leadership and employees on all aspects pertinent to the clinical care of individuals; Consults, trains, and mentors clinical and program employee across disciplines, modalities and settings Reviews cases to evaluate performance and make clinical recommendations
- Oversees WISe Program Managers for programmatical improvement and standardization across the state for efficiency and quality of services
- Works with program leaders to ensure that program employees receive appropriate clinical supervision
- May directly assess, and supervise cases
- Develops and implements policies, procedures, goals, workplans, and staff professional development in partnership with the appropriate Akin department or team
- Responds to critical incidents and consultation regarding subpoenas for Akin
- Participates in management team meetings and attend Board of Directors meetings when requested by President / CEO
- Consults with AVP of Behavioral Health, Community Engagement Directors and Program Managers regarding the development of contracts and partnerships with community organizations to enhance the delivery and coordination of quality service to children and families; Attends and keeps abreast of vendor meetings and requirements
- Organizes and ensures efficient and effective operations of program, including annual development of program work plans
- Ensures all records and statistics are properly maintained and meet grant and licensing requirements
- Develops and implements reporting process to ensure timely, quality information is presented to funders as specified by contracts
Responsible for developing and monitoring program budget and related revenues and expenditures
Demonstrates ability to promote interest in and appreciation of multi-cultural, gender and socioeconomic diversity in staff and internsOversees interns-creation of internship program as ableCollaborates with Akin Contract and Insurance Billing Teams re : billing / EHR needsComplies with all Akin policies and proceduresPerforms other clinical and supervisory duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES :
Understanding of the children’s mental health system in WA, with a successful track record of designing and scaling a financially viable evidence-based pediatric therapy programFirm commitment to culturally and linguistically appropriate servicesComprehensive knowledge of and commitment to evidence-based and evidence- informed prevention, intervention, and treatment approachesExperience providing reflective supervision and mentoring with individuals who have a wide range of experiences and trainingUnderstanding of and experience with mental health licensure requirements, Behavioral Health Agency licensing requirements, and Medicaid funded servicesPassion for innovation, experimentation, continuous learning, team building, and helping others become the best clinicians possibleAbility to flex schedule to participate in occasional evening and weekend activitiesExpertise in process improvement and change managementTraining and experience in crisis workTraining and experience with Trauma informed CareThe ability to adapt to change and use flexible thinkingComputer literacy; knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Teams; knowledge of Zoom and other virtual meeting platformsDemonstrated ability to lead or support teams with diverse identities and backgrounds, including implementing inclusive practices across recruitment, supervision, and service deliveryWorking knowledge of the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and belonging, and a track record of incorporating these values into decision-making and team developmentWORKING ENVIRONMENT :
This job is performed in a professional office environment. The following list is representative of the work environment employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job :
Professional office setting with potential for remote work based on business needs.Regular use of computers and telecommunication devices.HYBRID WORK ARRANGEMENTS :
Hybrid work is a benefit of Akin’s flexible workplace but cannot be offered for all positions. Some positions require daily presence in the office. Hybrid work arrangements may be adjusted or rescinded based upon business needs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard; occasionally to reach, stoop and kneelSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer workRegular, predictable attendance is requiredReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
10+ years of experience leading a growing, cohesive, multi-disciplinary, trauma- informed clinical team committed to effectively meeting the needs of young children and their familiesExperience providing, supervising, or overseeing peer support services delivered by state-certified peer specialists, with a strong understanding of best practices for integrating peer roles within WISe teamsExperience as a leader / manager in a WISe / Wraparound program with specialized training in wraparound principles and best practicesA valid driver’s license and a favorable driving record, with no more than three violations within the past three yearsExperience developing and growing multi-site and home-based programsProof of physical exam within past 12 months (updated every three years)One-step Mantoux TB skin test prior to start of employment, unless has written proof of a negative test within past 12 months. For those who have previously tested positive, documented proof of treatment from a doctor or a negative chest x-ray must be providedProof of MMR vaccine or positive MMR titerCompletion of Akin and DCYF criminal history background check, including registry with MERIT to include fingerprinting.PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS :
Licensed therapist with a master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social workMeets qualifications as a Washington State Approved SupervisorExperience and training in infant mental health, psychotherapy, and attachment theory. Infant mental health endorsement preferredExperience and training in MH services to Children, Youth, Adolescents, and family- system-comfort knowledge of working with suicidal and complicated family situationsExperience in Mental Health and Early Learning Childhood programsTraining in trauma-informed and anti-racism practicesExperience in early childhood workforce development strategies such as mental health consultation, didactic training for multi-disciplinary early childhood professionals, reflective supervision / consultation, and other coaching / technical assistance modelsSALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS :
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.
The target starting pay for this position is $102523.2 - $128148.8 typically within the first half of the range. Actual offers will be based on individual qualifications relevant to the role and will not take an applicant’s pay history into account.
The range above allows our employees room for growth during their tenure in the position.