Behavioral Health Director oversees the study and treatment of patients with emotional, mental, or psychological disorders. Develops, implements, and updates strategic initiatives, programs, and services. Being a Behavioral Health Director manages and directs the operations of behavioral health services. Uses knowledge of behavioral health research and trends to ensure the department's practices are up-to-date and effective. Additionally, Behavioral Health Director establishes training programs and supports and supervises staff. Ensures all behavioral health operations comply with clinical guidelines and regulations. Requires an advanced degree in psychology or related field. Typically reports to top management. The Behavioral Health Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Behavioral Health Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
The Assistant Director of Behavioral Health Services is responsible for maintaining a caseload providing behavioral health services in both the residential and day program settings, as well as direct supervision of Behavioral Intervention Specialist clinicians. The position requires that the individual be able to function as a member of the treatment team as well as fulfill the role of a lead clinician in matters pertaining to behavioral health of those individuals on their assigned caseload.
The essential duties include but are not limited to:
This position reports directly to the Director of Behavioral Health Services.
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Requirements
This position requires a strong background multiple clinical interventions and theoretical foundations including but not limited to:
Applied Behavior Analysis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Approaches and Dialectical Behavior Therapy and the development of person centered treatment plans written from a trauma informed perspective.
The position also calls for strong knowledge base in the area of psychiatric issues in the ID/DD population including pharmacotherapy and differential diagnosis as well as consideration for continuity of care and connection with treatment teams.
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