Clinical Manager-BH - Delano BH

Clinica Sierra Vista

$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong foundation in behavioral health and addiction treatment practices for children and adults.
  • Knowledge of SUD intervention models including Matrix, 12-step, Harm Reduction, and Abstinence theory.
  • Minimum of three years in a specialty mental health or SUD setting.
  • Two years post-licensure experience preferred for clinical supervision.
  • Current California license in good standing (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or Psychologist).
  • Successful completion of pre-employment screenings (background check, drug tests, references).

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate activities of the Behavioral Health Center and/or SUD Program.
  • Provide psychotherapy sessions including individual, family, and group therapy.
  • Lead staff meetings and represent the program at collaborative meetings.
  • Oversee clinical staff's work and provide technical and clinical direction.
  • Ensure adherence to MediCal, Medicare compliance, and Joint Commission accreditation standards.
  • Manage performance outcome measures and report on them regularly.
  • Assist with hiring, retention, and evaluate employee performance.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence the clinical direction and quality of services.
  • Involvement in a leadership team within the behavioral health department.
  • Support and resources for professional development and supervision.
  • Contribution to comprehensive patient care in a collaborative environment.
  • Engagement in crisis intervention and case evaluations.
Full Job Description
We9re looking for someone to join our team as a Clinical Manager-BH who: The Clinical Manager supervises and coordinates all activities of the Behavioral Health Center and/or substance use disorder (SUD) Program, if applicable. The position is responsible for the clinical direction and quality control of all clinical services provided at the assigned site and/or program; the work related activities of BH/SUD Therapists (licensed and unlicensed), case managers, and interns/students; oversight and appropriate provision of diagnostic, and therapeutic services; conducts individual, family and group psychotherapy sessions; and diagnostic evaluations. In addition, the Clinical Manager leads staff meetings, represents the behavioral health program and the interests, and needs of those served therein at multi-agency and other collaborative meetings, and is the Customer Service Representative for the assigned program in resolving grievances or accommodating special needs and requests for individuals and families served and their respective advocates for care. The Clinic Manager is a part of the behavioral health department leadership team and works in coordination and cooperation with the departments administrative staff to ensure fiscal, clinical, and licensing (MediCal, Medicare, DMC, et. al.) integrity. In addition, the clinic manager is responsible for the overall site operations, including facility safety and cleanliness, as well as staff and client safety. Essential Functions: 1. Provides psychotherapy to a small caseload of clients, to ensure ability to credential. 2. May provide psychotherapy to high acuity clients and clients with difficult presentation. 3. Provides technical direction and clinical direction with clinical staff; and provides clinical supervision to associate therapists and/or student interns as applicable and necessary based on the site needs. 4. Plans and reports on performance outcome measures. 5. Is responsible for team adherence to contract standards, MediCal and Medicare compliance and retention of The Joint Commission behavioral health accreditation as it applies to the Behavioral Health Center and/or SUD Program assigned. 6. Is responsible for the management and follow up of assigned employees to adhere to outlined job expectations. Writes reports, plans of corrections, and other necessary documents. 7. Responsible for the hiring and retention of staff. 8. Maintains coaching and disciplinary records of their employees and collaborates with the Senior Director of BH and/or HR when appropriate. 9. Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with other programs and agencies. 10. Assists in the development of policy and procedures. 11. Undertakes and assists in crisis intervention and case evaluations. 12. Perform introductory and annual non-clinical employee reviews, competency forms and provide constructive feedback on their performance to help meet organizational and professional goals 13. Other duties as required. You9ll be successful with the following qualifications: 1. A strong foundation in behavioral health, mental health treatment, and/or addiction treatment practices, with experience in care for both children and adults. 2. Knowledge of various SUD models of intervention, including Matrix, 12-step, Harm Reduction, and Abstinence theory. 3. At least three (3) years of experience in a specialty mental health and/or SUD setting. 4. Two years post-licensure with the ability to provide clinical supervision preferred. 5. Must pass all pre-employment screenings (background check, drug tests, and references). 6. A current and valid California license in good standing with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) or as a Psychologist by the California State Board of Psychology.

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