Assistant Executive Director of Clinical Services

Astor Services • Rhinebeck, NY

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About The Position

The Assistant Executive Director of Clinical Services coordinates, administers, and oversees the clinical direction, business model, and effective treatment of Astor Services’ OMH-licensed and designated programs. The role ensures high-quality, culturally responsive services and evidence-based practices across licensed disciplines, including psychology, social work, and licensed counseling.

The AED guides staffing, supervision, and professional development for clinical teams; oversees clinical programming and training; and supports the development of high-quality training programs for emerging psychologists. The position works with executive and program leaders to adapt services to clients’ needs, improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency, and maintain the quality and fiscal viability of programs. It also serves as a liaison to OMH, managed care organizations, government and community stakeholders, and represents the agency in public relations activities as needed.

Requirements

• Licensed Psychologist preferred; applicants with another fully licensed mental health discipline, such as LCSW or LMHC, will be considered.
• At least 10 years of clinical experience.
• At least 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Ability to lead teams, establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with program staff, and organize tasks to complete projects on time and within budget.

Nice To Haves

• Administrative experience with OMH-licensed programs preferred.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Guide staffing, supervision, and professional development for clinical positions.
• Provide direct supervision and administrative oversight for all agency OMH-licensed and designated programming.
• Supervise the Director of Clinical Training and support agency-wide dissemination of evidence-based training.
• Oversee hiring and credentialing of licensed clinical staff.
• Ensure high-quality supervision and alignment of clinical and medical training with the agency’s clinical agenda, mission, vision, and values.
• Directly supervise the Director of the APA Internship and ensure the internship develops into a modern, high-quality training program for emerging psychologists.
• Report to the CPO and work with the Chief Medical Officer and service area program leads to recommend service changes, address changing service environments, and ensure quality clinical services in new programs.
• Organize and facilitate agency-wide Clinical Leadership meetings to improve service delivery across the continuum of clinical services.
• Improve clinical services through innovative tools, national learning collaboratives, promising-practice pilots, and training partnerships.
• Oversee program Key Performance Indicators and Quality Improvement projects, supported by analytics and the Director of Outcomes.
• Participate substantially in Electronic Health Record implementation and integration to improve efficiency and usefulness.
• Ensure Spanish-language materials, including clinical forms, clients’ rights statements, and screenings, are available to Spanish-speaking clients.
• Ensure culturally diverse and sensitive clinical practice across the organization.
• Coordinate with Managed Care Organizations and the billing team on eligibility concerns and, where possible, develop value-based payment or other quality initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison to OMH field and central offices on program development and daily operations; coordinate with Strategic Initiatives and Development to generate PARs/EZPars supporting new programs in the MHPD portal.
• Coordinate with Executive Cabinet staff, including the CFO, Chief of QI/Client Risk & Compliance, Chief Medical Officer, and Director of Analytics, to ensure program quality and fiscal viability.
• Participate in relevant coalitions and advocacy groups, engage with local government and other government contacts, and coordinate with community stakeholders such as school districts.
• Represent the agency professionally in public relations efforts as needed, including radio appearances, website blogs, and articles.

Benefits

• Four weeks of paid vacation annually.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Four personal days.
• One sick day per month, accruable to 150 days.
• Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
• Eligible to participate in the agency medical and dental plans for individual or family coverage, with a small employee contribution.
• New longevity incentives.
• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed