Clinical Director

American Addiction Centers•Hollywood, FL

About The Position

If you are searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make a difference in helping others, then keep reading on. Here at AAC, we have a progressive culture; we listen to your ideas, value a work/life balance, invest in education, and we foster trust and respect for all individuals. Our exceptional comp and strong benefits include company matching 401K, medical, dental, vision and life insurance. We are looking for our future leaders, who are not only going to fill the qualifications for this job description, but who are going to exceed expectations. Be a part of a team whose mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit. The Clinical Director is responsible for the supervision of all clinical staff, in-service training, documentation oversight, quality of patient care, and the ongoing general provision of daily clinical services including the implementation of; (1) current ethical principles and clinical practice standards; (2) state, utilization management, and accreditation statutory and regulatory provisions applicable to the treatment of substance use populations; (3) company code of conduct; (4) the protection of patient rights and principles; (5) all company policy and procedures

Requirements

Licensed Psychologist (PhD), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Completed, or working on, credentialing as a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), Approved Certified Supervisor (ACS), and/or completed advanced leadership training
State substance use certification and/or two or more years’ experience working with SUD population
Two or more years of full time supervisory and direct service experience, including the supervision of SUD treatment staff
Knowledge of ethical standards, therapeutic methods, treatment procedures for mental health management principles, clinical systems and operations, utilization requirements, quality assurance, and regulatory/accreditation agency requirements.
Ability to work: independently with minimal supervision
work effectively as part of a larger interdisciplinary team
focus on patient needs, maintain professionalism, and remain attentive to safety at all times
develop positive rapport with clientele while maintaining professional boundaries
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time

Responsibilities

Directs the quality of patient care through admission, daily treatment, and discharge based on current industry standards and ASAM criteria.
Reviews patient assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge planning to ensure appropriate services according to federal, state, utilization review, and accreditation requirements.
Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory standards for clinical staff including Therapists, Counselors, Case Managers, and Group Facilitators.
Implement clinical policies that uphold organizational compliance with industry standards, laws, accreditation, and regulations.
Provides employee in-service training that adheres to policy and procedure as well as the enhancement of clinical practices.
Oversees all clinical decisions such as the psychological evaluation of risk/harm to self or others, required assessments, reports of abuse, and other mental health concerns that contribute to significant distress.
Guides and participates in daily treatment team meetings
Consults with staff, patients, and families with clinical excellence
Audits documentation and ensures treatment progression based on individual patient needs
Encourages and implements an interdisciplinary team approach and coordination of care
Manages clinical services, scheduling, and quality of care
Applies current best practice standards for SUD treatment