Clinical Program Director - Behavioral Health

The OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center • Sacramento, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director serves as the facility authority, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care policies, procedures, and treatment protocols. This role is akin to a facility's CEO. The Director nurtures staff growth, oversees clinical integrity, manages referral relationships, and champions top-tier treatment and family care. They adhere strictly to company policies, procedures, and ethical practices. The company, OCD Anxiety Centers, has a true passion for bringing help and hope to some of the most underserved clinical populations, striving to change the lives of individuals and their families suffering from anxiety, disturbing thoughts, uncontrollable worry, exhausting behaviors, rituals, and avoidance. They are an evidence-based practice, staying up-to-date with scientific research and attending international training.

Requirements

• Must be a licensed therapist.
• Master's degree in related fields and current state licensure.
• 5+ years of experience in mental health management.
• Commitment to continuous personal and team development.
• Clinical expertise and a strong knowledge base in therapy modalities.
• Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and proficiency in computer applications.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving working culture.
• Committed to providing excellent client service.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in OCD and anxiety treatment.
• Proficiency in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the facility authority, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care policies, procedures, and treatment protocols.
• Nurture staff growth, oversee clinical integrity, manage referral relationships, and champion top-tier treatment and family care.
• Adhere strictly to company policies, procedures, and ethical practices.
• Collaborate on motivational strategies and treatment plans.
• Conduct regular reviews of treatment plans to minimize unused approved days and early discharges.
• Manage and negotiate peer-to-peer reviews with insurance companies.
• Implement initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and address concerns identified in surveys.
• Generate and present regular reports on KPIs to evaluate progress.
• Lead, train, and mentor staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, achievement, and respect.
• Oversee clinical integrity, referral management, and facility budget.
• Ensure staff training and achievement of standardized KPIs.
• Create a minimum of 3 SMART goals each quarter for facility improvement.
• Execute facility projects per directives, goals, and budget, measuring KPIs for efficiency, revenue, and employee satisfaction.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize client utilization of insurance days and achieve financial goals.
• Collaborate closely with the Utilization Management (UM) Director to align program strategies with utilization goals.
• Streamline insurance authorization processes, emphasizing thorough documentation for client use of days.
• Facilitate peer-to-peer discussions with insurance providers, ensuring clear communication and comprehensive documentation.
• Utilize data analytics to track authorization trends, client use of days, and financial outcomes.
• Provide ongoing training for staff on insurance authorization processes, documentation requirements, and effective communication in peer-to-peer interactions.
• Oversee facility management to ensure compliance, policy implementation, and client record documentation.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring financial goals are met.
• Provide clinical supervision and oversight for Behavioral Health Techs.
• Work with the finance department to create an annual budget with improved margins.
• Complete Train the Trainer responsibilities, mastering group therapy and crisis management techniques.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment.
• Cultivate a culture of leadership within the clinical team.
• Identify and nurture leadership potential within the team, providing targeted mentorship and opportunities for skill development.
• Advocate for the advancement of team members, supporting promotions and recognizing achievements.
• Implement training programs to enhance leadership skills among team members.
• Contribute to quarterly and fiscal goals, overseeing facility functions and corporate initiatives.
• Lead the development and enhancement of innovative processes and protocols to elevate client outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Identify and implement creative solutions for process improvement while ensuring alignment with program goals and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce and institutionalize innovative initiatives, adhering to program-specific protocols.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented innovations, making data-driven adjustments for continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Base Salary: Depending on experience and licensure plus a quarterly bonus program.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k match, and more.
• Investment in Your Development: Receive up to $400 reimbursement on CEUs per renewal cycle, participate in paid specialized ongoing training, and become certified through our proprietary Training Institute.
• Positive Work Environment: Join a team that values integrity, accountability, teamwork, and innovation. We celebrate diversity and strive for excellence in everything we do.
• Opportunity for Growth: As a Program Director, you'll have the chance to lead and nurture a team, oversee clinical integrity, manage referral relationships, and contribute to the success of our organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager