Director of Adult Initiatives

DETROIT WAYNE Integrated HEALTH Network•Detroit, MI

14h

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Vice President of Clinical Operations, the Director of Adult Initiatives provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for the Adult Services continuum. The Director monitors, develops, implements, and evaluates services and initiatives for adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), Serious Mental Illness (SMI), and Co-Occurring Disorders. The role oversees adult programs and service delivery, including clinical programming, provider accountability, Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT), grant-funded initiatives, budgets, evidence-based practices, and continuous quality improvement. The Director works with DWIHN departments, provider organizations, people served, stakeholders, the Wayne County Probate Court Behavioral Health Unit, university partners, and state committees. Work is generally performed in an office environment and requires travel throughout Wayne County and Michigan. Remote work opportunities are available with prior approval.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, Human Services, Social Services, or a related field.
Five years of professional clinical experience.
Three years of supervisory or management experience.
Valid State of Michigan clinical licensure.
Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
Ability to obtain Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credential within six months of hire.
Knowledge of the adult continuum of care.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to establish relationships and collaborate across systems supporting adults and guardians and/or caregivers.
Dynamic leadership skills and ability to create, maintain, and sustain projects.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with DWIHN and its provider networks.
Working knowledge of AOT and NGRI models.
Commitment to meaningful member involvement in program development.
Knowledge of computer applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and spreadsheets.
Highly organized and able to set priorities.
Ability to hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and develop staff.
Knowledge of the Professional Code of Ethics and Michigan Mental Health Code.

Nice To Haves

Preferred credentialing as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).

Responsibilities

Provide oversight and monitoring of the adult continuum of care for people with I/DD, SMI, and Co-Occurring Disorders within DWIHN.
Develop, implement, and oversee clinical programming and service delivery models for Adult Services.
Supervise and monitor Adult Service programs and Adult Initiatives team members, including Outpatient Services, Co-Occurring Services, Case Management, ACT, Supported Employment, and Medication Drop programs.
Oversee services for members receiving Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT), coordinating with DWIHN, provider organizations, and the Wayne County Probate Court Behavioral Health Unit.
Develop, implement, and monitor AOT service delivery standards and hold providers accountable for performance measures and outcomes.
Oversee grant-funded adult initiatives, including deliverables, funding compliance, fiscal accountability, performance reporting, and program implementation.
Ensure fiscal responsibility for Adult Initiatives and adherence to budgetary requirements and regulations.
Review and develop Adult Initiatives in response to identified service gaps; review funding needs and recommend Board actions in collaboration with the Finance Department.
Collaborate with Community Engagement on events related to Adult Initiatives as a clinical and subject matter expert.
Provide technical assistance, consultation, and education to the DWIHN Adult provider network.
Advocate for adult populations and serve as a primary liaison with people served and key stakeholders; respond to provider network CEOs and executive directors on adult-service matters.
Represent DWIHN in assigned forums.
Oversee implementation and fidelity monitoring of evidence-based practices.
Identify service gaps, monitor system performance, and develop improvement strategies.
Collaborate with DWIHN directors to meet organizational goals and objectives.
Oversee consultation, training, technical assistance, supervision, and general oversight for Adult Initiatives.
Convene executive-level collaborative workgroups to resolve implementation issues or barriers.
Oversee productivity and efficiency standards and monitor clinical outcomes for continuous quality improvement across Adult Initiatives.
Provide training and education related to evidence-based practices and Adult Services, and provide subject matter expertise to the Credentialing Committee.
Analyze adult service delivery systems and recommend improvements.
Review and participate in research and evaluation activities with university partners.
Seek grant opportunities with system partners and develop applications, including SAMHSA and foundation grants.
Participate in the DWIHN Sentinel Review Committee and statewide committees for implementation of models such as AOT.
Promote adherence to Medicaid requirements and Michigan Mental Health Code standards.
Lead implementation of best, promising, and evidence-based practices for adults in Wayne County.
Supervise program managers and support staff assigned to Adult Initiatives.
Perform additional duties as assigned.