Director of Clinical Services - Inpatient Psych - LCSW/LPC

UHS•Atlanta, GA

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Peachford Hospital has been providing psychiatric services to residents of the greater Atlanta area for more than 50 years. Located in Dunwoody, our 246-bed facility provides a therapeutic setting for those seeking treatment for mental illness. Peachford offers unique and individualized programming for children, adolescents adults and seniors that sets us apart from many other treatment facilities, and our tenured leadership team includes seasoned medical staff. The Director of Clinical Services (DCS) is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team who will integrate and coordinate a patient centric therapeutic strategy with a keen focus on patient care; ensuring that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective treatment is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and of Universal Health Services in accordance with government regulations, licensing and accreditation requirements. The DCS participates in the hospital's strategic planning and contributes to the achievement of instituational goals and objectives through the clinical product.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or Clinical Mental Health Counseling is required.
Licensure (LPC/ LCSW) is strongly preferred.
3-5 years management experience in an inpatient behavioral health facility.
Understanding of CMS, DSS, DHEC, DBHDD and JCAHO requirements.
Previous experience developing psychiatric programs and treatment plans.

Responsibilities

Integrate and coordinate a patient centric therapeutic strategy with a keen focus on patient care.
Ensure delivery of high-quality and cost-effective treatment consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and Universal Health Services.
Adhere to government regulations, licensing and accreditation requirements.
Participate in the hospital's strategic planning.
Contribute to the achievement of institutional goals and objectives through the clinical product.