Director of Outpatient Medical Services

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care•Federal Way, WA

About The Position

Valley Cities has recently been selected to lead efforts in Washington State to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances. We are excited about the future ahead! We’re looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission‑driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others!

Requirements

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) in Washington State with active prescriptive authority
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with board certification in psychiatry, holding a current, unrestricted Washington State physician license; preferred
Current DEA registration, including authority to prescribe controlled substances for opioid use disorder treatment
Five years of senior level leadership in Outpatient Mental Health, preference given for prior experience as a Medical Director.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the principles of recovery
Can illustrate documented, service-oriented experience that includes successful contacts with political representatives, community and business leaders, contributors, and public at large.
Demonstrated knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices, including MI, EMDR, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, PCIT.
Experience working directly with clients in mental/behavioral health, social work, or medical settings.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse population.
Pass required background checks/fingerprint check.
TB test upon hiring.
Dependable transportation.

Nice To Haves

prior experience as a Medical Director

Responsibilities

Oversight of the agency’s operational effectiveness of psychiatric and medical services.
Maintain knowledge of clinical quality and trends and provide consultation for staff on current and new programming.
In collaboration with other staff to ensure that quality improvement principles and practices are incorporated in all aspects of organizational functioning.
Serve as advisor to the agency’s CQI Committee and contribute to organization and continuing committee functioning, as assigned by the COO.
Assist the CQI Committee in the analysis of clinical issues and development of proposed agency wide clinical policy.
Provide clinical consultation regarding client, staff and/or program issues to agency programs upon request of Directors and Managers.
Meet regularly with the Chief of Outpatient, Directors and Psychiatrists regarding clinical policies, directions, and procedures.
Practice and incorporate CQI and Management principles and performance standards in daily work activities.
Ensure agency medical services are following all federal and state laws and regulations, laws governing the provision of psychiatric inpatient care, the Joint Commission on Accreditation, and Washington state professional standards of practice, Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Code, and agency policies.
Consult with accounting and the Chief Financial Officer to oversee budget development for all programs supervised, assuring they are contractually responsive and otherwise accountable.
Use cost benefit analysis as a tool for decision making.
Provides timely and accurate KPI and data reports
Formulates budget based on appropriate workload indicators and anticipated revenues in conjunction with Finance Director
Monitors and controls department costs to maintain expenditures within allocations.
Review and analyze clinical activities and data to aid, planning, costing and risk management and to improve service utilization
Monitors and controls site costs to maintain expenditures within allocations.
Promote the recruitment, retention, development, and continuing education of all staff members and promote the agency’s mission.
Work in compliance with profession and agency Codes of Ethics.
Effectively manages employee conflicts, and builds and maintains a sense of teamwork among staff members
Places high value on cultural competency and ensures that hiring reflects community demographics.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
Health Savings Account, $2,000 contribution annually, prorated monthly.
Agency sponsored retirement plan, up to 6% employer contributions, and pre-tax/Roth available
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources
Comprehensive paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave options
Access to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Annual longevity bonuses
Recognition programs and incentives
Access to training, supervision, and consultation for professional certification and licensure
Clinical supervision provided toward licensure, if applicable
Paid training days and yearly training fund