Executive Director (Residential)

Discovery Behavioral Health•Stamford, CT

23h•$125,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Discovery Mood and Anxiety Program is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with mental health and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve. Since 1997, Discovery Mood and Anxiety Programs, DBH’s Mental Health Disorder Division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options. Position Summary: The Executive Director is responsible for the supervision and management of the treatment program, facility, staff and patients. The Executive Director consults with the operations team members on an as needed basis to ensure services, program functioning and patient treatment are being conducted in a manner consistent with the Discovery Behavioral Health mission statement and values.

Requirements

Master’s Degree or Doctorate, preferred
Licensure, preferred
Minimum of three years of experience in the mental health field, preferably with eating disorders
Minimum of two years of management experience
Must obtain and maintain CPI certification within 90 days of hire
Must obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid, along with ServSafe certification within 30 days of hire.
Must maintain and possess a current Driver’s License and be in good standing

Responsibilities

Oversees day to day operations of assigned programs and analyzes Key Performance Indicators of each program to ensure the embodiment of the organizational values of access to care and clinical quality.
Leads in a solution focused manner with an emphasis on continuous improvement for facilities and the organization.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate systems, policies, and procedures in each program.
Ensures programs are in compliance with regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies, and requirements of third-party payers.
Completes monthly medical record reviews, per the company Medical Record Review Policy.
Ensures feedback and retraining is provided to staff based on medical record reviews, as indicated to address deficiencies identified in the monthly medical record reviews.
Collaborates with Regional leadership to identify areas of improvement within programs and solution focused plans of action.
Participates in the patient intake process and completes all necessary paperwork and consent forms with patients and their loved ones, assigning tasks related to the admission and intake process to the milieu staff, as appropriate.
Understands and works with regional leadership to analyze financial performance on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to promote effective use of program(s) resources and alignment to budget.
Works collaboratively with Human Resources department to lead team and establish a trusting and productive department. This includes carrying out essential HR functions for direct reports (i.e. hiring, annual reviews, performance management, and personnel improvement plans).
Maintains excellent and prompt communication with all support departments to ensure coordination of operational activities.
Serves as representative for Discovery Behavioral Health by collaborating with the Clinical Outreach Representatives to establish and maintain positive relationships with the community.
Interacts with outside eating disorder, substance abuse, and mental health treatment programs and providers at all levels of care to establish referral relationships, educate regarding our treatment approach, and facilitate continuity of care for shared clients.
Promotes superb customer service and excellent service delivery when interacting with families, patients and colleagues.
Assists with clinical work in the program(s) (if applicable) and engages patients in a meaningful and supportive recovery process.
Contributes to effective teamwork by encouraging staff to work independently and to seek support when needed.
Supports staff by helping with any job duties in the facility, as they need to be completed, and creating a culture where all contribute to provide high quality care for our patients.
Supports Regional leadership in any other needs for programs overseen.
Is the facility Infection Control Officer and ensure staff adherence to Infection Control Protocols.
Performs other tasks, as assigned
Provides on-call support to their assigned facility as required for the facility to have consistent coverage at all times. Returns all program phone calls within 20 minutes, while on call. The executive director will effectively communicate with the on–call administrator or Regional leadership regarding any significant facility issue that arises. In addition to weekend on call coverage responsibilities, the Executive Director will also be available during weekends to deliver ongoing clinical and administrative support to the staff.
In states where permissible, passing medicine will be necessary