Mental Health Director

Wellpath • Pine Bluff, AR

3d

About The Position

The Mental Health Director provides clinical and administrative oversight for the facility’s Mental Health program and staff. The role includes supervising and directing Mental Health Professionals, ensuring services are consistent with their professional training and experience, and consulting on the program so it meets the needs of patients and the facility. The director also provides direct clinical services and oversees mental-health training for other facility staff.

Requirements

• Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an accredited college or university.
• Experience coordinating and administering mental health service delivery systems.
• Significant coursework and professional experience in the mental health field demonstrating knowledge of management and supervision techniques, peer review, quality assurance, group and individual psychotherapy, diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders, and psychological evaluation techniques.
• Licensed to practice psychology in the state of employment by the appropriate state licensing board.
• Must maintain CPR certification and any other certifications, such as First Aid, required by contract.
• Must reside in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and supervise clinical services for mental health staff at the institutional level.
• Provide clinical supervision and direction, professional education, and staff development for mental health professionals.
• Perform direct clinical services and oversee training provided by mental health staff to other facility staff.
• Maintain open communication with institutional administrative, security, medical, and support staff, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement goals and objectives for clinical services.
• Provide staff meetings and in-service opportunities.
• Provide timely notification of clinical concerns to the Regional Mental Health Director or Corporate Director of Mental Health Services.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• DailyPay
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free counseling and health coaching
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree