Pediatric Center Specialty Clinic Director

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pediatric Center Specialty Clinic Director provides clinical leadership, strategic direction, and program oversight for specialty outpatient clinic services within the Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health. This role ensures high standards of clinical practice, regulatory compliance, and ongoing development of pediatric specialty programs. Working in partnership with medical, operational, and administrative leaders, this position supports clinical supervision, quality assurance, policy development, and staff training while promoting safe, developmentally appropriate, and family‑centered care.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in a licensed clinical discipline required
Three to five years of experience in clinical program development, regulatory oversight, or administration
Three to five years of progressive management experience required
Strong knowledge of clinical, regulatory, and accreditation standards
Experience leading multidisciplinary clinical teams
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to drive program growth and quality improvement initiatives
Strong analytical skills related to operations, budgets, and program performance
Proficiency with electronic systems and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to manage sensitive, confidential situations with professionalism
Valid Michigan driver’s license may be required

Responsibilities

Ensure successful clinical and financial operations of pediatric specialty outpatient clinics
Oversee and guide pediatric therapy practices within outpatient services
Foster a collaborative, cross‑service pediatric team culture
Partner with Clinical Director to ensure practices align with evidence‑based standards and Pediatric Center Model of Care
Collaborate with executive, medical, and operational leadership on strategic and operational planning
Identify clinical, quality, and compliance risks and implement improvement strategies
Monitor quality and safety metrics in partnership with Quality leadership
Oversee clinical supervision, licensure support, and professional development
Ensure staff receive appropriate training, competency development, and continuing education
Guide development and expansion of pediatric specialty programs and services
Improve patient, family, and staff satisfaction through quality initiatives
Investigate and respond to clinical concerns, ensuring corrective action and follow‑up
Provide consultation and guidance to interdisciplinary teams and leadership
Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CARF, payer, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate on policy development, documentation standards, and EHR optimization
Serve on leadership, governance, and advisory committees as assigned
Partner with Medical Director and physician leadership for psychiatric oversight
Collaborate with Risk Management to support patient safety and regulatory compliance
Maintain required training and programmatic competencies
Perform other duties as assigned
Supervise pediatric specialty services team in collaboration with Clinical Director
Supervise Outpatient Specialty Clinic Program Supervisor