Program Director

Clarvida•Ridgecrest, CA

1d•$90 - $110

About The Position

Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve. SUMMARY As a Program Director for our Ridgecrest clinic Responsible for all aspects of the administration and clinical operations of one or more mental health programs including development and adherence to annual budget. Responsibilities include the hiring, development and performance management of support and professional staff and ensuring mental health treatment services are provided in concert with the policies, procedures, and government rules and regulations for the program(s).

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the field of Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field
Must possess a current, valid California license as a LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Ph.D, or Psy.D. and able to practice independently at the highest level possible.
Licensed for two years preferred to provide CA BBS supervision to pre-licensed staff
Proof of: valid CA driver’s license, valid auto insurance coverage as well as proof of education are required.
Prior behavioral health experience preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for delivery of professional mental health services and all aspects of the administration and clinical operations of a program
Ensures clinical and administrative compliance with all program activities; while developing and implementing plans to continually meet productivity and profitability
Responsible for ensuring the Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Chart Audits of the program(s)
Supports and facilitates Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement protocols, including frequent collaboration with QA/QI Director and program management in monitoring standards and actively removing barriers to the provision of high quality care
Supervises the delivery of mental health services within the program, which includes the supervision of the intake process and completion of appropriate management of case records to ensure documentation meets Company and government standards
Responsible for recruitment/selection process, leadership and professional development, assignment of duties, approval of leave requests and expenses, performance management/reviews and personnel actions, and serving as resource for consultation and/or reviews or recommends merit and promotional salary increases for staff
Develops and presents for approval, annual budget for program or region, and prepares/provides executive management with periodic financial forecasts and reports as required; Prepares financial, budget, statistical and other reports as required by senior management
Ensures program meets fiscal requirements and monitors expenditures and revenue production
Leads and actively participates in planning, management, administrative, staff and client meetings and training activities
Communicates and coordinates services with other departments and vendors as applicable
May carry own caseload providing mental health and case management services
Responsible for all licensure and certifications as required by staff and programs to effectively and legally conduct business operations
Promotes services and training activities in the community including presentations and consultations
Develops and maintains a collaborative relationship with state and/or county/community officials
Participates and represents agency or the Company professionally at county/community meetings
Ensures program(s) are operating according to the Company’s policies and procedures, applicable professional standards, laws, rules and regulations
Consults with clinical staff on treatment plans as required, approvals and may participate in emergency situations and crisis intervention
Responsible for ensuring and understanding the administrative functioning of his/her programs
Will work a flexible schedule outside of business hours, weekends and available beyond office work hours should the need arise or to support the program(s) and leadership; may handle on-call and/or after hours crisis calls or hotline as necessary to support staff, client, and program
Attends and participates in meetings as directed by Regional Director
Ensure compliance and contractual obligations are met and to minimize any disallowances; provides on-site training to support staff in meeting workload requirements
Report program concerns, as outlined in policy and procedures, in a timely manner to the Clinical and/or Regional Director and assist in disseminating information to and from the staff
Assures that management decisions are implemented in a positive and timely manner
May participate in the development and review of RFPs, RFIs, grants, and/or RFQs
Completes monthly, quarterly, and all other reports in a timely manner
Maintain and ensures HIPAA, ethical standards/code of conduct and professional boundaries with all staff and clients; provides on-site supervision and training to ensure standards are met
Commitment to the Company’s Mission, Vision, and Values; representing actions that defines the overall philosophy and objectives of all duties performed in accordance with Company’s mission, vision, and value.
Ability to interpret and expect the same with all staff
Other duties as assigned or necessary to support the program and/or the Company

Benefits

Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
Up to 10 Paid holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options
DailyPay- Access to your daily earnings without waiting for payday
Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements
401K
Free licensure supervision
Employee Assistance program
Pet Insurance
Perks @Clarvida- national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
Mileage reimbursement
Company cellphone benefits may vary based on Position/State/County