Director, Clinical Programs (Secure Residential And Respite)

Director, Clinical Programs (Secure Residential and Respite)

Apply locations: US - OR - Portland

Building time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 24 Days Ago

Job requisition id: JR

Location / Schedule: This position is based out of the building located in SE Portland. The schedule for this position is typically Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Position:

Director, Clinical Programs

Program:

Secure Residential and Respite

Mission:

Cascadia Health delivers whole health care – integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing – to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve.

Vision:

We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well-being, and has a self-directed, connected life.

Description of Cascadia Health's Secure Residential Program:

Cascadia operates three locked residential homes in the Portland Metro area for adults who experience severe and persistent mental health challenges. Employees work as a team to provide comprehensive services that focus on psychiatric treatment, personal care, skills training, and case management. Our residents are referred from the counties or the state and must either be under commitment or have a guardian. The focus of treatment is on immediate safety and preparing individuals to live in a less restrictive environment.

Description of Cascadia Health's Respite Program:

Respite is a voluntary program that occurs within a safe and relaxed atmosphere, away from the stressors that may be impacting an individual's sense of security and stability. Residents at Respite receive three meals a day, interact in the milieu, explore hobbies, take a walk in a quiet neighborhood setting, and always receive on-site support from caring and skillful respite staff.

Position Description:

The Director, Clinical Programs is responsible for oversight of a unique area of Cascadia services. This includes clinical model development and implementation, business development and growth, establishing and maintaining good community relationships; program development and operations; hiring, training, development and termination of employees; financial planning and budgets; program oversight, risk management, and quality improvement.

Essential Responsibilities:

This position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.

1. Direct and operate services within site or agency area in a clinically excellent and financially viable manner.
2. Provide support and training for Program Managers and program staff to fully operationalize the treatment model.
3. Assist in establishing clinically excellent treatment approaches and assessing client outcomes.
4. Develop procedures and systems in support of the program goals, objectives and mission.
5. Determine staffing requirements, recruit, hire and train staff in a manner that encourages and maintains diversity and cultural competence.
6. Work directly with the Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer for medical staffing and medical/psychiatric treatment approaches.
7. Provide active oversight and coordination of training in Seclusion and Restraint and Trauma Informed Care.
8. Establish and manage budgets for programs and monitor monthly expenses through communication with program managers, fiscal staff, and senior directors.
9. Identify and direct quality improvement activities routinely within programs, and across program lines as determined by clinical leadership.
10. Provide leadership for managers and direct service staff including team-building, performance motivation, and good morale.
11. Establish positive working relationships with stakeholders and attend key community meetings.
12. Respect and honor client rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics.
13. Assist in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols/procedures.
14. Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
15. Engage in excellent collaborative opportunities.
16. Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
17. Complete annual employee training requirements on a timely basis.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

A Masters Degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university. Demonstrate the competencies to become credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). A minimum of three years of clinical experience providing services is required (must include two years post Masters). Three years of supervisory experience is also required.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate a diagnosis according to the most current DSM.
2. Understand recovery model as it pertains to addictions and mental health.
3. Ability to provide training in Pro-ACT (Professional Assault Crisis Training) is preferred.
4. Be familiar with evidence-based practices, and strength-based case management philosophies and strategies.
5. Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions.

Other:

Possess a valid drivers license, three year driving history; clean driving record.

Core Competencies:

1. Provide leadership and take responsibility within agency area and site.
2. Supervise Program Managers and Program Supervisors.
3. High level of interpersonal skill in public relations, supervision, leadership, and conflict resolution.
4. Make decisions with little to no guidance.

Working Conditions:

Environmental: Work is performed in a residential and supportive housing setting. The Clinical Director is required to travel to other locations for meetings during the workday.

Mental Demands: The Clinical Director must be able to handle a variable work flow, manage time effectively, prioritize activities.

Physical Demands: The Clinical Director must have the ability to assist the team in providing safety to all clients and staff in potentially volatile situations.

Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits:

Generous Paid Time Off Package: Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year! Medical and Dental Coverage Retirement Savings with employer matching contribution! Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave Starting Rate Range in USD ($): .03 - .54

About Us:

Cascadia Health is Oregon's largest community-based behavioral health and substance use treatment services organization.