Behavioral Health Clinical Director

Open Systems Healthcare
US - District of Columbia - Washington
May 6, 2024

At Open Systems Healthcare, we're taking on a mission bigger than ourselves - providing care to those who need it, regardless of their life situation. We're a home care startup experiencing explosive growth because we look at home care differently than most.

Our team strives to lean into our 'Always Forward' motto every day. What does that mean? It means understanding our consumers so well that we're always one step ahead. It means working together to achieve health outcomes that make a difference in people's lives. It means not just being a Director, but a real advocate for someone's well-being and a person they can count on and trust. In this crucial moment for healthcare, we are 'Always Forward' in everything we do.

So, what is that work we speak of?

The Behavioral Health Clinical Director is a key player in our growing D.C. team. In particular, you'll be responsible for developing, planning, and supervising OSH's Behavioral Health services to improve the quality of life for the clients we serve. The Director will represent OSH by answering any questions posed by families, staff members, government officials or the general public and support the branch office's Behavioral Health service line to ensure the Agency's scope of services and policies comply with State, Federal, Local laws/regulations and implemented across internal and external staff.

Responsibilities

Some of what you can expect in this role.

Oversee and monitor Behavioral Health Services in accordance with the Department on Disability Services (DDS), Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), and DC HCBS Regulations.
Supervision of behavior treatment service integrity.
Ongoing development of training programs for Behavioral Health staff and direct support professionals for the Behavioral Health Services program.
Develop, implement, and monitor a continuous quality assurance and improvement system, that includes person-centered thinking, community integration, and compliance with the HCBS Settings Rules to evaluate the effectiveness of services provided.
Work with Service Coordination Organizations in Individual Service Plan development and goals creation for consumers.
Monitors OSH's behavioral services program, identifying problems related to consumer services and making recommendations for improvement.
Attends and participates in meetings and quality improvement activities as required.
Participates in the interviewing, hiring, training, development, evaluation and firing of behavioral health professionals to maintain appropriate staffing levels, as needed.
Participate in conferences and research efforts dedicated to the field of behavioral health and implement changes to procedures as necessary.
Manage efforts and initiatives to reach the needs of those in need of behavior services by involvement with networking events, public speaking, involvement in research, attend conferences and training on an ongoing basis.
Development of company-wide trainings in accordance with state and local regulations.
Oversee any future programs in other states.
Follows Open Systems Healthcare's Policies and Procedures
Follows Federal, State, and local rules and regulations pertaining to home care services.
On Call duties, as necessary
Still with us? If this role speaks to you and your career, apply today!

Requirements Bachelor's degree in the Social Services field or a related field Five (5) years of experience in a leadership role or equivalent management experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

OR

Master's degree in the Social Services field or a related field Three (3) years of experience in a leadership role or equivalent management experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Basic understanding of Microsoft Office.
Must have a reliable form of transportation.
Evidence of Tuberculosis screening that meets CDC guidelines.

And finally, a mastery of skills when it comes to.
•Fast-Paced Situations:
Remaining calm and professional during peak busy-ness.
•Communication:
Someone with interpersonal chops.
•Managing Consumers:
Attentive to their needs and care services, and always putting them first.
•Confidentiality:
Working in accordance with HIPAA and having respect for consumers and their privacy.
•Time Management:
Ability to complete multiple tasks on a daily basis and stay organized.
•Effective Leadership:
Responsible for your team of caregivers and their consumers' care, all the while fostering a culture that rings true to OSH's core values and vision.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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