Behavioral Health Services Director

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a Behavioral Health Services Director to lead and supervise outpatient services. This pivotal role involves ensuring effective communication and clinical oversight while developing new programs aligned with the organization's mission. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a related field and have a strong background in leadership and supervision. Join a dedicated team committed to improving behavioral health services and making a positive impact in the community. If you are passionate about mental health and have the qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in behavioral health.
• Licensed professional counselor or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees outpatient services and ensures effective clinical oversight.
• Develops new services and coordinates clinical activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical Oversight

Program Development

Supervisory Skills

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or Social Work

Tools

Quality Improvement Systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Galesburg, IL

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $78,000.00

Job Shift: First Shift

Description

The Behavioral Health Services Director is responsible for the primary direction and supervision of Bridgeway’s Outpatient services and personnel in all locations and areas served. This role provides leadership and consultation across all areas of Behavioral Health Services. Reports regularly to the Behavioral Health Administrator and Vice President of Behavioral Health Services on the progress of the services/programs, as well as matters of agency liability, program expansion, and other significant matters.

To learn more about this position, please read the summarized list of duties below:

• Assures comprehensive communication, integration of treatment services, coordination with external resources, and effective clinical oversight of Outpatient Behavioral Health Services.
• Develops new services, programs, contacts, and linkages as necessary within the scope of the organization’s mission and financial goals.
• Participates in the Behavioral Health Services Outcomes Management process, ensuring that the quality improvement system is consumer-driven and complies with all applicable regulations and standards.
• Oversees and coordinates clinical activities, utilization review, quality assurance, and pursuit of best practice models.
• Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, training, planning, and assigning work, and ensuring a cohesive work environment through resolving problems, addressing concerns, and rewarding employees, as well as taking corrective measures.
• Develops supervisory staff’s short- and long-term goals and strategies.
• Conducts supervisory staff meetings and supervision on a monthly basis and communicates routinely with staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities: All outpatient services staff, including but not limited to Substance Use, Outpatient Therapy, and the First Episode Psychosis Program.

Minimum requirements include a Master's degree (MA or MSW) in psychology, social work, or a related human service field; being a licensed professional counselor (LPC) working toward clinical licensure or a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC), a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), or a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). Must have a minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience. Must have a valid driver’s license, a good driving history, meet driver insurability requirements, and reliable transportation. Employment with Bridgeway is conditional upon completion of all background checks.

Bridgeway is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the objective of Bridgeway to make Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) a reality for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, race, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, or unfavorable discharge from military services, and to prevent sexual harassment in employment.