Manager Clinical

Metrocare Services; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan with employer match

Health Savings Account with employer-m

Professional Development allowance

Job summary

Metrocare Services in Dallas is seeking a Clinical Manager to lead the clinical operations and ensure quality, compliant service delivery for adults and families facing mental health challenges.

You will supervise clinical teams, manage budgets, and drive continuous quality improvement across programs while aligning with state and CARF/CCBH regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work or other human service field.
• Mental Health Experience: 7–10 years.
• Management/Supervisory Experience: 5 years minimum.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of site operations, including business office, medical support staff and clinical team.
• Provide guidance, direction and supervision to staff to ensure quality care and implementation of processes.
• Plan programs, manage interagency relations and resource development; participate in hiring and supervision of site staff.
• Ensure timely patient access to comprehensive, person-centered, trauma-informed services.
• Develop strategies for performance improvement and quality metrics; drive CQI processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Professional acumen

Business ethics

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Autonomy

Professionalism

Education

Master's in psychology

Social Work degree

LPC/LCSW/LMFT preferred

Job description

Are you looking for a purpose-driven career? At Metrocare, we serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying.Metrocare is the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas, serving over 55,000 adults and children annually. For over 50 years, Metrocare has provided a broad array of services to people with mental health challenges and developmental disabilities. In addition to behavioral health care, Metrocare provides primary care centers for adults and children, services for veterans and their families, accessible pharmacies, housing, and supportive social services. Alongside clinical care, researchers and teachers from Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education & Research are advancing mental health beyond Dallas County while providing critical workforce to the state.**Job Description:**GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The mission of Metrocare Services is to serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying. We are an agency committed to quality gender-responsive, trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing serious mental illness, development disabilities, and co-occurring disorders. Metrocare programs focus on the issues that matter most in the lives of the children, families and adults we serve. The Clinical Manager is responsible for the quality management of the business and clinical operations assigned for service delivery, tasked with ensuring regulatory compliance as well as quality services. The position is responsible for several managerial director reports as well as several indirect reports via the management structure. The position has a broad scope of responsibility and oversight for programs, personnel, and management. HOURS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Metrocare clinics are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except for the Hillside Adult Clinic, which is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\\*\\*\\* This is not a traditional 40 hr./week job and will require some late evening and weekend work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the job. Responsible for all aspects of site operations, including but not limited to, business office, medical support staff, and clinical team. Provides guidance, direction, and supervision to staff to ensure quality care and implementation of processes. Responsible for program planning, interagency relations, and resource development. Participate in the hiring and supervision of site staff. Ensure timely patient access to comprehensive, person centered, trauma informed services. Accountable to ensure efficient and effective use of provider time. Develops and implements strategies for performance improvement related to key performance indicators, including but not limited to, productivity, charting timeliness, and quality improvement. Fosters an environment of continuous quality improvement (CQI). Ensures that an on-going CQI process is developed and implemented and provides oversight to the CQI process. Adhere to fiscal responsibility of the program budget. Directly supervises management and team leads in the overall service delivery model as well as the business office. Adheres to documentation requirements related to Quality Management and regulatory agencies, such as CARF, CCBHC, and the Texas Administrative Code. Responsible for a creative collaborative working environment in conjunction with the medical director. Provide clinical supervision, education, and training as required by various contracts and regulatory agencies. Establishes and maintains the highest standard of quality care and ethical practice. Identifies and implements strategies for overall program development and growth. Actively participates in special projects and takes leadership roles as requested. Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the ethical standards of conduct, state contract, appropriate professional standards, and applicable state/federal laws. Exercises sound judgement and maintains current knowledge of the company’s organization structure, personnel policies, and federal and state laws regarding employment practices. Performs other duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES: The competencies listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the ethical standards of conduct, state contract, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws. Analytical skills, professional acumen, business ethics, thorough understanding of continuous improvement processes, problem solving, respect for confidentiality, and excellent communication skills. Understanding of best practice for treatment of complex behavioral health issues. Effectively motivate and supervise staff. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workflow and meet deadlines. Ability to handle multiple tasks and special projects simultaneously. Able to work autonomously with minimal or no supervision. Able to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: REQUIRED: Master’s degree in psychology, social work or other human service field. REQUIRED: Mental Health Experience: 7-10 years REQUIRED: Management/Supervisory Experience: 5 years minimum PREFERRED: LPC, LCSW, LMFT or other license that allows for independent practice. DRIVING REQUIRED: Yes MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Basic math skills required. Ability to work with reports and numbers, above average excel skills needed Ability to calculate moderately complex figures and amounts to accurately report activities and budgets. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. COMPUTER SKILLS: Use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Ability to utilize Internet for resources. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. If licensed in another state, must obtain a Texas Driver License within three (3) months of employment. Liability insurance is required if an employee will operate a personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business. Must be insurable by Center’s liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business. Must have an acceptable driving record.Benefits Information and Perks:Metrocare couldn’t have a great employee-first culture without great benefits. That’s why we offer a competitive salary, exceptional training, and an outstanding benefits package:* Medical/Dental/Vision* Paid Time Off* Paid Holidays* Employee Assistance Program* Retirement Plan, including employer matching* Health Savings Account, including employer matching* Professional Development allowance up to $2000 per year* Bilingual Stipend – 6% of the base salary* Many other benefits**Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer** Tobacco-Free Facilities - Metrocare is committed to promoting the health, well-being, and safety of Metrocare team members, guests, and individuals and families we serve while on the facility campuses. Therefore, Metrocare facilities and grounds are tobacco-free. **No Recruitment Agencies Please**