Director of Behavioral Health

Job description

APPLY NOW Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Program Administrators are responsible for the direct supervision of all Programs and Program Managers/Supervisors - one Administrator to oversee all Mental Health and a second Administrator to oversee all Substance Abuse related programs. The incumbents work collaboratively with all Program Administrator, Program Managers and Supervisors to oversee and assure effective operations for Chicagoland locations. QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Behavioral Health is required Must have a minimum of five (5) years clinical experience and three (3) years of people management experience in the mental health field. Must have a thorough knowledge of behavioral health field Must be familiar with DHS regulations, 2060 & 2090, DSM-IVR, ASAM-PPC IIR placement criteria, Managed Care and CARF Standards. Must have a thorough knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) model, Stages of Screening Brief Intervention and Referral for Treatment (SBIRT). Must have knowledge of proposal writing to increase revenue Must have working knowledge of not for profit financial application/analysis. Must be CADC or IAODAPCA certified/certifiable, if in Substance Abuse Valid IL Drivers License and personal transportation required. RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise and assist Program Managers/Supervisors in administrative and operational activities. Assist the Chief Executive Officer in the implementation of new programs and services. Monitor and maintain the integration of services within the organization. Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of agency goals and standards which includes integration of Domestic Violence/Mental Health services. Responsible for the employees within the Primary Behavioral Health Integration Program. Monitor and ensure that the various programs maintain the CARF regulatory standards and Licensure of State, City and Federal Government and recommend action plans for correction when appropriate. Maintain standards of Quality of the Programs using evidence models and measure outcomes performance. Diversification of Participant Payor Mix, government, third party payor (insurance) and first payors. Operationalize contractual obligations with guidance from Chief Executive Officer. Plan and work with Program Managers/Supervisors to establish and implement policies and procedures for the agency’s programs and services. Ensures and reviews that monthly program census are accurate, meet projections and are submitted on a timely manner. Conduct regularly scheduled Managers/Supervisors meetings. Conduct Program Managers/Supervisors annual performance appraisals; make and implement recommendations when hiring, promoting, disciplining, and/or terminating employees. Attend and participates in Executive Team meetings, and in strategic and annual planning activities of the agency. Represents the organization in all levels with external authorities and the community as required. Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field to enhance professional expertise by reading appropriate journals, books, and other professional literature; and attending conferences, seminars, etc. Participate in agency fund-raising effort QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Behavioral Health is required Must have a minimum of five (5) years clinical experience and three (3) years of people management experience in the mental health field. Must have a thorough knowledge of behavioral health field Must be familiar with DHS regulations, 2060 & 2090, DSM-IVR, ASAM-PPC IIR placement criteria, Managed Care and CARF Standards. Must have a thorough knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) model, Stages of Screening Brief Intervention and Referral for Treatment (SBIRT). Must have knowledge of proposal writing to increase revenue Must have working knowledge of not for profit financial application/analysis. Must be CADC or IAODAPCA certified/certifiable, if in Substance Abuse Valid IL Drivers License and personal transportation required. NOTES: 2 openings. Additional Salary Information: Mileage Reibursement Provided, Excellent Non Profit Benefits Package Provided Salary: 50,000-55,000 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Delta-T Group is a national broker and referral service for specialized types of healthcare and educational professionals. Our unique portfolio of services allows clients to access a strong team of professionals possessing a wide variety of experience and training while providing . Our team of Account Managers and Staffing Coordinators work together to refer the highest caliber of professionals with degrees, certifications and licenses of varying levels in the fields of social services, psychiatry, occupational therapy, language speech pathology, special education teachers, para professionals, mental health, addictions treatment, allied therapies and pharmacy. We primarily provide service supplemental staffing services to school districts and charter schools, hospitals, community mental health centers, outpatient treatment facilities, and residential homes.