The Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness (DBHW) oversees all mental health and substance use services at the Care Clinic.
The Behavioral Health and Wellness Director oversees all mental health services at [CHC] and ensures that the BH program is providing evidence-based, high-quality care. As part of the primary care treatment team, this position participates in the development of an integrated behavioral health program with primary care and dental, in addition to supporting all behavioral health staff in clinical skill development and supervision/consultation. BHWD may provide direct mental health assessments, treatment, intake, case management, and group/individual/family therapies. This position supports organization-wide leadership, ensuring the success of SCCC’s team-based care and patient-centered efforts.
The Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness must demonstrate regard for the rights of all patients and provide respectful and considerate care focused on patients’ individual needs. They provide a safe and confidential environment for patients, families, and personnel.
Essential Functions
Provide general administrative support and management of all aspects of the Behavioral Health (BH) program.
Oversee all BH staff and act as a clinical supervisor when needed.
Coordinate and/or implement training activities as needed to serve the community and to ensure the proficiency of providers.
Oversee BH crisis response for Clinic patients and community partners.
Monitor training and proficiency of BH staff including monitoring treatment measures and outcomes.
Monitor treatment measures and outcomes.
Ensure client welfare through ethical and quality care measures, including but not limited to co-signing supervisee notes, monitoring client care, and observations of sessions.
Stay current on BH best practices and initiatives at the local and national levels.
Act as a representative of the Care Clinic with patients, staff, and the public in a professional and supportive manner, including participation in community initiatives and planning.
Work collaboratively with clinical, dental, and organizational leadership, as well as community partners and stakeholders in line with department needs and objectives.
In collaboration with the Grant Manager, support acquisition and management grants to fund BH and integrated care services, including completion of grant requirements.
Ensure appropriate collection of data by team members and external partners and provide analysis of reported data for integrated care services.
Conduct quality assurance activities including chart reviews, reviewing unanticipated outcome reports, developing, and monitoring practice protocols and procedures.
Maintain and oversee APA accredited internship program and Master level training program for students completing practicum and internships. This includes recruiting, training, and providing administrative supervision and/or clinical supervision. Establish and monitor program including credentials, training, and scheduling of interns in collaboration with human resources.
Assist in the development of the BH department budget, organizational budget, and review of monthly financials.
Aid leadership in developing and testing creative solutions that turn the mission into tangible and measurable results. Assist in strategic planning, site visits, staff retreat, and meetings, reviewing and providing input for BH-related grants presentations on a variety of issues, etc.
Monitor and improve operational patient flow in collaboration with team members.
Perform all functions of an Integrated Behavioral Health provider, as outlined in the BH job description.
Follow CEO and Leadership Team directives regarding Behavioral Health services.
Demonstrate appropriate balance of work and personal life.
Additional Requirements
Grants are a vital part of Care Clinic revenues and directly or indirectly support all positions. This role may have responsibilities that are closely associated with grant deliverables. Grants and grant responsibilities may change over time.
Complete all required training as designated by HR and the position supervisor.
Adhere to all policies within the organization and those outlined within the SCCC Employee Handbook.
Comply with all SCCC Vaccine Mandates.
Willingness to travel and work at other SCCC locations as determined by the supervisor.
Comply with all applicable Credentialing and Privileging requirements timely.
Embrace the SCCC Mission and Vision and agree to work within the SCCC Guiding Principles and the principles set by the position supervisor.
Must participate in quality assurance/ improvement activities when applicable.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to engage in each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
Must Haves to be successful:
Master-level degree or higher in one of the recognized mental health professions (counseling, social work, marriage, and family therapy). M.A., M.S. in Clinical Counseling (or related area), LSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT.
Licensed in the state of Colorado and Registered with the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge in evidence-based approaches to clinical supervision and training.
Academic and/or job experience in legal and ethical decision-making, individual and cultural diversity, diagnosis and treatment planning, evidence-based practice and interventions for psychotherapy, theoretical and conceptualization skills, psychopharmacology and behavioral medicine, professional consultation, integrated care, clinical administration, and utilization of electronic health records.
Have obtained all the training to become a clinical supervisor, or is working towards obtaining clinical supervisor status (e.g., Compliance with supervision courses and supervision hours)
Read, write, and clearly speak the English language is required.
Read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
Knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, and database software.
Ability to work in a team and to share responsibilities and duties.
Ability to resolve interpersonal conflict in a straightforward, empathic, and timely manner.
Ability to be friendly and empathic regarding co-workers and patients.
Nice To Haves
Experience in grant writing
Read, write, and clearly speak the Spanish language preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Integrated Behavioral Health and Wellness Department
Work Environment
The work environment is in a healthcare setting and can be fast-paced and involves communication with patients and medical personnel. This role is highly clerical in nature. Requires the ability to work autonomously and stay on task. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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Summit Community Care Clinic
Provides rewarding, mission-driven careers in the heart of the beautiful Colorado mountains. As a member of the Care Clinic team, you will make an important difference in the lives of the patients you serve - changing lives every day. We have been nationally recognized for our integrated care model.
Is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides a full range of integrated care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health services through a team-based model of care. is highly valued as an important thread in the community fabric. There is an underlying appreciation of what the clinic provides to the community, and this creates a fulfilling workplace environment.
The Care Clinic currently offers the following:
Insured group health, dental, & vision plans.
Medical and dependent care flexible spending account options.
401k retirement plan with an employer contribution match.
Life, AD&D, and Long-term disability plans are paid for by the employer.
Free 24/7 access to confidential resources through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Voluntary benefit plans to complement health care coverage including accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and group pet insurance.
A generous mix of Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.