Chief Mental Health Officer
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JOB TITLE: CHIEF CLINICAL OFFICERDEPARTMENT: AdministrationSUPERVISOR: Chief Executive OfficerFLSA/TYPE: Exempt SUPERVISES: Clinical DepartmentsJOB SUMMARY:The Chief Clinical Officer (CCO), stationed in Long Beach, WA provides on-site leadership to all clinical departments managers at all WBHW locations to include Mental Health, Substance Use Disorders, Co-occurring Disorders, Wrap Around Intensive Services (WISe), Mobile Crisis Services, and School Based Program. The CCO reports directly to the CEO, and is a member of the Executive Team. They ensure excellence in people centered care with quality-of-service delivery and the development of programs based on the diverse community needs. In addition, the CCO monitors service delivery to ensure services reflect client recovery plans and meet the local, county, regional, and state policies and procedure; and represents the agency in a positive and professional manner. The CCO helps to plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise the clinical services under the supervision of the CEO; ensures quality clinical services are provided; prepares reports as required. Supervise and monitor all documentation activities for the clinical programs in keeping with Agency philosophy and policies, and State and County guidelines. They will maintain, oversee, and participate in QI activities. Provide leadership in assuring policies & procedures are kept up to date based on the regulatory environment and responding to audits. They may also provide limited direct client services to assure relevance of policies and procedures and understanding of clinical electronic medical record system. The CCO may represent the CEO in clinical internal or community meetings.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Follow Willapa Behavioral Health & Wellness Service Excellence Standards / Code of Ethics and Policies and Procedures

Adhere to rules of confidentiality.

Respect and accommodate a diverse population.

Maintain appropriate boundaries with staff.

Work remotely using telehealth technology as determined by management, with occasional on-site visits as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Plan, implement, and coordinate supervision with the clinical teams under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer.

Monitor all documentation activities for the clinical programs in keeping with Willapa Behavioral Health (WBH) service excellence standards.

Attend staff meetings as needed, and provide one on one supervision for direct reports.

Maintain Supervision log of direct report interactions.

Sign off on associate license hours for therapists working toward full licensure as needed.

Attends professional conferences and workshops as appropriate to responsibilities of position and program needs.

Effectively communicate with all levels of leadership, personnel, and clients. Work collaboratively with clinical managers to establish and attain mutually beneficial goals. Ensure individual and team performance meets agency and industry standards for service excellence, productivity and other KPIs, as well as contract deliverables to ensure community partner trust and a positive reputation for WBHW.

Salary: $85,000 - $90,000RequirementsJOB REQUIREMENTS:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Social Work.

Minimum of five years direct clinical experience required plus a minimum of three years administrative or supervisory experience preferred.

Current registered/certification/ license.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, computer proficiency to document in the electronic medical record (EMR) and utilize telehealth and Microsoft office suite.

Undergo and pass criminal background check upon initial employment and any subsequent checks required by the agency.

Meet requirements of agency's drug free workplace policy.

Excellent customer service with a client focus.

Able to sit, stand and move for long hours at a time and lift up to 25 pounds.

A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle and be able to meet requirements to be insurance on WBHW insurance plan.

Able to drive in daylight, darkness, and typical Northwest weather conditions.

Flexibility to provide limited client care.

Meet the current Washington health care vaccination requirements for health care workers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in a rural, outpatient setting.

Salary Description 85,000 - $90,000