What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Outpatient Services position at Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital?
We are looking for an experienced Director of Outpatient services for our 116-bed behavioral health hospital in Desoto, Texas. The Director of Outpatient Services will be responsible for the leadership and growth of our PHP and IOP programs. The Director of Outpatient Services will be responsible for coordinating all patient services and retaining quality personnel through hiring, training, and constant evaluation of programming. The activities listed below are not all inclusive; however, they are indicative of the types of activities normally performed and overseen by this position:
- Creates, directs, and implements the policies and procedures for the outpatient services function. Ensures a high level of quality care and services for patients by coordinating and communicating operational procedures to staff and various programs under outpatient.
- Monitors, evaluates, and modifies programs while adhering to company guidelines and standards.
- Develops and implements training to ensure that all employees receive adequate direction on preferred clinical practices, approaches, and current system trends. Seeks out additional internal and external training resources when necessary. Ensures that regulatory and organizational training requirements are satisfied.
- Ensures that both internal and external incident reporting requirements are met for all crises and unusual incidents.
- Partners with internal and external partners on programs.
- Attends all external and internal meetings and training sessions as required.
- Services as the department fiscal manager.
- Carries out personnel management activities associated with direct staff supervision, including screening and selection, orientation training and development, performance management, and employee relations functions Performs related duties as requested.
- Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing
Requirements
Minimum Education: Advanced degree in behavioral science or mental-health related field required.
Experience: Clinical, supervisory and administrative experience in an outpatient mental health setting preferred. General knowledge of areas of psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment required.
Preferred Licenses: Licensed to practice in the State of Texas as a LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC.
Additional Requirements: Must obtain and maintain approved CPR certification and Management of Aggressive Behavior training including restraint and seclusion policies.
Requirements
Minimum Education - High School or equivalent required. Technical training a plus.
Minimum Work Experience
- 7-10 years relevant experience in operations, facilities and maintenance work. 3-5 years in a leadership position managing others is required.
- Ability to read technical blue print information, write policies, management and supervisory skills required.
- Experience with OSHA, CMS, Joint Commission requirements and standards within a health or hospital environment preferred.
Required Licenses TX Driver's License
