Director Behavioral Health / Behavioral Health Manager III
Company: Kaiser
Location: Concord
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
In conjunction with Behavioral Health Chiefs of Services,
responsible for the operational, service and fiscal management of
psychiatric patient care services in a facility. Directs the
operations of a full service, high volume behavioral health
facility (inpatient and outpatient). --Develops strategies on key
initiatives, ensures compliance with regulations, and consults on
patient care service issues. Builds a strong, competent staff, and
ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, and cost effective
behavioral health services which comply with local, state, and
federal requirements.Essential Responsibilities:In conjunction with
the Chiefs of Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Services, manages
behavioral health staff in a facility.Coordinates the operations of
department by maintaining appropriate staffing levels, and
developing/monitoring performance improvement, safety, quality and
regulatory standards. Accountable for access outcomes, service
goals and quality outcomes, such as feedback informed care.Develops
strategic plans and ensures their successful implementation,
including maximizing access and improving efficiencies while
maintaining quality outcomes and the patient care
experience.Oversees budget planning/development/monitoring.
--Manages the financial performance, identifies and implements
strategies to reduce costs, --and improves quality of service and
care.Directs the management of human resources, labor relations,
employee and department safety and risk management issues. Provides
strategies on workforce planning, including recruiting and
retaining a well-trained and competent staff. --Ensures ongoing
professional development for self, clinical staff, support staff,
and student affiliates.Accountable for department and regulatory
standards, policies and procedures. Directs development and
implementation of quality and utilization standards across the
continuum of care to ensure coordinated plans of treatment,
customer focused delivery of services and cost effective
utilization of necessary services.Ensures compliance with
regulations and directives of the Joint Commission and DMHC, as
well as federal, state, and local regulations.Designs and
implements a safety program to create an environment of safety for
both staff and members.Communicates effectively with all levels to
demonstrate the work of the department and its contribution toward
TPMG goals and initiatives.Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation
reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser
Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job
descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly
pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after
notice is given to affected employees.Basic
Qualifications:ExperienceMinimum of three (3) years previous
management experience in a large department in a complex healthcare
setting.EducationBachelor's degree in nursing, social work or other
health related field; or, if no license in Psychology, Marriage
Family Therapy or Clinical Social Work, Master's degree in Public
Health or related field required.License, Certification,
RegistrationMust have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain
an NPI, prior to employment start date if licensed.Additional
Requirements:Demonstrated accomplishments in health care
leadership.Comprehensive knowledge of federal state and local
regulatory standards required.Knowledge of social services
agencies, state regulations and APA standards as they relate to
client treatment, patient rights and client/patient
confidentiality, and other ethical issues.Excellent interpersonal
and communication skills.Demonstrated achievements in management
and staff development.Excellent labor relations and human relations
skills.Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership
environment.Preferred Qualifications:Current valid license as a
Psychologist or Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Clinical
Social Worker in the State of California, or Advanced Practitioner
RN preferred.Job Schedule: Job Category: Behavioral Health, Social
Services & Spiritual Care
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