Behavioral Health Director oversees the study and treatment of patients with emotional, mental, or psychological disorders. Develops, implements, and updates strategic initiatives, programs, and services. Being a Behavioral Health Director manages and directs the operations of behavioral health services. Uses knowledge of behavioral health research and trends to ensure the department's practices are up-to-date and effective. Additionally, Behavioral Health Director establishes training programs and supports and supervises staff. Ensures all behavioral health operations comply with clinical guidelines and regulations. Requires an advanced degree in psychology or related field. Typically reports to top management. The Behavioral Health Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Behavioral Health Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the Director of Behavioral Health Services is primarily responsible for providing LCSW therapy services, as well as administrative supervision and support (e.g.: client oversight, case consultation, timecard approval, productivity reports) for agency-wide mental health services and staff, including LCSW providers, Behavioral Health Case Managers and ECM Program Team. The Director of Behavioral Health Services position is an integral part of the management team and successfully collaborates with colleagues to ensure overall program and agency effectiveness. The Director of Behavioral Health Services is accountable for ensuring delivery of exceptional services that are focused on the client needs while also upholding TVFS and DMH standards. The Director of Behavioral Health Services is also responsible for ensuring accurate billing and documentation. The Director of Behavioral Health Services is responsible for improving the overall program and using LCSW and administrative knowledge to improve the way services are delivered and documented. The Director of Behavioral Health Services serves at the ECM Program Director and ECM Clinical Consultant, as per ECM policy and procedures manual and contractual requirements.
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