Clinical Administrator-Director Behavioral Health Center

Kaiser Permanente

1mo ago

Job
Full-time
Expert Level
Healthcare
Education & Teaching
Scotts Valley

AI generated summary

You need 5+ years in inpatient psychiatry and management, a relevant bachelor's degree, knowledge of mental health laws, strong leadership skills, and ideally a PhD/Psy.D or LCSW certification.
You will oversee clinical teams, ensure regulatory compliance, implement quality care strategies, manage budgets, recruit staff, and enhance patient satisfaction while fostering community relations.

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years of inpatient psychiatric experience.
Minimum five (5) years of progressive management experience required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Social work or other health related field.
National Provider Identifier required at hire.
Current knowledge of mental health law and of the Joint Commission Standards of inpatient psychiatric treatment is required.
Skill in supervision of professional and paraprofessional staff, including making assignments and assisting with counseling and evaluations is crucial.
Knowledge of state and local regulations and APA standards as they relate to client treatment, patient rights and client/patient confidentiality, and other ethical issues.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage through influence and change.
Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations such as: Knox-Keene Act, Federal HMO Act, Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and all applicable Medicare and Medi-Cal regulations.
Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a union environment.
Proven ability to deliver results for meeting organizational objectives.
Proven ability to work effectively with Labor.
Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
PhD/Psy.D in Psychology from an accredited university or professional school strongly preferred.
Based upon extent of qualifications, a Masters degree with LCSW certification may be considered.

Responsibilities

Serves as the supervisor and role model for the whole clinical team and meets regularly with staff to monitor the milieu and the care provided to individual patients. Assures that the facility is in compliance with regulations and directives of the JCAHO, DMH, DHS, and LPS Mental Health laws and with a special focus on ensuring that patient rights are protected at all times. Provides safe, effective and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care, including non-violent crisis intervention techniques and psychiatric rehabilitation principles when called on to do so.
Collaborates with CNO and other medical center management in identifying and implementing innovative models and best practices with an emphasis on quality of care, service improvements and cost reduction. With TPMG partner, directs development and implementation of quality and utilization standards across the continuum of care to ensure coordinated plans of treatment, patient focused delivery of services and cost effective utilization of necessary services. Builds trust with the nursing team through visibility. Coordinates with TPMG to provide for the seamless transition of patients across the continuum of care. Establishes partnerships with facility leadership groups. In collaboration with medical staff and facility leadership ensures a superior care experience and a safe environment with patients and staff.
Ensures policies, practices, and procedures comply with administrative, legal and regulatory requirements of the Health Plan contract and governmental and accrediting agencies. Provides clinical and professional oversight for areas of accountability. Oversees the development of department standards as identified by regulatory agencies including policies and procedures. Develops services that achieve a high level of customer satisfaction with emphasis on customer service, highest standards of quality and innovation. Maintains a state of continuous regulatory readiness. Manages and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety and risk management issues. Enhances nursing practice and patient outcomes through the effective use of clinical practice and GRASP committees.
Assures successful implementation of organizational strategies such as Hospital Efficiency, Work Place Safety, Supply Cost Initiative including OR Back-log, Patient satisfaction.
Directs the budget and resource allocations for designated departments. Manages the financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care and services.
Participates in developing the hospitals plan for the recruitment and retention of nursing resources to ensure that a sufficient number of qualified staff members are available to meet the needs of the patients. Utilizes research data to implement clinical changes and the delivery of patient care and member services. Through the hiring, retention, and development of internal staff in areas of accountability, achieves staffing ratios and optimal patient outcomes with minimal dependence on premium pay (overtime and registry/traveler staff). Mentors nursing managers in development of leadership skills, fiscally accountable staffing/scheduling practices, professional development of staff, and outcomes based practice.
Communicates effectively as hospitals advocate to members of the community, continually seeking ways to improve and promote the public relations objective of the hospital and marketing services.
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.

FAQs

What are the essential responsibilities of the Clinical Administrator-Director of the Behavioral Health Center?

The essential responsibilities include supervising the clinical team, ensuring compliance with regulations, collaborating on quality care initiatives, directing budget allocations, managing staffing resources, and advocating for the facility within the community.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Social Work, or a related health field is required, along with a minimum of five years of inpatient psychiatric experience and five years of progressive management experience.

Is a specific license or certification required?

Yes, a National Provider Identifier is required at hire.

What type of work environment will this position be in?

The position will be in a Labor/Management Partnership environment, and the candidate must demonstrate the ability to achieve results in such settings.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this role?

Preferred qualifications include a PhD/Psy.D in Psychology or a Master’s degree with LCSW certification from an accredited university or professional school.

What is the schedule for this position?

The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

How does the organization prioritize diversity and inclusion?

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, ensuring that all applicants receive consideration without discrimination based on various protected statuses.

Will I be required to handle staffing and human resource issues?

Yes, the role includes managing human resource, labor relations, and employee safety and risk management issues related to nursing and clinical staff.

Is mental health law knowledge important for this position?

Yes, current knowledge of mental health law and Joint Commission standards for inpatient psychiatric treatment is crucial for success in this role.

What is the focus of the quality improvement initiatives within this position?

The focus is on enhancing patient care, service improvements, cost reduction, and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction in accordance with established standards.

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