Job Description

POSITION TITLE : Behavioral Health Program Director

REPORTS TO : Executive Director

SUPERVISES : Behavioral Health Program staff

STATUS: Full time exempt

SUMMARY

Under the supervision and in consultation with the executive director, this position is responsible for the daily management of ReWA’s Behavioral Health Program operations at multi-sites including: all planning, funding, monitoring, and evaluation activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruit and develop staff through hiring, training, performance evaluations, and professional development planning.
• Supervise clinical services to ensure treatment is clinically appropriate, effective and meets professional and ethical standards.
• Review client files to ensure quality of care and compliance with WACs and contract requirements.
• Facilitate department meetings to guide clinical decision-making and monitor contract deliverables.
• Ensure document compliance which includes client intakes, progress reports, and treatment plans, ensure documents are up to date and meet regulatory standards.
• Evaluate program performance and effectiveness, identify and address strengths and weaknesses.
• Cultivate partnerships with community organizations, service providers, and other entities to work collaboratively in support of Program activities.
• Expand client reach by maintaining and strengthening the program’s client base.
• In collaboration with the Finance Director, develop and manage the program’s budget.
• Submit timely and accurate contract invoicing and reports.
• Track performance metrics and ensure program goals and contractual outcomes are achieved; attend partner meetings across King County.
• Maintain program compliance by updating and reviewing ReWA’s Behavioral Health policies, manuals, and procedures per State and WACs requirements; submit annual licensing application.
• Coordinate with internal programs through ReWA to promote continuity of care.
• Oversee internal reporting of statistical data on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Ensure reporting is shared with partners, King County, and various regulatory agencies.
• Analyze external reports from funders, contracts, and King County to ensure alignment and responsiveness.
• Prepare for audits by ensuring documentation and internal processes are audit-ready.
• Represent the department and through participation in management, staff meetings, and agency trainings.
• Represent ReWA externally by attending partner meetings, trainings, and industry events.
• Implement updated policies and procedures and ensure staff are trained and maintain consistency with new policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience managing complex funding streams including grants and King County contracts.
• Current independent license to practice in WA state (LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT).
• Master’s degree or higher in counseling, marriage and family therapy, or clinical social work from a CACREP-accredited university.
• Strong understanding of and ability to interpret and implement federal, state, and local behavioral health policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated success in organization change management.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage an incredibly diverse, multi-cultural team.
• Experience training and coaching individuals at all levels including new, tenured, and intern staff members.
• Effective multitasking and time management skills.
• Commitment to cultural competency and respect for diverse perspectives.
• Two or more years of experience in program management, budgeting, and evaluation.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-7 years of clinical service delivery experience.
• 5-7 years of management and administrative experience.
• Approved Supervisor and Ethnic Minority Mental Health status.
• Experience working with refugee and immigrant communities.

BENEFITS : Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life insurance, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, 403(b) plan, Student Loan Forgiveness eligible

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