IBHS Clinical Director

Job Description

Job Description

The IBHS Clinical Director (CD) of the Individual (IDV) service line is responsible for a variety of clinical tasks and responsibilities. The CD-IDV must ensure that client delivery of services adheres to best-practice standards and evidence-based treatment models while remaining compatible with Intensive Behavior Health Services (IBHS) regulations and Manage Care Organization (MCO) guidelines that ensure high-quality treatment to the client and family. As a CD-IDV this position will provide direct supervision to the BC and MT staff as well as clinical support and training. Tasks are diverse and are completed under the direct supervision of the Chief Clinical Officer.

The Clinical Director (CD) of the Individual (IDV) service line is responsible for, but not limited to the following:
• Provides training and collaboration with BC and MT workers and ensures that all Intensive Behavior Health Services (IBHS) training requirements are followed and are within the specified timeframes as dictated by Matrix Behavior Solutions, LLC policy and IBHS requirements.
• Will supervise BC and MT (1-hour a month face-to-face or 2-hours a month for those BC and MT who offer supervision to BHTs, 30-minutes every 6-months of direct observation) staff and ensures that their work is meeting IBHS regulatory requirements, Matrix Behavior Solutions, LLC policies and procedures, best-practice standards, and evidence-based practices.
• Aid/assist the Senior Clinical Director with developing and maintaining an individualized training plan for all supervisees.
• Evaluates clinical competency of supervisees and completes performance evaluations.
• Audit the clinical records of supervisees and validate the quality and quantity of services provided.
• Maintain clinical supervision as well if rendering IBHS treatment to clients.
• Adherence to best practice treatment models that align with mental health licensing boards.
• Effective communication with colleagues, supervisors, and all appropriate parties regarding Treatment Updates, Assessments, and Individualized Treatment Plans. Comply with all Matrix Behavior Solutions, LLC paperwork and documentation in accordance with MCO regulations and company policy within designated timeframes.

The responsibilities assigned to a CD of Individual Service Line are completed remotely. As a CD of the Individual Service Line is open to accepting cases, supervisees, and willing to work within their scope of competency, training, and education to ensure best practice standards and effective treatment outcomes.

Qualifications:
The Clinical Director (CD) of Individual (IDV) services must possess, at a minimum:
• A master's degree in the mental health field with preferred one year post graduate experience in the provision of mental health direct services and meet one of the following:
1) Must be licensed in this Commonwealth as a physician practicing psychiatry, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, certified registered nurse practitioner with a mental health certification or clinical social worker.
2) Must be licensed in this Commonwealth as a behavior specialist, social worker, or as a professional with a scope of practice that includes overseeing the provision of IBHS and have a graduate degree that required a clinical or mental health direct service practicum.

Minimum Skills and Abilities:
Individuals who function in this capacity, at a minimum must:
• Possess the ability to analyze complex issues and solve them correctly and creatively.
• Possess strong communication skills in both a verbal and written format.
• Possess the ability to meet established deadlines and schedules.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the clients and the client's family.
• Be organized and efficient in the performance of their job.
• Language proficiency: must have the capacity to create, read, and evaluate Individual Treatment Plans and Assessments.
• Ability to successfully reply to the most complicated questions about clients and/or families.
• Can transfer skills to clients, families, and requested parties in treatment.
• Knowledge of mathematics: the capacity to comprehend and use basic mathematical concepts.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the basic principles of psychology and behavioral treatment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mental disabilities and treatments and social implications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of behavior analysis, psychological techniques, theories, and practices employed in the modification of human behavior.

Staff must have appropriate background checks, transcripts of their degree, and clearances to work in direct contact with children and adolescents (ACT 33, 34 and FBI clearances) and be able to participate in Medicaid and Medicare programs. Must also complete the NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) Verification, as well as an active Mandated Reporting Certificate (Act 31).