Associate Medical Director: Child and Family Programs- 6467

Associate Medical Director: Child and Family Programs- 6467 Job Category: Medical Provider Requisition Number: ASSOC006467 Locations: Showing 1 location Manchester, CT 06040, USA Description A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it's like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters. JOB TITLE: Associate Medical Director EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, 40 hours/wk SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM PROGRAM/LOCATION: Child and Family Programs, Manchester CT- will require travel to surrounding CHR locations (Manchester, Enfield and Willimantic)

PC#: 1115

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative & Clinical Management (40% effort) Responsible for the oversight of all medical services within the Child & Family Services Division. Participate in the development and implementation of all policies and procedures governing the provision of the Division’s medical services, assuring consistency with the agency mission, agency-wide policies and licensing and accreditation standards Coordinate and integrate medical services with treatment planning and delivery of care in close collaboration with the Medical Director and SVP for Child and Family services. Provide clinical consultation and support to Outpatient, Crisis, Community Outreach, and Residential Teams and/or arrange oversight for their meetings. Work with program managers to oversee client treatment plans. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with community health organizations and outside medical services to ensure coordination of client care. Provide clinical training, education, and mentorship to medical staff, therapists and multi-disciplinary team members to enhance knowledge, promote best practices, and support professional development across the organization. Provide individual and group supervision of Division psychiatrists and APRN’s to ensure compliance with accepted practice guidelines. Facilitate and/or participate in program meetings addressing risk. Chair Outpatient Admission Review meetings to authorize treatment. Manage performance of the Child and Family Psychiatrists and APRN’s to CHR expected standards. Review the prescription practices of Division’s psychiatrists and APRN’s Review the practices of the nursing staff and medication certified residential staff to ensure adherence to appropriate medical practice. Evaluate the quality and cost-effectiveness of agency Child and Family medical services through utilization of the agency’s Performance Improvement System and through direct supervision of medical staff. Participate in agency-wide performance improvement initiatives to review and improve upon CHR standards of care for Child and Family Services. Clinical Service (60% effort) Provide direct clinical services to clients, including psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, ongoing treatment, and medication reviews for clients referred from outpatient, crisis, community outreach and residential programs. Provide 24-hour on-call availability, consultation, and support for the Division. Conduct case conferences/consultations as required internally and participate in those initiated by payers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: M.D. Psychiatrist – Board Certified in Psychiatry, Board Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Experience: Experience with seriously emotionally disturbed children and adolescents. Experience working with multi-disciplinary team. Experience and commitment working in a managed care environment. Experience in working collaboratively with professional staff from other disciplines. Experience implementing Joint Commission accreditation standards. Experience in planning, supervising and executing a comprehensive child and adolescent psychiatric medical service program. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure by State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine in CT. Board certifications in Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Why Join CHR? Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years! Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday! Retirement Savings: Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan. Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance! Education & Tuition Support: Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs. Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites). Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities. FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs. Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide. Wellness Program: Annual wellness stipend. FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families. Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more! Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program. Employee Involvement: Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees! Stay Informed: Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop. And So Much More: Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility. Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities! CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply. Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr (CHR) Community Health Resources, Inc.