Clinical Director – Western Montana Region and Telehealth Services

Salary: $90,000 - $105,000

Intermountain Deaconess Children’s Services is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Behavioral Health Clinical Director to lead and oversee our community services in western Montana and telehealth services. The western region includes Lewis & Clark County, west to the state line, and Northwest MT counties. As the Clinical Director, you will be responsible for overseeing our licensed Mental Health Center by ensuring the delivery of high-quality behavioral health care to our clients, managing a team of clinicians, and implementing effective strategies to enhance services delivery of our diverse client population. Your expertise in behavioral health and strong leadership skills will be instrumental in guiding our team of clinicians and driving the success of our programs.

Why Intermountain?

Over 100 years ago, our organization was founded on the belief that we can make children’s lives better. Today, we still believe that. At Intermountain, we have pioneered a treatment model that meets people where they are at developmentally and structures a treatment plan based on trust and relationships. We want our clients to thrive and grow, and we want that for our coworkers too. At Intermountain, you will find a supportive culture that nurtures growth and learning. We are tenacious in our pursuits, curious about our work, and quick to extend grace to ourselves, one another, and those we serve.

You:

Start each day knowing you are part of someone’s healing journey.
Provide hope to people working to improve their behavioral and mental health.
Bring your authentic self to work every day in a space that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Get to decide where this job takes you. We have ample opportunities for growth and change.

We:

Want you to enjoy coming to work each day and feel purpose in the job you do.
Understand that life happens.
Hope to see you thrive and grow.
Realize your happiness is key to how you show up and serve our clients each day.

A day on the job looks like:

Clinical Oversight and Leadership:

Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and support to a team of behavioral health professionals ensuring adherence to best practices, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure the delivery of evidence-based and culturally competent care.
Serve as a subject matter expert, offering clinical consultation and guidance to staff on complex cases, treatment approaches, and ethical dilemmas.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, social workers, primary care providers, and community organizations, to coordinate client care and promote integrated services.
Stay updated on current research, best practices, and emerging trends in behavioral health to continuously improve service delivery.

Program Development and Evaluation:

Collaborate with strategic leadership to develop and enhance community outpatient and telehealth programs to meet the evolving needs of our clients and the community.
Monitor program outcomes, key performance indicators, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and treatment plans.
Implement quality assurance measures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and ethical guidelines.
Identify opportunities for program expansion and advocate for resources to support growth and sustainability.
Identify and address gaps in service delivery, making recommendations for program enhancements and improvements.
Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as community organizations and healthcare providers, to establish and maintain partnerships that enhance service coordination and continuity of care.

Staff Development and Training:

Provide ongoing training, supervision, and professional development opportunities for clinical staff, promoting their growth and maintaining high standards of practice.
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth, teamwork, and a comprehensive, client-centered approach committed to excellence.
Conduct regular performance evaluations and facilitate opportunities for feedback, growth, and skill enhancement.

Compliance and Risk Management:

Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and licensing requirements governing behavioral health services.
Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential clinical and operational risks.
Collaborate with the compliance department to establish and maintain effective policies and procedures related to privacy, confidentiality, and informed consent.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
Licensure as a Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Montana is required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the behavioral health field, with a focus on outpatient and telehealth services.
Proven experience in clinical supervision, program development, and staff management.
Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices in behavioral health treatment modalities.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and ethical guidelines in behavioral health care.
Familiarity with electronic health record systems and telehealth platforms.
Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with a diverse client population.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account contributions
Paid Personal & Holiday Leave
401K Matching Contribution
Relocation assistance available

Intermountain is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Apply online at www.intermountain.org

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