Clinical Program Director HLOC (PHP / IOP) at Clarity Clinic

Oak Brook, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Leadership, Program Oversight, Evidence Based Practices, Regulatory Standards, Strategic Goals, Staff Supervision, Data-Driven Decisions, Workflow Optimization, Hiring, Treatment Planning, Clinical Documentation, Crisis Intervention, Change Management, Quality Assurance, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Operational Efficiency

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Job Description Job Title: Clinical Program Director HLOC (PHP / IOP) Position Type: Full-time Department: Psychological Services Reports to: Senior Director of HLOC (PHP / IOP) FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: Clarity Clinic is an interdisciplinary group private practice of Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Advanced Practice Providers (PAs, NPs), Psychologists, and Therapists. Our mission is to thoughtfully guide the whole person on their journey to find clarity and mental wellness by providing exceptional holistic care. Our staff of Psychiatrists, Advanced Practice Providers and Psychotherapists offer the latest medication, psychological assessment, and therapy treatment as we help guide our patients toward mental wellness and a balanced personal and professional lifestyle. Our team offers a broad range of specialties, services, and orientations to support and help all people regardless of their place in life. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to provide holistic care in psychiatry, psychotherapy and much more. The Director of PHP/IOP oversees the day-to-day operations, clinical quality, and strategic growth of Clarity Clinic's Partial Hospitalization Program and Intensive Outpatient Program. This leadership role requires a balance of clinical expertise, operational acumen, and team management to ensure exceptional patient care and program effectiveness. The Director will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, provide guidance to clinical staff, and drive initiatives to optimize the quality and outcomes of PHP/IOP services. Duties/ Responsibilities: • Provide leadership and oversight of the PHP/IOP programs, ensuring adherence to evidencebased practices and regulatory standards. • Develop and implement program policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines that align with Clarity Clinic's mission and values. • Collaborate with executive team to set strategic goals and expand services to meet community and organizational needs. • Stay informed about industry trends and incorporate innovative approaches to enhance program offerings. • Supervise and support clinical staff, including clinical supervisors, therapists, prescribers, and case managers, ensuring high-quality care delivery. • Monitor program utilization, capacity, and efficiency, making data-driven decisions to improve operations. • Oversee scheduling, staff allocation, and workflow to ensure smooth daily operations. • Collaborate with billing, administrative, and operational teams to address challenges and optimize reimbursement processes. • Hire, train, and evaluate PHP/IOP staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. • Oversee treatment planning, group facilitation, and therapeutic interventions, ensuring they meet client needs and align with program goals. • Review clinical documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices and Joint Commission standards Qualifications and Minimum Requirements: • Must be fully licensed to practice independently in the state of Illinois with one of the following licensures: LCSW/LCPC/LMFT or PsyD. • 2+ years of clinical leadership experience. • Experience in working in an Intensive Outpatient (IOP) or Partial Hospitalization (PHP) setting, working with groups, families, and individuals. • Experience working with an array of populations, diagnoses, including co-occurring disorders. Role Competencies: • Leadership and Clinical Oversight - Provides expert clinical leadership, setting and upholding high standards of care, while ensuring that practices align with regulatory and best-practice guidelines. • Program Development and Innovation - Identifies areas for programmatic improvement and implements innovative solutions to enhance patient care and operational effectiveness. • Strategic Vision and Execution - Develops and drives strategic plans that align with organizational goals, routinely assessing progress and adapting strategies as needed. • Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance - Ensures compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations. Conducts quality audits and implements protocols to meet and exceed standards. • Data-Driven Decision Making - Utilizes data analytics and performance metrics to guide decisions, program improvements, and resource allocation, emphasizing evidence-based practices. • Talent Development and Supervision - Leads recruitment, onboarding, and development for all team members. Mentors staff to foster a culture of growth, high performance, and continuous learning. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration - Facilitates collaboration across departments, building strong internal and external partnerships to support integrated patient care. • Ethical Practice and Integrity - Promotes a culture of ethical practice, ensuring that all team members uphold high standards of integrity and professionalism in patient care and operations. • Patient-Centered Care - Prioritizes patient well-being and experience in all aspects of care delivery, championing advocacy and quality care initiatives. • Operational Efficiency and Process Improvement - Streamlines operational processes, enhancing efficiency, minimizing bottlenecks, and improving overall service quality. • Clinical Expertise and Knowledge - Demonstrates advanced expertise in clinical practice, keeping current with treatment advancements, best practices, and emerging therapeutic approaches. • Outcome Measurement and Reporting - Establishes metrics to track and report on program success, using outcome data. • Crisis Intervention and Response - Oversees crisis management protocols, ensuring that staff are prepared to respond effectively to emergency situations. • Training Development and Implementation - Designs, implements, and evaluates training programs to enhance clinical competencies and professional skills across the team. Ensures training aligns with organizational goals and reflects best practices for quality care. • Change Management and Adaptability - Guides the team through organizational changes, fostering resilience and adaptability. Develops strategies to support staff in adjusting to new policies, protocols, and workflows. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear or effectively communicate with others. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and use a keyboard. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Other duties The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. We celebrate diversity when it comes to all backgrounds and identities, and we encourage applications from minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, candidates of all ages, and nontraditional backgrounds. Clarity Clinic an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics

Responsibilities

The Director oversees the daily operations, clinical quality, and strategic expansion of the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This involves providing leadership, supervising clinical staff, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices, and driving initiatives to optimize program effectiveness and patient outcomes.