State of Connecticut
Regional Mental Health Director #250917-2743MD-001
State of Connecticut, Wethersfield, Connecticut, us, 06129
Regional Mental Health Director #250917-2743MD-001
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State of Connecticut Please review the refined description below for clarity and formatting. Introduction
Do you have a passion for supporting others? Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic health care environment in the public sector? Check out this opportunity with the State of Connecticut! The Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) is hiring a
Regional Mental Health Director
based out of Wethersfield, CT. What We Can Offer You
NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page to learn about our medical and dental insurance plans, sick/vacation/personal leave accruals, state holidays, tuition reimbursement and more! Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! POSITION DETAILS
This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position on first shift. Schedule is Monday-Friday between 8:00am and 4:00pm. The position is based at our Central Office, located in Wethersfield, CT. Responsibilities
Provides clinical oversight to Psychiatry providers across the agency; Provides clinical supervision to psychiatry providers; Policy development; Clinical practice guidelines for psychiatry; Participant on Pharmacy and therapeutics committee; May provide testimony for court proceedings representing the agency; Conduct psychiatric evaluations as needed or to provide clinical consultation; Administrative responsibility for psychiatry team; Recruitment/retention; Training/education; Collaboration with outside agencies on psychiatry matters. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of management principles and practices; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; relevant agency policies and procedures; principles, practices and techniques of mental health with particular reference to diagnosis and treatment of offenders; recent developments in field of mental health; Knowledge of administration and clinical operations, functions and systems involving mental health service delivery; Interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; organizational skills; analytical skills; Ability to teach and provide clinical supervision. Minimum Qualifications
General Experience:
Experience in a hospital, clinical setting or correctional facility as a board certified psychiatrist. Special Experience:
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity or as a leader of programs and processes. Special Requirements
Unrestricted license to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut. Certification as a specialist in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. May be required to possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a-7b (f). May be required to possess certification as a specialist in areas such as geriatrics, ABI/TBI, forensics, substance abuse, etc. May be required to possess appropriate current licenses, certifications or permits. May be required to be bilingual. May be required to travel. May be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Acknowledgement
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Regional Mental Health Director #250917-2743MD-001
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State of Connecticut Please review the refined description below for clarity and formatting. Introduction
Do you have a passion for supporting others? Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic health care environment in the public sector? Check out this opportunity with the State of Connecticut! The Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) is hiring a
Regional Mental Health Director
based out of Wethersfield, CT. What We Can Offer You
NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page to learn about our medical and dental insurance plans, sick/vacation/personal leave accruals, state holidays, tuition reimbursement and more! Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! POSITION DETAILS
This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position on first shift. Schedule is Monday-Friday between 8:00am and 4:00pm. The position is based at our Central Office, located in Wethersfield, CT. Responsibilities
Provides clinical oversight to Psychiatry providers across the agency; Provides clinical supervision to psychiatry providers; Policy development; Clinical practice guidelines for psychiatry; Participant on Pharmacy and therapeutics committee; May provide testimony for court proceedings representing the agency; Conduct psychiatric evaluations as needed or to provide clinical consultation; Administrative responsibility for psychiatry team; Recruitment/retention; Training/education; Collaboration with outside agencies on psychiatry matters. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of management principles and practices; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; relevant agency policies and procedures; principles, practices and techniques of mental health with particular reference to diagnosis and treatment of offenders; recent developments in field of mental health; Knowledge of administration and clinical operations, functions and systems involving mental health service delivery; Interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; organizational skills; analytical skills; Ability to teach and provide clinical supervision. Minimum Qualifications
General Experience:
Experience in a hospital, clinical setting or correctional facility as a board certified psychiatrist. Special Experience:
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity or as a leader of programs and processes. Special Requirements
Unrestricted license to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut. Certification as a specialist in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. May be required to possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a-7b (f). May be required to possess certification as a specialist in areas such as geriatrics, ABI/TBI, forensics, substance abuse, etc. May be required to possess appropriate current licenses, certifications or permits. May be required to be bilingual. May be required to travel. May be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Acknowledgement
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
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