Washington State ESD
DSHS Maple Lane - Clinical Services Manager - Psychologist
Washington State ESD, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
DSHS's Behavioral Health & Habilitation Administration (BHHA) is seeking a
Clinical Services Manager
to oversee the civil commitment program at Behavioral Health and Treatment Centers - Maple Lane located in Grand Mound, WA, near Chehalis. Are you a licensed psychologist searching for a rewarding and engaging career at a civil psychiatric center dedicated to recovery? This opportunity could be the perfect fit for you. You will lead a civil program that is groundbreaking within the state and learn about forensic mental health, chronic mental illness, and competency restoration as well as the forensic evaluation system.
This is an opportunity to lead and supervise an interdisciplinary team within a well-functioning therapeutic environment and provide excellent treatment to assist residents in their progress toward psychiatric stability and recovery. You will collaborate and coordinate with the psychiatric provider to be a co-petitioner on civil commitment petitions and/or less restrictive alternative petitions. Reporting to the BHTC Chief Clinical Officer, you will provide effective oversight to maintain compliance with certification and evidence-based treatment standards, state and federal regulations, and agency/division requirements. You will also provide reliable guidance, consultation, and clinical assistance in the development and implementation of behavioral health treatment center policies and procedures related to clinical services.
A flexible work schedule may be considered for this on-site administrative role, with one telework day per week. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise psychologist 4s and psychiatric social worker 4s who oversee psychology associates, psychiatric social workers, and recreation specialists.
As court-liaison, complete treatment declarations and serve as co-petitioner with the psychiatric provider.
Provide clinical leadership to Program Specialists and Institutional Counselors.
Ensure the quality of evidence-based clinical services is maintained through individual and group supervision.
Conduct annual performance reviews for staff under direct supervision, including establishing specific professional development goals.
Provide guidance to ensure clinical records are accurate, current, and meet licensing regulations and policy.
Provide consultation and support to staff, including being available for debriefing about difficult situations.
Provide backup clinical care to residents when assigned staff are unavailable.
Provide information to leadership about in-service training offered to staff, ensuring it meets licensure standards and clinical needs.
Participate in and actively support community advisory committees and needs assessments. Implement and maintain procedures to evaluate programs and services, including BHHA Strategic Plan/Results Map workgroups.
Qualifications Licensed Psychologists with a PsyD and post-doctoral experience in clinical assessment. Concurrent experience should include:
Familiarity with providing evidence-based treatment to clients.
Experience managing others and providing clinical supervision to professional staff.
Knowledge of the civil commitment process, regulations, and petition work is preferred.
This job is classified as a WMS3. The hiring supervisor may review applications and make a hiring decision at any time during the advertisement process. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so please apply as soon as possible.
Additional Information Questions about this opportunity? Please contact Kris George at kris.george@dshs.wa.gov and reference project number 05139. To learn more about DSHS, go to www.dshs.wa.gov.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision requires equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitments in the work. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history may be conducted. Information from the background check will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license and, if using a privately owned vehicle, liability insurance. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may contact via Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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Clinical Services Manager
to oversee the civil commitment program at Behavioral Health and Treatment Centers - Maple Lane located in Grand Mound, WA, near Chehalis. Are you a licensed psychologist searching for a rewarding and engaging career at a civil psychiatric center dedicated to recovery? This opportunity could be the perfect fit for you. You will lead a civil program that is groundbreaking within the state and learn about forensic mental health, chronic mental illness, and competency restoration as well as the forensic evaluation system.
This is an opportunity to lead and supervise an interdisciplinary team within a well-functioning therapeutic environment and provide excellent treatment to assist residents in their progress toward psychiatric stability and recovery. You will collaborate and coordinate with the psychiatric provider to be a co-petitioner on civil commitment petitions and/or less restrictive alternative petitions. Reporting to the BHTC Chief Clinical Officer, you will provide effective oversight to maintain compliance with certification and evidence-based treatment standards, state and federal regulations, and agency/division requirements. You will also provide reliable guidance, consultation, and clinical assistance in the development and implementation of behavioral health treatment center policies and procedures related to clinical services.
A flexible work schedule may be considered for this on-site administrative role, with one telework day per week. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise psychologist 4s and psychiatric social worker 4s who oversee psychology associates, psychiatric social workers, and recreation specialists.
As court-liaison, complete treatment declarations and serve as co-petitioner with the psychiatric provider.
Provide clinical leadership to Program Specialists and Institutional Counselors.
Ensure the quality of evidence-based clinical services is maintained through individual and group supervision.
Conduct annual performance reviews for staff under direct supervision, including establishing specific professional development goals.
Provide guidance to ensure clinical records are accurate, current, and meet licensing regulations and policy.
Provide consultation and support to staff, including being available for debriefing about difficult situations.
Provide backup clinical care to residents when assigned staff are unavailable.
Provide information to leadership about in-service training offered to staff, ensuring it meets licensure standards and clinical needs.
Participate in and actively support community advisory committees and needs assessments. Implement and maintain procedures to evaluate programs and services, including BHHA Strategic Plan/Results Map workgroups.
Qualifications Licensed Psychologists with a PsyD and post-doctoral experience in clinical assessment. Concurrent experience should include:
Familiarity with providing evidence-based treatment to clients.
Experience managing others and providing clinical supervision to professional staff.
Knowledge of the civil commitment process, regulations, and petition work is preferred.
This job is classified as a WMS3. The hiring supervisor may review applications and make a hiring decision at any time during the advertisement process. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so please apply as soon as possible.
Additional Information Questions about this opportunity? Please contact Kris George at kris.george@dshs.wa.gov and reference project number 05139. To learn more about DSHS, go to www.dshs.wa.gov.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision requires equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitments in the work. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history may be conducted. Information from the background check will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license and, if using a privately owned vehicle, liability insurance. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may contact via Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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