Director of Clinical Services
Aurora Behavioral Charter Oak
Summary
We are looking for an experienced Director of Clinical Services to join our team. This is a full-time, Exempt position.
Job description
Your Impact
As our Director of Clinical Services, you are seen as a strategic partner to the CEO and work as a team to align organization's overall business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire while making a meaningful impact on our organization's culture, performance, and success.
The Director of Clinical Services (DCS) has 24/7 department responsibilities for assisting in program development and coordinating delivery of patient care in accordance with the established standards of care, mental health practice and hospital policy.
- Assists in the department through interaction with other departments, various professional healthcare disciplines, and external organizations.
- Reviews treatment documentation to assure quality and appropriateness of care, compliance with internal and external policies, and proper transfer and disposition of patients with families and other agencies.
- Supervises professional staff
- Prepares departmental budgets and records
- Ensures that department goals are met and adhering to approved budgets
Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve!
Requirements
- Masters in Social Work or equivalent master's degree in a recognized mental health field
- Current California licensed LCSW or LMFT
- 3-5 years' experience in a healthcare setting; inpatient setting preferred
- 1-3 years' supervisory experience
- Experience in inpatient setting preferred
- Skills in case management, time management, and crisis intervention common to acute psychotic as well as to non-violent crises intervention practice
- Knowledge of acute psychological disorders; advanced principals of abnormal psychology
- Familiarity with available follow-up resource services
- Skills in conducting marital and family group therapy
- Knowledge of The Joint Commission, CMS, All State and Federal regulatory requirements
- Current BLS for healthcare provider card upon hire
- Therapeutic Options™ (TOT) to be obtained prior to providing direct patient care without a preceptor
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Company overview
Aurora Behavioral Charter Oak, operating as Aurora Charter Oak Hospital, is a leading behavioral health and addiction treatment facility located in Covina, California. Established in 2000 and operating at its current location since 1941, the hospital provides comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services across a 10-acre campus in the San Gabriel Valley. The facility offers a full continuum of care including inpatient psychiatric services for adolescents and adults, residential treatment programs, outpatient services, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and specialized chemical dependency treatment. With 134 patient beds and modern therapeutic amenities including a gymnasium and pool, the hospital serves as a critical community resource for Southern California. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital is distinguished by its evidence-based treatment approaches, CARES values framework (Commitment, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Service), and commitment to providing high-quality, affordable behavioral healthcare. The organization maintains 24/7 assessment services and has built strong community partnerships while serving thousands of individuals and families over its 25-year history.