Director, Community-Based Services

About Claratel Behavioral Health Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization offering a full range of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services to underserved individuals. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates in more than 20 locations in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct-care and support staff. If you are passionate about driving change in behavioral health and developmental services and are eager to work in an environment that values innovation and inclusivity, Claratel Behavioral Health is the place for you. Here, your work is impactful, your growth is prioritized, and your well-being is supported. Together, we can forge pathways to a healthier future for all. Job Summary As an important member of our multi-disciplinary team, provides clinical and business management and oversight of community-based programs and services, which entails several levels of care in the services continuum. Responsible for ensuring quality client care, supporting staff performance, and actively participating in organizational initiatives. Programs currently within the Community-Based Services Department include: Case ManagementTargeted Case ManagementSupported Employment Duties And Responsibilities Operations Develops and monitors budget for all programs under director’s supervisionManages all aspects of personnel under the responsibility of the director with appropriate collaboration as necessaryDemonstrates data driven decision capabilities in daily operations and long-term planningOversees and ensures programs comply with contractual and regulatory requirements, including CARF and DBHDDRole models excellent communication and customer service to both internal and external clientsEnsures environmental safety and therapeutic milieu for staff and clientsManages contracts with DBHDD and external agencies Clinical Assures appropriate clinical functioning for all programs under director’s supervisionEnsures high-quality documentation through reviews, audits, and adherence to DBHDD provider manual and agency guidelinesAssures ethical standards and the provision of highest level of servicesEnhances development of staff by ensuring clinical supervision and on-going educationProvides clinical leadership to promote best practices Organizational Contribution Develops and promotes collaborative internal and external relationshipsActively supports and implements agency strategic goalsDevelops potential leaders to support substantive contribution and leadership successionConsistently demonstrates clinical and professional leadership presence Skill, Competency, And Education And/Or Licensure Requirements Demonstrated success in upper management with two years of administrative experience and two years of experience in behavioral health service delivery. Current Georgia license as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT. INTER-RELATIONSHIPS Able to communicate effectively with co-workers, internal and external customers, and the public. Ability to effectively interact and communicate with clients and families. WORKING CONDITIONS Within clinic and community settings Monday-Friday 8:15am-5:00pm; however, some evening and weekend hours may be required as dictated by program needs. Travel throughout DBHDD Region 3 required and occasional travel through the state of Georgia. Ability to use a computer, telephone, fax, copy and scanning machine. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background (fingerprint) check, have valid Georgia driver’s license and motor vehicle record, complete/pass agency-sponsored defensive driving course, as well as all other agency-required trainings. NEEDED ATTRIBUTES Ability to handle self well under stressful situationsAbility to demonstrate initiative, flexibility, and professionalismAbility to communicate well with othersAbility to shift between tasks quickly and with little disruptionAbility to work within frameworks of a medical model and recovery modelAbility to work with co-occurring disordersAbility to work and community effectively with diverse populations Pre-employment drug screening and successful completion of a criminal history background check is required. Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E-Verify (Company ID: 226305) Claratel Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who may require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law to perform the essential functions of this job are encouraged to contact Human Resources at hrhelp@claratel.org.