Director of Integrative Clinical and Court Services
About the role
The Director of Integrative Clinical and Court Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for clinical programming and court-involved patient services, including Involuntary Treatment Act (ITA) processes, forensic evaluations, and legal coordination. This role ensures alignment between clinical teams, legal partners, and community resources to support high-quality, trauma-informed, and legally compliant care for individuals receiving behavioral health services. The Director leads initiatives that integrate therapeutic practices with court-mandated requirements and regulatory expectations.
Key responsibilities
- Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical programs, ensuring evidence-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed care models.
- Collaborate with Leadership, Directors, Program Directors, Social Workers, Therapists, and Case Managers to ensure treatment planning is aligned with patient needs and legal circumstances.
- Monitor performance metrics related to treatment outcomes, utilization review, and patient flow.
- Direct and oversee all operations related to court-ordered evaluations and involuntary commitments (including 72-hour, 14-day, and 90-day ITA holds).
- Serve as liaison with County Designated Crisis Responders (DCRs), courts, law enforcement, public defenders, and prosecuting attorneys.
- Ensure timely preparation and submission of legal documentation, evaluations, affidavits, and court packets.
- Represent the hospital in court hearings and coordinate staff involvement as necessary.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Work or a clinically related mental health field required.
- Licensed in the state of Washington or Licensed Psychologist preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the psychiatric/mental health field, with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in advanced clinical/management practice preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of involuntary treatment processes, forensic behavioral health, or court related clinical operations.
- A strong knowledge of Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSHA regulations, patient rights standards, and all other applicable federal and state laws and regulations governing mental health care facilities.
Benefits
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Cafeteria on site + one free meal per day
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
Pay
This is a full-time role, with an expected annual compensation range of $105,000 to $120,000, plus eligible for annual bonus. Consideration will be provided to experience and skill level.