DSHS BHHA Residential Treatment Facility Chief Clinical Officer

Full Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced licensed clinical psychologist with strong clinical skills and a desire to grow an in-patient mental health treatment program within the Behavioral Health and Habiliation Administration (BHHA).

This position will be assigned to the Behavioral Health Treatment Centers (BHTC) Maple Lane Campus located in Centralia, WA.

The BHTC has recently completed the accreditation survey with the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and is awaiting a final accreditation determination.

The BHTC is a fully licensed Residential Treatment Facility and is also awaiting licensure determination with the Department of Health to provide Substance Use Disorder treatment on campus.

The Chief Clinical Officer serves as a member of the BHTC Executive Leadership Team and will provide executive oversight for the in-patient treatment of both civilly committed and court ordered forensic residents.

Residents are supported on both the Maple Lane Campus and in a Competency Restoration program on the Western State Hospital campus in Lakewood, WA.

The BHTC currently supports 138 residents, but the campus is expanding and will serve up to 220 residents.

The Chief Clinical Officer is a key leader that regularly collaborates across the Inter Disciplinary Team with Chief Medical Officer, Psychiatric Nurse Executive, Quality Assurance Director and Deputy Executive Officer.

This position’s portfolio includes Clinical Services Managers, Psychologists, Psychiatric Social Workers, Psychology Associates that serve as court petitions writers, on the End of Sentence Review Committee, assessments and individual and group treatment providers.

This position directly oversees the BHTC Treatment Mall, which has just opened and will begin providing treatment to residents soon.

Our ideal applicant is someone seeking opportunity to build something great!

Maple Lane has a excellent treatment foundation, and we are seeking an innovative leader, invested in learning and developing new treatment curriculum and opportunities to serve mental health residents in our care.

The applicant must demonstrate progressive leadership and management experience in an out/inpatient setting, hospital, or professional environment.

We are looking for a passionate, energetic, positive individual, having the innate ability to establish and build trust, creating a cohesive environment based on the deep appreciation and respect for others where each person is heard and valued, with an innate talent for fostering an inclusive environment, tolerating stress, adapting to changing business needs, and accepting responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work to meet or exceed predetermined goals and objectives.

Some of what you'll do:

• Plan, develop, and direct program operations and service delivery for the BHTC at Maple Lane and Steilacoom Unit Campuses.
• Ensure evidenced based treatment programming and services are provided for all residents currently at the BHTCs.
• Oversee clinical and treatment mall procedures ensuring programming remains evidenced based and in alignment with CARF standards and DOH licensure requirements.
• Consult and collaborate with the BHTC Security Operations Manager to maintain a safe working environment for staff, living environment for residents, and protection for the public at large.
• Oversee and direct all resident care and quality assurance activities related to meeting Washington state licensing standards.
• Assure the BHTC comply with pertinent WACs and legal statutes as they pertain to individuals admitted under RCW 10.77 and 71.05.
• Develop systems of accountability and measures of performance to track adherence to the standards of care for the Commission on Accreditation of Residential Facilities meet or exceed federal and state standards, as well as BHHA and BHTC policies.
• Analyze data to improve organizational performance and identify changing program needs to improve quality care delivery and operational proficiency.
• Identify short- and long-term organizational goals that are consistent with the BHTC’s mission and vision.
• Provide leadership and support for BHTC supervisors and managers.

If this is your area of expertise and interest, come partner with us in doing this meaningful and critical work. We encourage you to apply!

Who we're looking for:

• Doctorate clinical degree from an accredited university or professional school in the field of behavioral sciences and valid unencumbered Washington State license in a chosen profession.
• At least five years of experience working with individuals with serious psychiatric disorders.
• At least five years of supervisory experience.
• Management and leadership experience and proven success in leading organizational change.
• Knowledge of advanced principles of management, including management of budgets, deployment of staff to best advantage, selective cuts with least negative impact, management of direct line staff, oversight of multidisciplinary management teams, and Equity, Diversity, Access, and Inclusion

Completed applications will include

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Three professional references from current or former supervisors are preferred

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions? Please contact Chris.Pulley@dshs.wa.gov or 360-995-2275 and reference 02331.

Additional Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.



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