Behavioral Health Director

Company: Corizon Health
Location: Topeka
Posted on: February 13, 2020

Job Description:

Correctional healthcare is not just a job. It's a calling.
By choosing a career with Corizon Health you are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. If you are interested in helping us continue our legacy of innovation and clinical expertise, we encourage you to connect with us today.
Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Behavioral Health Director
with Corizon Health at
Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex
located in Topeka,
Kansas:
Act as point of contact for administrative staff for discussion of treatment programs and problem resolution as needed. Coordinate development and revision of policies and procedures for the identification, assessment and provision of required clinical services for inmates.Supervise the planning, development and implementation of treatment programs contracted to Corizon Health.Provide clinical supervision to staff of Mental Health Services.Monitor efforts of Mental Health Services to ensure clinical services are being provided in a timely, professional manner. Ensure treatment programs contracted are integrated and appropriately staffed.
Provide administrative support to psychiatric staff. Assist coordinators in recruitment and selection of clinical staff.
Coordinate facility mental health Quality Improvement Program.
Corizon Benefits
Corizon Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, a generous PTO plan, 401k with matching funds, tuition assistance, continuing education reimbursement, and more!
Master's degree in Behavioral Health field from an accredited college or university. Licensed (or license eligible with application pending)
in the state where services are being delivered (LSCSW, LCPC, LCMFT, LCP). Satisfactory background investigation report.

A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.
Corizon Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Corizon Health.Category: Healthcare, Keywords: Health Service Coordinator

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