Director - Acute Care Services

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field 1 - 3 Years of clinical experience 1 - 3 Years of supervisory experience with inpatient programs PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE   Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field Licensed in the State of Florida (i.e.

RN, LMHC, LCSW, Clinical Psychologist) 1 - 3 Years of mental health experience KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Advanced knowledge of Acute Care System Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Proficiency with Microsoft Office RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate clinical activities of all Adult Acute Care Programs Coordinate weekly supervisory meetings Monitor the flow of clients through programs to insure effective utilization rates Analyze the needs of the Department and generate recommendations to program supervisors Insure client grievances are addressed promptly and thoroughly Insure continuity of care is followed in all programs and interact with Outpatient Director Directs the treatment team to ensure that appropriate treatment is provided to clients, while on the unit, and disposition at the time of discharge  Responsible for monitoring the legal status of clients while on the unit as it pertains to F.S. 394 Administrative Insure program supervisors submit necessary paperwork in a timely and accurate manner Insure the flow of communication in all programs, re :

• memos, policies, meetings, etc.

Insure UR and Managed Care demands are followed by all programs and submitted to QI Department on time and are complete Attend QI functions as indicated Insure all staff of Adult Acute Care Services and IRT attends appropriate training and development programs Conduct performance reviews in a timely manner Responsible for staffing according to shift needs and requirements Accountable for hiring, orientation, training, evaluating, and on-site supervision of staff Responsible for working with the Facility Director to ensure that the housekeeping, maintenance, and dietary needs of the unit are met Lead monthly staff meetings OTHER MINOR OR OCCASIONAL TASKS Act as liaison with community agencies Attend Supervisor's and Executive Committee Meetings Performs other duties as assigned     Apply now.