Director of Outpatient Counseling-NMMC of Pontotoc Job ID:

000GIX Pontotoc Management - OUTPATIENT

COUNSELING EXP

Full Time - Day Posting Description We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love. #WhatConnectsYou #

NMHSConnections Job Description Clinical:

Assures a therapeutic environment for clients, including client comfort, rights, education and participation Assures implementation of program standards in regard to client hygiene and iatrogenic problem prevention Maintains client's daily schedule to provide consistency, stability and appropriate activities Evaluates appropriateness and effectiveness of therapeutic activities Implements clinic admission criteria in conjunction with Medical Director Manages clients LOS to meet multiple goals Implements multidisciplinary treatment planning process Documents according to clinic and accreditation standards

Supervisory:

Monitors and evaluates staff performance on an ongoing basis Maintains appropriate employee records Recruits and screens potential staff Coaches staff to address behavioral standards, performance and excel process Provides regular and ongoing staff education Creates an environment conducive to staff growth Assures compliance with TJC, Medicare, state licensure and hospital standards

Budget:

Develops and implements budget in cooperation with administrator Maintains staffing according to budgeted FTE's Reviews/performs audits related to clinical documentation, charging, coding and daily analysis of revenue

Operations:

Conducts monthly staff meetings Coordinates and implements process improvement initiatives Participates in hospital committees Works collaboratively and cooperatively with Medical Director Maintain complaints/grievances according to policy Maintains policy and procedures Coordinates and develops growth/marketing for program

Requirements:

Graduate from a state-approved school of nursing, social work or other appropriate health-related field. Master's Degree required. State licensure if applicable. Previous program management experience or acute care hospital experience. Requirements The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description. Education You must have one of the following combinations to apply: Masters of Nursing Masters of Social Work (CSWE approved) Masters of Health Care Related You must have a Masters or higher