Clinical Director – $10,000 Sign on Bonus
Hays, KS I Full-Time
***This position is located in Hays, KS - a relocation bonus is being offered for this position!***
At KVC Health Systems, we believe that the heart of our work is helping people. We are seeking a visionary and inclusive Clinical Director to lead our therapeutic services, ensuring that every child and family in our acute hospital and residential programs receives world-class, trauma-informed care. Join an organization that champions both clinical excellence and employee wellbeing; we are proud to maintain a work wellbeing score of 83 on Indeed, reflecting our commitment to a culture of authenticity, compassion, and professional support.
Position Summary
The Clinical Director provides high-level leadership and oversight for all therapeutic services at their assigned location. This pivotal role ensures that evidence-based treatments and trauma-informed practices are seamlessly integrated into daily care. You will collaborate closely with Psychiatry, Admissions, and Utilization Review departments to facilitate efficient multidisciplinary treatment teams. Beyond internal operations, the Clinical Director serves as a key ambassador for KVC, engaging in community outreach and referral development to expand our impact. If you are a clinically licensed leader dedicated to building a diverse, stable, and family-centered environment, this role offers the opportunity to drive systemic change in children's mental health.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide clinical and administrative supervision to a team of therapists, promoting professional development through regular case reviews and technique evaluations.
- Oversee the coordination of all therapeutic care, ensuring individualized services are provided to every youth and family.
- Lead the implementation of evidence-based programs, including Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
- Manage therapist caseload assignments and conduct frequent quality chart audits to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Serve as a primary liaison between consumers, families, community partners, and clinical staff to ensure a seamless continuum of care.
- Participate in the recruitment, interviewing, training, and evaluation of clinical staff, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Provide accurate monthly metric reports to the Executive Director and participate in internal leadership committees, such as Med Exec and the Safety Committee.
- Manage community outreach and marketing activities to meet referral goals and build strong partnerships with managed care organizations.
- Oversee practicum and internship placements, serving as the primary contact for academic institutions.
- Maintain on-call availability for emergency consultations and provide direct clinical services or crisis intervention as needed.
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Counseling from an accredited institution.
- Professional Licensure: Must hold a clinical-level license (LSCSW, LCMFT, LCPC, PhD, or PsyD)
- A valid driver’s license with auto insurance.
- Experience: One to three years of experience supervising others in a mental health setting.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in navigating Electronic Health Records (EHR) and intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of three years of post-clinical licensure experience supervising clinicians who provide individual, family, and group therapy to youth.
KVC Values and Expectations
Our leaders are expected to be role models who build upon the strengths of their teams and the families we serve. Our work is guided by these core values:
- Respect, Accountability, and Integrity.
- Open, Honest Communication.
- Teamwork and Continuous Improvement.
- Always asking, "What would you want for your child?"
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
This leadership role involves active engagement within our clinical facilities:
- Physical Demands: Regularly required to stand, walk, and communicate effectively. Must be able to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Lifting Requirements: Regularly lift 10 pounds, frequently lift 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 75 pounds.
- Vision: Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Environment: Work is primarily performed in a facility setting with a moderate noise level and occasional exposure to outside weather conditions during transit.
