Director Of Clinical Services

Director Of Clinical Services

Fairfax Behavioral Health, founded in 1930, is a private, free-standing mental health hospital specializing in psychiatric and detox treatment. We strive to meet and respond to the needs of our community by offering a continuum of care and evidenced-based programs at multiple locations within our region. We have behavioral health facilities and services located in Kirkland, Everett, and Monroe, Washington. Mental and behavioral health challenges are a growing concern within our communities. Whether it is ourselves or a loved one, we will all likely be affected by behavioral health and mental disorders or illness. This drives our passion for providing evidenced-based outpatient and inpatient psychiatric treatment programs with successful outcomes.

The Director of Clinical Services is a strategic and clinical leader responsible for overseeing the Social Services Department to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. This role provides direct supervision and leadership to departmental staff, ensuring compliance with all regulatory, contractual, and federal/state-mandated requirements. The Director is accountable for meeting budgetary expectations and optimizing departmental performance through effective resource management and program development. In addition, the Director will champion and lead the organization's trauma-informed approach to patient care, fostering a culture of safety, trust, and empowerment across the hospital. This includes training and mentoring staff in trauma-informed principles, integrating these practices into departmental operations, and ensuring that all patient interactions reflect an understanding of the impact of trauma on health and behavior.

Key responsibilities include providing clinical oversight on complex cases, guiding crisis intervention strategies, and supporting discharge planning processes. The Director will lead the development and implementation of innovative programming tailored to patient needs, ensuring that the programming schedule is executed effectively and consistently. A critical component of this role is the creation and integration of impactful interventions that enhance overall patient satisfaction and outcomes. The Director of Clinical Services serves as a key consultant and collaborator across interdisciplinary teams, promoting excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement in social service delivery.

Requirements: Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Work or a clinical related mental health field. Experience: A minimum of three (3) years experience in a psychiatric health care setting, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; must have strong clinical assessment skills. License: Must possess a state license within two years of employment and must be state licensed in social work or clinical related mental health field (LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT). Additional Requirements: May be required to work flexible hours and overtime. Must obtain CPR & CPI Certification.

What do our current employees value at Fairfax Behavioral Health and UHS? Our team at Fairfax strives to improve the status quo surrounding mental health by providing quality care and treatment through inpatient and outpatient services. At Fairfax Behavioral Health, we remove stigmas by building bridges and awareness within our community. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the members of our community dealing with behavioral health challenges. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

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