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LA County Director of Mental Health Services

McKinley Children's Center

icon San Dimas, CA, US, 91773

icon7 November 2024

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McKinley: Youth, Family, and Community are what we are all about!  We offer a great working environment and benefits package! McKinley encourages growth so that you can Be your Best H.U.M.A.N. 

At McKinley employees share a set of guiding principles: We embrace a culture that is Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. - H.U.M.A.N.  

The Company: McKinley is a highly respected welfare organization with a comprehensive array of programs and services – which touch nearly 1,800 lives annually – including short term residential treatment program (STRTP), Foster Care, Adoptions, Mental Health Services, and Special Education. McKinley has 5 locations throughout southern California with our main campus located in San Dimas. We embrace a culture that is  H.U.M.A.N.- Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. McKinley has created a Hopeful environment, in which we choose optimism in finding the motivation to achieve our greatest dreams. We are a team dedicated to Understanding individual needs and do so by listening and embracing each individual’s stories. We strongly embrace our agency’s Morals by treating everyone with kindness and respect. At McKinley, we acknowledge our team member’s and clients’ Awesome qualities by celebrating what makes each individual unique. We are dedicated to Nurturing a Trauma-Informed Integrated Care approach that has created a unique culture within the organization.  We celebrate diversity by our commitment to cultivating an inclusive and affirming environment for all. 

The Position: We are looking for a Director of Mental Health Services, who is willing to embrace McKinley’s mission and H.U.M.A.N values. The Director of Mental Health Services is responsible for overseeing the Los Angeles Mental Health Department, and ensure the treatment philosophy is adhered to and implemented.  Ensure that the department is in full regulatory compliance and that best clinical practices  are utilized.

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay range we’re offering is $95,000- $105,000 annually depending (Based) on experience.

 

Our people are the heart of our organization, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. 

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- we offer a company defined contribution of $550/month
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • 403(b) retirement plan with company match up to 3%
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Credit Union Membership
  • Training Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional Growth

 

Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree and Licensure by the California Board of Behavioral Services (BBS)
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in DMH-contracted mental health settings
  • 3 plus years supervisory experience
  • Qualified to Supervise Clinical Interns per BBS regulations. 
  • Word Processing, Email, internet
  • Ability to learn clinical software, basic office skills (i.e. typing, telephone, copier)
  • Must pass pre-employment physical exam, TB and drug screening
  • Ability to commute to various sites on and off campus
  • Ability to work extended hours as needed
  • Ability to physically restrain children (if needed)
  • DOJ, FBI, Child Abuse Index
  • Insurability Under Corporate Automobile Insurance

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure that the Clinical Services Department is in full regulatory compliance and that clinical services are delivered in accordance with recognized best practices.
  • Provide clinical supervision for Clinical staff in accordance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards and agency policy.
  • Supervise Clinical Supervisors 
  • Supervise Intern Supervisor for Los Angeles County.
  • Oversee the LA county TBS program 
  • Demonstrate an ability to set limits and intervene appropriately to meet the needs of the children and families served.
  • Work with other Department managers to increase clear communication and mutual support among, and programs.
  • Monitor and assure adherence of programs to all governing bodies.
  • Monitor case records to assure that required treatment documentation is included and meets agency and professional standards and is completed in a timely manner.
  • Monitor and review all agency protocols and practices, including containment's, one-on-ones and hospitalizations.
  • Actively participate in the agency’s Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Plan.
  • Assume responsibility for quality control and outcome measures as assigned.
  • Hire, supervise and evaluate professional staff and cultivate effective team operation.
  • Monitor all aspects of the mental health program to assure that the physical, social, and psychological needs of the children are met.
  • Provide direct social work services as needed.
  • Ensure compliance to regulations set forth by Los Angeles and other County Departments of Mental Health as well as other state and federal agencies and accreditation bodies. 
  • Work with administrative and program staff to provide  culturally competent systems of care.
  • Provide training to directors and supervisors.
  • Assure the implementation of a comprehensive training program.
  • Participate in the monitoring of the annual budget as well as monitoring expenses throughout the year.
  • Facilitate, when needed and monitor new hire orientation for all mental health staff when needed. 
  • Other related duties as assigned.

 

Why Should You Apply?

  • Our Mission- work for an organization that makes a real difference in people’s lives 
  • Competitive pay
  • Several benefit options
  • Employee tuition reimbursement
  • Great training for staff

Join McKinley to Be Your Best H.U.M.A.N. 


McKinley’s response to COVID-19: The safety of the families, children, clients we serve as well as our valued team members is our priority. We want to make sure everyone at McKinley feels safe and welcomed. We are taking all the necessary precautions and safety measures to maintain a safe environment throughout our different locations. We are providing PPE to our team members and visitors along with practicing social distancing measures.