Executive Director (Residential)

Discovery Mood & Anxiety
Discovery Mood and Anxiety Program is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with mental health and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve.
Since 1997, Discovery Mood and Anxiety Programs, DBH’s Mental Health Disorder Division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.

Position Summary:
The Executive Director is responsible for the supervision and management of the treatment program, facility, staff and patients. The Executive Director consults with the operations team members on an as needed basis to ensure services, program functioning and patient treatment are being conducted in a manner consistent with the Discovery Behavioral Health mission statement and values.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversees day to day operations of assigned programs and analyzes Key Performance Indicators of each program to ensure the embodiment of the organizational values of access to care and clinical quality.
• Leads in a solution focused manner with an emphasis on continuous improvement for facilities and the organization.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate systems, policies, and procedures in each program.
• Ensures programs are in compliance with regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies, and requirements of third-party payers.
• Completes monthly medical record reviews, per the company Medical Record Review Policy.
• Ensures feedback and retraining is provided to staff based on medical record reviews, as indicated to address deficiencies identified in the monthly medical record reviews.
• Collaborates with Regional leadership to identify areas of improvement within programs and solution focused plans of action.
• Participates in the patient intake process and completes all necessary paperwork and consent forms with patients and their loved ones, assigning tasks related to the admission and intake process to the milieu staff, as appropriate.
• Understands and works with regional leadership to analyze financial performance on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to promote effective use of program(s) resources and alignment to budget.
• Works collaboratively with Human Resources department to lead team and establish a trusting and productive department. This includes carrying out essential HR functions for direct reports (i.e. hiring, annual reviews, performance management, and personnel improvement plans).
• Maintains excellent and prompt communication with all support departments to ensure coordination of operational activities.
• Serves as representative for Discovery Behavioral Health by collaborating with the Clinical Outreach Representatives to establish and maintain positive relationships with the community.
• Interacts with outside eating disorder, substance abuse, and mental health treatment programs and providers at all levels of care to establish referral relationships, educate regarding our treatment approach, and facilitate continuity of care for shared clients.
• Promotes superb customer service and excellent service delivery when interacting with families, patients and colleagues.
• Assists with clinical work in the program(s) (if applicable) and engages patients in a meaningful and supportive recovery process.
• Contributes to effective teamwork by encouraging staff to work independently and to seek support when needed.
• Supports staff by helping with any job duties in the facility, as they need to be completed, and creating a culture where all contribute to provide high quality care for our patients.
• Supports Regional leadership in any other needs for programs overseen.
• Is the facility Infection Control Officer and ensure staff adherence to Infection Control Protocols.
• Performs other tasks, as assigned

RTC Only:

• Provides on-call support to their assigned facility as required for the facility to have consistent coverage at all times. Returns all program phone calls within 20 minutes, while on call. The executive director will effectively communicate with the on–call administrator or Regional leadership regarding any significant facility issue that arises. In addition to weekend on call coverage responsibilities, the Executive Director will also be available during weekends to deliver ongoing clinical and administrative support to the staff.
• In states where permissible, passing medicine will be necessary

Core Competencies:

• Ability to run groups effectively AEB providing a check-in, engaging all members, and providing structure to group format.
• Able to show effective writing and communication skills AEB documentation review, email timeliness, and verbal communication with staff and patients add timeliness with documentation
• Ability to support in meal prep and meal support AEB accurate portioning, following proper kitchen safety & sanitation guidelines, engaging patients during meal, and able to provide redirection as needed.
• The ability to manage staff in a way that improves their ability to succeed on the job AEB creating a staff schedule, program schedule, and run a staff meeting.
• Ability to lead a group of individuals at a multi-disciplinary level AEB overseeing the hiring, training, development, and day-to-day management of employees.
• Ability to manage and have knowledge of different operating systems including but not limited to Human Resource (HR), Microsoft 365, Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and Compliance software systems. AEB submits documentation and inspections on a timely basis.
• Ability to make and take responsibility for decisions in a timely manner AEB making decisions in alignment with policies, procedures, and company directives.

Knowledge, Education, Experience:

• Master’s Degree or Doctorate, preferred
• Licensure, preferred
• Minimum of three years of experience in the mental health field, preferably with eating disorders
• Minimum of two years of management experience
• Must obtain and maintain CPI certification within 90 days of hire
• Must obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid, along with ServSafe certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must maintain and possess a current Driver’s License and be in good standing

Physical Demands:
The physical demands outlined here represent those that are typically required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:

• Engages in sustained power grasping and pushing/pulling motions
• Exposure to dust, gas, odors, liquids, or fumes
• Intermittent lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, transporting object usually by hand, arm, or shoulder
• Hand/eye coordination: Performing work using both
• Working with hands: Seizing, holding, and grasping
• Able to lift by raising or lowering an object from one level to another
• The ability to respond quickly to emergency situations, which may involve running or moving rapidly.
• Frequent standing and walking for extended periods, often throughout the entire shift.
• Potential exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and hazardous materials, requiring adherence to safety and PPE protocols.

Arbitration Agreement:
As a condition of employment, all candidates must agree to and sign a pre-employment arbitration agreement. This agreement requires that any disputes arising out of or related to employment with Discovery Practice Management will be resolved through binding arbitration rather than through litigation in court.

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.