Director of Clinical Services - Behavioral Hospital

Job Description

Job Description

Perimeter Behavioral of Arlington has a great clinical leadership opportunity for a Director of Clinical Services. This position will work closely with the rest of the leadership team and the clinical staff. We are seeking individuals who are committed to improving our patient’s lives by using a patient centered, collaborative approach to providing high quality of care.

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington is conveniently located in Arlington Texas and is a psychiatric hospital providing inpatient programs for children, adolescents and adults. We are committed to providing hope and transforming lives in our community. If you would like to join our professional team, then apply today.

The responsibilities of our Director of Clinical Services include the following:

• Provides leadership, management and clinical consultation to the therapists, recreational therapists, and discharge planners.
• Directs operations of the clinical program to ensure policies and procedures are followed, that goals and objectives are met, and that services and projects are accomplished efficiently and effectively.
• Collects and analyzes statistical data and provides reports to the Executive Director and the leadership committees.
• Formulates departmental policies with input from the clinical department and in accordance with the accreditation, federal and state regulatory standards.
• Schedule, lead, direct and supervise the clinical staff. Develop and maintain proper staffing patterns for clinical staff according to safety needs, state regulations, budgetary guidelines, and supervisory needs of the residents.
• Recruit, interview and recommend appointment of qualified and competent clinical candidates.
• Assure current competency of clinical staff according to Facility’s policies and procedures and accreditation standards.
• Identify and develop quality improvement standards for nursing to improve treatment and expeditated positive resident outcomes.
• Ensure proficiency and accuracy in completing client records as scheduled and according to hospital’s standards.
• Maintain a professional and productive work atmosphere by interacting and communicating in a manner that promotes cooperation and teamwork with co-workers.
• Help to support a safe work environment by following safety practices within the center and immediately reporting any concerns/issues to the Safety Risk Management Administrative.
• Works closely with the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, and all other members of the leadership team.

Qualified candidates must have the following:

• Master's degree in social work or counseling required
• Clinical license such as LCSW, LMSW, or LPC required
• Must have five (5) years’ clinical experience in the delivery of treatment services to children, adolescents and/or adults
• Minimal three (3) years’ management/supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Considerable knowledge of psychiatric, psychological and substance abuse/dependency services and programs strongly preferred
• Will be participating on the Administrator on-call rotation

Work Environment

• Collaborative approach
• Commitment to quality care
• Supportive team environment

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental coverage
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Supplemental insurance options

Schedule

• Full-Time
• 8-hour shifts
• Monday-Friday

Location

Arlington, TX

Why Choose Perimeter Healthcare?

We're one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers, offering comprehensive
treatment programs across multiple states and care settings. Our commitment to excellence and
patient-centered care creates an environment where you can grow professionally while making a
meaningful difference in people's lives.

Join Our Inclusive Team

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation,
pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, or protected
veteran status.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our mission of delivering hope and healing to
those who need it most.

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