Nexus Family Healing is looking for a Director of Clinical Services to join our fantastic clinical leadership team in Minnesota!

Position Summary:

Our Nexus Home Office Director of Clinical Services will support several agency clinical departments and spearheads clinically-related projects in collaboration with Nexus programs. They will implement strategic plans and organizational initiatives to achieve individual and family outcomes. This individual will function as a Nexus management team member and work as a collaborative member of the clinical department to assist in program management and oversight as necessary.

This position will be assigned to specific agencies with a focus on a content expert area, such as (but not limited too) aftercare, growth of services, training and/or nursing.

Schedule/Location/Pay:

• Full-time hybrid opportunity!
• Minnesota-based strongly preferred
• Monday through Friday
• Starting Salary: $110,000+

Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include:

• Five weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment
• Multiple options for health insurance coverage
• No-cost life insurance
• Short/long-term disability insurance
• 401k match
• NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
• NEW - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family
• NEW - Carrot Fertility Benefit
• Continuous learning and training opportunities
• Advancement pathways and internal promotion
• And much more!

Primary responsibilities:

Clinical Training Oversight

• Oversees the organization's clinical training standards and staff development opportunities; assesses staffing and training needs within the organizational parameters and strives to attract, engage, and retain qualified individuals
• Remains current on best practices of populations served and collaborates with programs to design necessary clinical foundational trainings to help the organization meet positive outcomes for specialized populations
• Expertise in Nexus foundational trainings with the ability to facilitate trainings

Clinical Project Development, Management & Maintenance

• Assesses the clinical needs of Nexus' services and initiates the development of goals and initiatives that will support the ongoing improvement of service outcomes
• Demonstrates knowledge within the clinical treatment realm; provides strong consultation to the agency clinical team and supports the overall clinical mission of Nexus Family Healing
• Remains current on best practice research and develops training or educational initiatives that will support service excellence and consistent delivery
• Assists in the development of clinical strategic plans and the corporate clinical budget; demonstrates the ability to manage multiple strategic projects and implements necessary steps to meet deadlines within budget
• Collaborates with the sites to ensure that the Nexus Practice Model is being implemented and treatment activities reflect our practice principles; develops goals and objectives with others based on improvement needs
• Provides program guidance and consultation as needed for program and service stability.

Quality Improvement & Trauma Informed Clinical Excellence

• Remains knowledgeable and monitors clinically related documents within the electronic health record (EHR) system; coordinates changes to clinical documentation with CQI and other clinical leaders
• Represents the clinical department in the organization's use of the EHR and assists in maintaining clinical excellence through the monitoring of quality improvement activities
• Represents the clinical department on CQI and other related committees to ensure department initiatives are being implemented effectively into clinical service
• In collaboration with CQI, supports the development of systems to track outcomes related to service delivery and to ensure specific clinical initiatives as needed
• Coordinates and leads the clinical review to support and maintain clinical excellence
• Coordinates with site clinical leaders in the monitoring and improvement of key service outcome measures.

Council of Accreditation's (COA) and State Regulation Clinical adherence

• Maintains knowledge of state regulations and COA's training and services standards, monitors, advocates, and guides Nexus' adherence to, and implementation of regulations and standards
• Monitors the organization's clinical adherence to state licensing regulations and the Council of Accreditation's (COA) training and service standards
• Creates and revises clinical policies and procedures which reflect regulatory and organizational standards
• Develops and oversees the maintenance of standardized treatment practices related to accreditation standards and expectations.

Direct Services & New Program Development

• Assists in new program development activities and/or providing direction of new service development and expansion as needed
• Supports organizational expansion by supervising new program development, providing direct services on an emergency basis, or in providing supervisory activities as needed
• Provides clinical supervision or consultation to employees related to clinical initiatives or in the integration of training or service-related certifications
• Provides direct supervision, mentoring, or consultation to assigned staff or programs as needed
• Assists in integrating Nexus policies and procedures related to clinical and training standards into new programs or services; maintains applicable and working knowledge of all Nexus policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree required in a clinical field with the highest level of licensure attained, such as an LICSW, LMFT, LPCC, or Licensed Psychologist
• 3+ years of experience providing leadership in a residential setting
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in related field
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience required
• Valid driver's license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Nexus Home Office driving requirements

Nice to Have:

• Experience working with families and trauma-exposed children and adolescents preferred
• 7+ years of experience providing leadership in a residential setting
• Board-Approved Supervisor status

ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies:

• Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches
• Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern
• Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly
• Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate
• Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion required:

At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.

Travel:

Must be able to travel for extensive periods of time; average once a month but may fluctuate up or down as needed

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours)
• Must be able to sit at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Must have visual acuity conducive to extensive computer monitor work
• Must be able to bend, twist and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within a residential unit
• Must be able to assist in proper restraining of residents
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Travel via air or land transportation, as needed

Apply today to get in touch with our Nexus Talent Acquisition Team! Come work at a place where you can truly change lives every day - including your own!