Clinical Director Job Description

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A-7 Utah CISM Job Description

Clinical Director

Job Summary: Reports to the Executive Board. Participates in selection of new team members and responsible for their initial and ongoing training, makes decisions on interventions, and oversees quality assurance for the team.

Accountability:

  1. General supervision of the team’s mental health professionals.
  2. Reviews and monitors debriefings.
  3. Assures that quality, Continuing Education programs are provided.
  4. Gives assistance to peers so they are prepared to lead a debriefing if necessary.
  5. Assists with developing written operational protocols.
  6. Assists in selection and training of team members.
  7. Assists with referrals and follow-up services.
  8. Provides clinical support and program guidance to team members.
  9. Chairman of Quality Assurance Committee.
  10. Attend all executive board meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or Clinical Mental Health Counseling, of Ph.D. (or PsyD) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or Doctorate of Social Work (DSW).
  2. Experience as leader/co-leader in group therapy.
  3. Background in crisis theory.
  4. Ability to volunteer a flexible number of hours to complete responsibilities.
  5. Participate in the annual training and other required training sessions.
  6. Minimum of one year on the team.