Description du poste
The Associate Chief of Mental Health for Medical Programs (ACMHMP) is a member of Mental Health Executive Leadership and works directly with the Associate Chief of Staff of the Mental Health Service (ACOS-MHS), Deputy Associate Chief of the Mental Health Service (DACOS-MHS) and Associate Chief of Mental Health for Community Programs (ACMHCP) to manage, direct and oversee all aspects of the provision of quality mental health care and administrative management for the Mental Health Service (MHS).
PRINCIPALES MISSIONS :
The ACMHMP is directly responsible for overseeing multiple Mental Health Services programs which may include the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (IPU), Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP), Services for Outpatient Addiction Recovery (SOAR), Medical Psychiatry Services, Access Crisis Team (ACT), and others as assigned. A substantial portion of the workload directed by this position is carried out at one or more locations that are physically separated across the medical center campus and operate on a 24-7 basis under conditions that make day-to-day supervision difficult to administer. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assisting the ACOS of Mental Health in the overall operation of Mental Health Service. Maintaining supervisory responsibility over the supervisors of multiple programs which may include the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (IPU), Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP), Services for Outpatient Addiction Recovery (SOAR), Medical Psychiatry Services, Access Crisis Team (ACT), and others as assigned. The incumbent is also responsible for assuring the overall optimal and effective functioning of these programs. Developing and maintaining a high-quality Mental Health Service while meeting all VISN and VACO Environment of Care and programmatic requirements. Working cooperatively with the ACOS, MHS, DACOS, MHS, Associate Chief of Community Programs, MHS, and other medical departments, and the Chief of Staff. Fostering a cohesive interdisciplinary team environment within programs. Overseeing quality control issues and performance measures with the ACOS, DACOS, and Associate Chief of Community Programs, MHS. Working cooperatively with the Local Recovery Coordinator to assure integration of Recovery-focused treatment elements throughout the MHS. Overseeing compliance with and successful execution of Mental Health Performance Measures, workload, VERA capture, Veteran satisfaction, and quality assurance. Meeting with Veterans needing service-recovery. Providing consultation for all mental health clinicians in regard to the clinical care of complex cases, especially as it relates to Serious Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders. Meeting regularly with the ACOS, MHS in regard to all issues related to supervised programs. Working cohesively with the ACOS, MHS to assure that all aspects of the Mental Health Service are functioning optimally. This includes strategic planning, setting operational priorities and deployment of resources, engaging in quality improvement, performance measure outcomes, and encouraging and improving team-oriented care for Veterans. Being a member of the senior leadership team in Mental Health and is involved in Clinical Leadership Meetings and decision making. Completing all quality measures and reports as requested by VASLCHCS, VISN 19 and VA Central Office. Working closely with all senior Mental Health supervisors and clinicians on issues related to performance, workload, and Veteran satisfaction. Providing coverage for the for the ACOS, MHS, DACOS, MHS, or Associate Chief of Community Programs, MHS in their absence. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8AM to 4:30PM Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 61435O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES :
Basic Requirements: United S
À propos de Veterans Health Administration
OUR MISSION: The VA Salt Lake City Health Care System mission is: "To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors." We accomplish this by serving and honoring the Veterans of the intermountain west. We offer a balance of professional and clinical complexity that stimulates growth, but still also allows the professional an opportunity to enjoy life outside of work. The health care system serves 70,000 Veterans in Utah, Idaho, and Nevada with the George E. Wahlen VA Medical Center and 10 community clinics. The medical center is a teaching a hospital, with state-of-the-art technology, education and research, making it an ideal career choice for many clinical and administrative professionals. Our main facility is in Salt Lake City at the base of the Wasatch Mountains and adjacent to the University of Utah. Salt Lake is close to five National Parks, creating limitless year-around outdoor rec