Richard Pruss Center, Bronx NY

Reports To:

Vice President of Outpatient Services

Major Functions:

The Director of Central Admissions is responsible for the overall administrative operation and coordination of the Centralized Admissions Department, including assessment. This position is responsible for the performance and guidance of all department employees and for the direct supervision of the Assistant Director(s) of Admissions and Assessment as well as assuring the quality of clinical and administrative services. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensures utilization rates are maintained at the level determined by agency policy. Coordinates and implements department services while modifying existing and developing new components with an eye towards continuous quality improvement.Helps develop and implement policy and procedure necessary for the operation of residential admissions, assessment, and mental health services.Provides clinical and administrative supervision and education to the admissions and assessment staff, as well as, mental health services staff. Provides, in conjunction with the Director of Training, training and education to the admissions and assessment staff. Ensures that admissions and assessment staff maintain accurate and confidential records that comply with external monitoring agency standards and internal policy and procedure.Monitors the quality and effectiveness of the ongoing delivery of clinical services in the Assessment. Provides regular progress reports to administration. Participates in internal agency committees. Serves as the agency’s residential program liaison with criminal justice agencies.Develops and maintains proactive relationships with referral sources. Represents Samaritan Daytop Village at community and public forums.Performs other duties as requested.

Education and Experience:

A graduate degree in a clinical discipline and 2 years clinical experience, one of which was in a supervisory capacity.A graduate degree in administration and 3 years of supervisory experience.A qualified healthcare credential (i.e., LMSW, LMHC, CASAC etc.) and 5 years staff experience in substance abuse treatment.Experience in Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Disorder Experience working with Managed Care services and agencies or hospital based experience a plus.