START Medical Director

Description

Resources for Human Development is hiring for START! Are you interested in a rewarding career? Then this position is for you! START is hiring for a Part Time Medical Director with a minimum of 10 hours per week. This is a hybrid position with some in-person responsibilities in Allegheny County.

RHD has SO much to offer!

• A per diem contracted position at maximum of 10 hours a week/ $200 - $250 an hour Mission Driven
• Wellbeing Courses to help with work-life balance!
• Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
• Generous PTO Plan

START (Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources and Treatment) works collaboratively with the system of support to improve the lives of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-existing behavioral health needs/mental health concerns.

Medical Director will support the clinical team comprised of Doctoral, Master's level and licensed Therapists and other clinicians. The position is responsible for upholding RHD values, adheres to the standards of START and any other funding or licensing bodies. Collaborate with Division leadership concerning program support, supervision, development, or any reporting that is sent to the funders. Attend or delegate attendance and represent RHD at meetings with funders, licensing agencies, and accreditation bodies as assigned.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Functions

• Provide consultation and training to all members of the team (clinical team and therapeutic supports)
• Collaborate with primary treating physicians of persons supported by START and provide recommendations
• Consultation to psychiatric hospitals regarding treatment of people with IDD and mental health needs and provide recommendations
• Participate in recurring team meetings as necessary and provide recommendations
• Provide on-site consultation as needed for guests therapeutic in-home coaching services. Review health needs, complete assessments, provide recommendations and follow up.
• Participate in monthly Clinical Education Team (CET) meetings to support the Clinical Director with training, multidisciplinary assessment, recommendations, and treatment planning.
• Participate in regular START network learning opportunities including quarterly Medical Director Practice Group sessions.

Qualifications

• M.D./D.O., CNP, or APRN with specialty in psychiatry, licensed to practice in the state
• Extensive experience treating individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
• 4-6 years clinical experience
• 2 years of Supervisory experience required. Hold a current license to practice in PA

START Allegheny community-based supports for people with developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs

START Allegheny offers crisis prevention and response services to people with developmental disabilities and complex behavioral health needs, as well as their families and those who provide supports. The goal of the START program is to build relationships and supports across service systems to help people remain in their homes and communities, and enhance the ability of the community to support them.

START Allegheny emphasizes the development of cross systems relationships, training and education, as well as crisis prevention and response supports.

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.