Senior Clinical Director

Bancroft is a leading nonprofit service-provider for individuals across the lifespan with autism and related diagnoses.  We provide a full continuum of highly effective services rooted in evidence based practices and scientifically proven techniques. Our services include special education, vocational training, supported employment, residential supports, and short-term behavioral stabilization services.

We are looking for a Senior Clinical Director for our adult residential programs located in Gloucester County, NJ. The Program serves adults, primarily diagnosed who experience acute behavioral challenges. The program is largely campus based, providing residential and vocational services in one setting, but also serves individuals in a growing number of satellite community residences. The senior leader is responsible for overseeing the assessment, development, and implementation of clinical best practices through research and data analysis, combining current practices and state of the art interventions in the field.  Will lead cultural and programmatic change initiatives, develop and/or refine KPI’s and outcome measures which drive and sustain services of the highest quality.  Advocates on behalf of individuals supported, and assures programs are adequately equipped to serve and ensure the safety of those in our care and our team members.

• →Provides clinical direction to the program and ensures effective and efficient clinical processes.
• →Provides supervision and oversight to direct and indirect reports within assigned areas of responsibility:
• →Drives organizational clinical initiatives under the guidance of the Chief Clinical Officer.
• →Acts as a thought leader in the field. Represents Bancroft at external professional organizations. Actively participates in professional development activities including research, teaching, presenting and publishing.  Engages with researchers, academia, students and professional organizations. Aligns Bancroft programming with best practices in the field for current and new business development.
• →Provides professional guidance to the organization by serving on the Clinical Executive Group and other committees as needed.
• →In conjunction with the Clinical Team, oversees treatment integrity data collection, identifies training needs of program staff, and ensures that training needs are met as it pertains to the effective implementation of treatment plans, ISP goals, and other clinical programming.
• →Directs and oversees the clinical operations and activities, and partners with Senior Program Director(s) and/or Program Director(s) to ensure a therapeutic environment of each Program site
• →Works in conjunction with Admissions and Program Directors to effectively screen prospective individuals supported to determine the ability of the program to meet individual needs. Provides oversight and ultimately manages census across all programs to ensure the most timely and efficient transitions occur.  Facilitates an interdisciplinary collaboration between clinical functions during transitions to and from programs.
• →Actively participates in the development and implementation of process and performance improvement systems and risk management systems for assigned Program sites to ensure quality care.  Responsible for the development and monitoring of Outcome Measurement Systems to track quality of life and effectiveness of person-centered planning.

Post graduate degree and ensuing practice in a specialty field related to the treatment of Autism, plus a minimum of 5 years of experience leading a team required. Doctoral level degree or PHD in a related discipline desirable.  

Proven ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in written form required.  Effective and proven leadership and management skills required, as well as flexibility and adaptability.  Basic math skills required. Effective interpersonal and organizational skills, a strong desire to work with neurologically-challenged individuals required, and the ability to implement crisis intervention techniques required.  Operative knowledge of MS Office Word and Excel spreadsheets and Google drive preferred.  Attainment of CPR, First Aid, Safe and Positive Approaches, and Medication certification within the first 90 days of employment required.  Valid driver’s license required in incumbent’s legal name and current address with no provisional restrictions. 

• Meaningful Purpose: We truly make a difference in the lives of others, which inspires us to be better people, and gives us purpose. 
• Lasting Bonds: We are a close-knit, committed team who feel like a second family
• Personal Growth: There are opportunities to learn and build skills, professional development, career advancement, tuition assistance, and loan repayment programs 
• Outstanding Benefits: We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings program, generous paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and more

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Bancroft stands strong against racism and hate of all kinds and supports actions leading to respect, equality, fairness and peace. We advocate for and embrace an inclusive and just world. One world. For everyone. We work with heart, respect and collaboration. We are communicators, listeners, problem solvers, partners and collaborators. Bring your authentic self to our team.  

Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential.  To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.