The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD is seeking a Vice President, Medical - Crisis & Forensic Programs, a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the comprehensive psychiatric crisis continuum and forensic programs. This position embodies our dedication to providing exceptional, transformative care and is instrumental in guiding our community's mental health services to new heights.

Your Role and Impact:

At The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, the Vice President, Medical - Crisis & Forensic Programs stands at the forefront of our mission to revolutionize mental health and IDD care within Harris County. This pivotal leadership role demands a visionary who can navigate the complexities of psychiatric crisis management and forensic programs, ensuring that our services not only meet but exceed the standards of care. With your expertise, you'll lead the charge in overseeing our Crisis Stabilization Unit, Crisis Respite Units, Jail-based mental health services, the Neuropsychiatric Center, Mobile Crisis Outreach Team program, and forensic outpatient programs. Your role is instrumental in shaping innovative crisis psychiatric programs that respond to the unique needs of Harris County's diverse population, setting new benchmarks for care and recovery in mental health services. This role is a call to action for a dedicated psychiatrist leader who embodies a blend of clinical excellence, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to transforming the landscape of mental health and IDD care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medical Oversight and Leadership: Providing comprehensive medical oversight across the psychiatric crisis continuum and forensic programs, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care that aligns with industry standards and best practices.
• Strategic Program Development: Guiding and contributing to the development of cutting-edge crisis psychiatric programs, leveraging your expertise to address gaps and enhance the continuum of care within the community.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Fostering strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including community leaders, healthcare providers, and government agencies, to drive forward the mission of The Harris Center.
• Quality and Innovation: Championing quality improvement and innovation in clinical practices and patient care models, ensuring they are recovery-oriented, culturally competent, and inclusive.
• Team Leadership and Development: Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of medical directors across various programs, instilling a culture of excellence, empathy, and continuous learning.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilizing data analytics and quality measurement tools to inform strategic decisions and improve clinical outcomes, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety.
• Community and System Change Advocacy: Acting as a key advocate for system change, identifying opportunities for enhancement in both behavioral and physical health systems from a holistic perspective.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Education: B oard-Certified in psychiatry
• • • Graduation from as Accredited Medical School and Psychiatric Residency Program.
    • Certificates, and Licenses: Texas Medical License
• Experienced Psychiatrist Leader: We seek a board-certified psychiatrist with substantial medical management experience, specifically within psychiatric crisis settings and forensic programs. You should also have a minimum of 4 years in leadership roles that reflect a deep understanding of community psychiatry and crisis intervention. Candidates should embody integrity and flexibility, with a proven track record of fostering team and patient safety.
• Strategic Visionary and Innovator: A forward-thinker who is passionate about developing and implementing cutting-edge psychiatric crisis management programs. Your vision will help bridge gaps in the current system, introducing novel approaches that cater to the unique needs of Harris County's diverse population. Candidates must demonstrate a history of developing and implementing advanced psychiatric crisis management programs, with the ability to address service gaps and cater to diverse populations.
• Exceptional Communicator and Collaborator: With your strong communication skills, you are adept at building and maintaining relationships with a wide array of stakeholders, including health systems, community leaders, and government agencies. Your ability to foster collaboration and trust is paramount in driving systemic change. We require a candidate with a strong background in forging sustainable relationships with various stakeholders, aiming to drive systemic improvements in mental health services.
• Data-Savvy Quality Improvement Advocate: Your expertise in behavioral health quality measurement and data analytics is crucial. You are an advocate for using data-driven insights to enhance clinical outcomes, improve patient care, and inform strategic decision-making. Applicants must show proficiency in behavioral health quality metrics and data analytics, utilizing data-driven insights to propel clinical excellence and strategic healthcare initiatives.

What unique qualifications differentiate you from other candidates:

Strong preference for advanced administrative degree (MHA, MBA, MHSA, MPH) or FACHE, and specialty certification (child, addiction psychiatry), although not required.

What We Have to Offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching - a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our psychiatrists are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education. This includes the Mental Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program , specifically tailored for professionals working in local mental health authorities like ours. This benefit is in alignment with our commitment to support your financial well-being and professional growth, allowing you to focus more on your passion for mental health care and less on financial constraints.

Elevate your professional journey with The Harris Center's signature Clinical Transformation Learning Series, a distinctive perk for our team members. This series grants complimentary CMEs bi-monthly, creating a robust platform for ongoing learning and career advancement. Designed with practicing psychiatrists in mind, these sessions span a broad spectrum of essential subjects, enhancing your expertise and practice. Beyond fulfilling CME requirements, these dynamic and enlightening sessions offer practical knowledge and advanced insights, empowering you to thrive in your role. In alignment with our dedication to your professional growth, we proudly offer these educational experiences at no cost, nurturing a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence.

About us:

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provided care to over 80 ,000 people in fiscal year 20 22 and has an annual budget of over $275 million.

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The Harris Center provides a full continuum of services at more than 80 different Harris Center and partner sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2, 6 00 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.