Chief Medical Director

Job DetailsJob Location: Brooklyn - Brooklyn, NY 11216Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $250.00 - $300.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesTitle: Chief Medical Director   Reports to:  Executive Director/Governing Board  Department: Mental Health   Location: Brooklyn, NY   Classification: Part time (Contract/Employee)  Hours: 5 –10 hrs weekly   Children of Promise, NYC (CPNYC) envisions a just society that recognizes the purpose and potential of every child impacted by mass incarceration. Our mission is to support and advocate for children of incarcerated parents while speaking out against the root causes that affect the communities we serve—including systemic racism, poverty, and bias within our nation’s criminal justice system.  CPNYC has developed an innovative model—the only one of its kind in New York City—that co-locates a licensed therapist at two after-school sites in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, and the South Bronx to provide on-site mental health support. In addition, CPNYC offers an array of youth development programs and services tailored to each child’s strengths and challenges, creating an uplifting environment that builds resilience.  Position Overview: CPNYC seeks a Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and medical oversight for the organization’s health services under Article 29 regulations. The Medical Director ensures services meet New York State Department of Health requirements, professional standards of care, and CPNYC policies. In collaboration with the Executive Director and Vice President of Mental Health, the Medical Director works with an interdisciplinary team to support high-quality, ethical, and compliant care and to guide the development and integration of clinical services. QualificationsKey Responsibilities:  Medical Oversight  Develop, review and maintain medical policies and procedure  Ensure compliance with NYS Department of Health regulations  Oversee clinical documentation standards and quality of care  Review and approve clinical protocols  Clinical Governance  Provide consultation to clinical staff on medical and behavioral health matters  Support interdisciplinary care planning as needed  Ensure safe coordination between medical and behavioral health services  Quality Assurance  Provide consultation to clinical staff on medical and behavioral health matters  Support interdisciplinary care planning as needed  Ensure safe coordination between medical and behavioral health services  Regulatory Compliance  Ensure adherence to state and federal healthcare regulations  Supports audits, site visits, and regulatory inspections  Maintain appropriate clinical supervision and oversight structure  Program Development  Advise on development and expansion of clinical services  Support implementation of evidence –based models of care  Time Commitment  Typical responsibilities include  Monthly clinical oversight meetings  Chart and documentation review  Policy review and approval  Participation in quality assurance activities  Availability for consultation  Required Knowledge, Skill and Experience   Licensed physician (MD or DO) in good standing in New York State  Current NYS registration to practice medicine  Experience in behavioral health, primary care, or integrated care settings         Acceptable Physician Specialties      Physicians with training appropriate for outpatient clinical oversight may include:  Psychiatry  Family Medicine  Internal Medicine  Preventative Medicine  Pediatrics (for youth serving programs)   Medicine – Psychiatry (dual board)   Addiction Medicine  Public Health – focused Physicians  A psychiatrist is not required unless psychiatric diagnosis or medication is required  Non-Eligibility for Medical Role as per regulatory requirements:  Psychologists (PhD/PsyD)  Nurse Practitioners (including PMHNP)  Physician Assistants  Dentists  Social Workers  Licensed Mental Health Counselors  These professionals may serve in other clinical leadership roles  COMPENSATION:   Commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.  The compensation range is between $250 -$300 per dependent on scope of responsibilities and program scope. CPNYC provides an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 403B Plan, and the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of marginalized Black and Brown children and youth in New York City. We are committed to a diverse, socially just, and welcoming work environment and people of color, people with varying abilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are especially encouraged to apply.          Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.     Children of Promise, NYC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V