Medical Director (Medical Coordinator)

Job description

Medical Director (Medical Coordinator) Summary: START is an evidence-based, community crisis prevention and intervention service model for individuals aged 6 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health needs. The START Medical Director will provide medical oversight on client cases as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide consultation and training to all members of the team (clinical team and therapeutic supports). Collaboration with primary treating physicians of persons served by START and provide recommendations. Consultation to psychiatric hospitals regarding treatment of people with ID/A and behavioral health need and provide recommendations. Participate in recurring team meetings as necessary and provide recommendations. Review health needs, complete indicated assessments, provide recommendations and follow-up to START enrollees as part of the collaborative team. Participate in monthly CETs, including support for the clinical director with training, multidisciplinary assessment, recommendations and treatment planning. Assist with the collection of MEDS assessment data, analyze the data with the assistance of START team members...