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