Deputy Director of Healthcare Solutions

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Serving as a project lead, the Deputy Director of Healthcare Solutions is responsible for the planning and execution of revisions to or development of new AACAP clinical practice tools, including the CALOCUS-CASII and the ECSII. AACAP’s clinical practice tools are service intensity determination tools that guide providers and payers in determining the appropriate amount and types of mental health services and supports to address a pediatric patient’s needs at a given point in time. Working with AACAP leadership and member experts, this position will be instrumental in managing the design, implementation, and messaging of a business strategy necessary to deploy new and/or revised AACAP service intensity instruments and related clinical practice tools. The Deputy Director of Healthcare Solutions supports this work by providing project management support, budgeting and financial forecasting, data analysis, and by engaging AACAP member experts and external consultants in development, marketing, and distribution efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports development, implementation, and messaging of the business strategy, including business objectives, budgeting/forecasting, and potential deployment solutions
• Manages development timeline, budget, and internal/external resources
• Works with internal and external stakeholders to define and prioritize features and capabilities of clinical practice tools
• Works with internal and external stakeholders to assess partnership and licensing opportunities
• Conducts market analysis and deployment performance evaluations
• Oversees ongoing technical support, client management/contracting, and vendor management
• Staff liaison to AACAP member subject matter experts

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced business, health administration, or health informatics degree preferred
• Demonstrated success in launching and supporting healthcare solutions
• Self-driven; ability to work independently, with high standards of quality
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working with senior management and AACAP member leadership
• Excellent organization and project management skills and experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Intellectually curious and motivated by learning
• Empathetic, open-minded, and inclusive
• Preferred skills include proficiency in financial modeling, data analytics, market analysis, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word

To apply, please submit a cover letter and current resume (Microsoft Word® format preferred). The cover letter should outline how your experience fits the requirements of the position as this will be an important factor in considering your candidacy. Must be willing to commute to the DC office 2-3 days per week.

The American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) is a professional association of child and adolescent psychiatrists who are committed to AACAP’s mission to promote the healthy development of children, adolescents, and families through advocacy, education, and research. AACAP’s volunteer leaders and staff administer programs and benefits designed to meet the professional needs of these practitioners throughout their careers. The Academy provides continuing medical education and certification opportunities through its Pathways online learning portal as well as its in-person workshops and meetings. AACAP publishes practice guidelines as well as its publications, including the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (JAACAP), JAACAP Open, AACAP News, and the Owl Newsletter. AACAP supports research and training fellowships in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry through federal and non-federal grants. In addition to the Washington DC based 501(c)(3), AACAP operates a 501(c)(6), and the AACAP-PAC.

AACAP provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or status in any group protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the organization based on their unique capabilities, talent, life experiences, and self-expression.