Assistant Program Director

COMHAR INC • Lehigh Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

COMHAR's Long Term Structured Residences (LTSR) is designed to provide 24/7 residential and intensive treatment supports for adults with a variety of psychiatric and health related needs. Our LTSR division has an immediate opening for an Assistant Program Director. COMHAR, Inc. is a not-for-profit community based health and human service organization founded in 1975. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability-related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a clinical discipline required
• 2 years relevant Mental Health experience
• 2 Years of Supervisory Experience, preferably in a residential setting

Responsibilities

• Clinical and administrative oversight of all aspects of the LTSR, its residents, and staff
• Development and implementation of Policies and procedures in compliance with all external and internal policies, statutes, and regulations
• Oversight of admission screening and negotiations regarding referrals, transfers, and discharges
• Maintenance of safe and therapeutic environment for residents and staff, including conduct of all required inspections, fire drills, and observance of safety standards
• Compliance with external and internal requirements and regulations regarding record keeping, and reporting
• Establishment of liaison relationships with OMH/MR, referring agencies, external service providers, either directly, or through delegation
• Attend all external and internal meetings as required
• Development and implementation of staff training required by external regulations, Agency and/or Program Policy, and indicated by Staff needs
• Compliance with all COMHAR policies and procedures with no unauthorized exception

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager