Associate Program Director- RTFA

PATH People Acting To Help, Inc.•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions. Our Mission? To Help Individuals Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life. WHY WORK AT PATH? A Career with Meaning At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here. In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives, we offer: • Competitive pay • Annual increases • Performance and longevity bonuses • Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family • Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time • No-cost pension plan • Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision • Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities • Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization • Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program • Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment JOB SUMMARY: To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by managing an effective team to provide quality services.

Requirements

Masters degree in Behavioral Health Discipline or Masters Degree in non Behavioral Health Discipline with 15-24 master level credit hours in a Behavioral Health Discipline
At least three years experience in the provision of behavioral health and intellectual disabilities treatment and rehabilitation for children, youth and adults
LSW, LCSW, LMFT, LPC preferred
Driver's License and vehicle required

Responsibilities

Provide overall supervision of program at assigned Residential Treatment sites (P-RTF and/or RTFAs)
Maintain and enforce compliance with DPW’s 55 PA Code Chapter 3800 (Child Residential and Day Treatment Facilities Regulations) OMHSAS’s Memo date November 1995 titled: Requirements for Licensure of Residential Treatment Facilities for Adults; PA Code 5100, CARF program standards; DHS, DBH and CBH requirements
Provide supervision and support to Residential Treatment Assistants, Psych Rehab Specialists, and other assigned staff
Supervise clinical and rehabilitation staff to ensure the effective delivery of therapeutic interventions, skills training, and psychoeducational programming.
Provide direct services as needed, including crisis management and therapeutic support
Facilitate treatment planning and ensure interventions align with individualized goals and rehabilitation plans
Review and approve documentation to ensure compliance with clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards
Develop and implement programmatic goals and monitor progress toward achieving measurable outcomes based on clinical diagnosis of individuals.
Ensure continuity of care through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, therapists, and other service providers.
Respond to program emergencies and crises, providing timely and appropriate interventions.
Oversee training to develop staff competencies, including fidelity to evidence-based practices
Ensure licensure compliance and regulatory readiness through regular audits and adherence to policies
Develop and implement program goals and monitor progress toward achieving measurable outcomes
Monitor and ensure adequate staffing coverage, including on-call rotation responsibilities
Ensure that staff vacancies are filled by interviewing and recommending selected candidates for hire to the human resources department. Complete site orientations and proper onboarding activities for all new hires
Ensure that policies and procedures are followed before, during and after any medical or psychiatric crisis
Regularly observe and provide feedback to Residential Treatment Associates to ensure that their interactions with each resident are consistent with the individual’s treatment and rehabilitation plans
Facilitate regular team meetings and ensure effective communication across all levels of the program
Participate in interdisciplinary and/or interagency meetings, including reauthorization and interagency reviews and ensure these meetings are held at least monthly
Provide input on policy development, program improvements, and strategic planning efforts
Ensure individuals gain access to needed psychiatric, medical, social, financial and other appropriate services
Collaborate with community and vocational organizations to develop partnerships that enhance program services and participant outcomes
Monitor and maintain site cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in collaboration with the Facilities Department
Ensure that the housekeeping, dietary and other basic life needs of each resident are being met
Ensure opportunities for residents to engage in community integration are provided
Conduct and document health and safety drills, including fire, natural disaster, and medical emergencies, ensuring compliance with all safety protocols
Manage program financial resources, including petty cash and budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with program needs
Oversee scheduling, usage, and maintenance of program vehicles and facilities
Interview and assess individuals for program admission, as assigned by the program director
Regularly review and process incident reports and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
Carefully review, follow up, correct and process all BH Review Committee Minutes as assigned by the Residential Treatment Services Director
Maintain all credentialing standards and contribute to ongoing professional development
Participate in the development of proposals as requested