Crisis Residential Director

Carastar Health • Montgomery, AL

397d • $52,000 - $79,124

About The Position

The Crisis Residential Director at Carastar Health is responsible for overseeing the operations of an eight-bed Crisis Residential Unit. This role involves providing direct services to clients, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with various standards and regulations. The director plays a crucial role in client support, staff coordination, and maintaining the overall quality of care within the facility.

Requirements

• Master's degree in the behavioral sciences from a recognized college or university with a clinical practicum.
• Two years post-master's experience in a direct service functional area.
• Must be licensed or license eligible; if license eligible, must have LGSW or ALC credential within three months of hire date.
• Current licensure status preferred.
• Must meet requirements for Approved Medicaid Provider status.
• Must secure and maintain current CPI and Red Cross First Aid/CPR certifications.
• Must pass MAC I and MAC II certification training.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and maintain a driving record that is acceptable to Carastar's insurance carrier.
• Must maintain at least liability coverage on personal vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the overall operations of the PAC Crisis Residential Unit Program.
• Function as a support agent to all clients in the program, supervising their day-to-day activities in accordance with the established schedule and procedures of the program.
• Coordinate 24-hour staff coverage of the program.
• Assist in evaluating the clients' general medical and mental status.
• Provide emergency assessment regarding clients' medication and mental status.
• Contact the doctor when any significant change in client medication is indicated.
• Complete all forms and paperwork required by the Agency.
• Participate in training activities to increase skills and knowledge in methods and techniques used in the care of psychiatric clients and in the use and effects of psychotropic drugs.
• Document all services in the Electronic Health Record.
• Ensure program meets all standards, including DMH, Medicaid, Life Safety, and any other applicable standards.
• Supervise all staff assigned to the program, ensuring they are completing their duties according to their job descriptions.
• Serve as liaison to community, stakeholders, first responders, and other referring agencies, providing education and information as needed.
• Participate in clinical staffing of consumers with other Program Directors and Supervisors.
• Ensure the Intensive Day Treatment Program is operating according to standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of the facility and oversee the inventory of supplies.
• Monitor length of stay within the unit, ensuring that estimated lengths of stay are not exceeded.
• Monitor staff productivity and conduct staff evaluations.
• Ensure all staff vacancies are filled.
• Provide direct services as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree