BHCC - Director of BHCC

Legacy Behavioral Health Services Human Resources • Valdosta, GA

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About The Position

Legacy Behavioral Health Services is seeking a Director of Crisis Center (BHCC) in Lowndes County. The Director oversees the 24-bed Crisis Service Unit (CSU), 6-bed Temporary Observation (TO) Unit, and Crisis Service Center (CSC). The role includes program development, community outreach, building relationships with identified stakeholders, and clinical and logistical oversight of BHCC staff. The Director ensures quality services and works closely with the Medical Director, Nurse Manager, and Safety Manager. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Hold a Georgia license as a Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), or Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); alternatively, be a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• Four years of experience in behavioral health or the nursing field.
• Three years of management experience.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in health care administration (MHA) or business management (MBA).
• Prior experience in quality and performance improvement.
• Experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the 24-bed Crisis Service Unit, 6-bed Temporary Observation Unit, and Crisis Service Center.
• Implement program development.
• Facilitate community outreach.
• Develop and build relationships with identified stakeholders.
• Provide clinical and logistical oversight to BHCC staff.
• Ensure quality of services being delivered.
• Work closely with the Medical Director, Nurse Manager, and Safety Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance through State of Georgia employee benefit plans.
• Competitive pay.
• 24 days of paid leave in the first year.
• Retirement plan with an automatic 2% employer contribution to a 401(k), plus a 3% match after one year.

What This Job Offers

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