DIRECTOR OF RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

UHS•Bradenton, FL

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Palm Shores Behavioral Health Center is a 65-bed residential treatment facility that provides treatment to adolescent boys and girls, ages 11 – 17. Treatment includes behavioral, emotional, and psychiatric interventions as well as education. Our treatment philosophy is based on trauma-informed care principles and offers distinct progressive phases of care. Located in Manatee County, Southwest Florida offers a diverse mix of lifestyle options. While most people think of our sandy beaches, waterfront views, and golf courses, this area on Florida’s Gulf Coast is also rich in lifestyle diversity. From walkable downtowns to communities with art and cultural influences and equestrian ranches, Southwest Florida has something for everyone to love. Manatee County is an hour or two away from some of the state’s large metropolitan areas. The facility is looking for a Director of Residential Services who will be accountable for 24-hour a day leadership of the therapeutic milieu for all units and for the direct supervision and oversight of the Residential Supervisors, RN House Supervisors, Mental Health Techs and Staffing Coordinator. The Director of Residential Services will work in close collaboration with the CEO, COO, DON, and Nurse Supervisors to accomplish the mission of the organization. Through strong leadership, communication, and management skills, the Director of Residential Services has a vital role in providing all residents with a safe, structured and therapeutic environment. In addition, the Director of Residential Services is responsible for measuring and reporting program outcomes and developing and maintaining program policies and procedures. This role also serves in the Administrator on Call rotation.

Requirements

Master’s Level Degree required (Masters of Social Work or other clinical Master's degree equivalent)
At least three to five years of hospital experience
Must have strong organizational skills
Extensive walking, standing, sitting
Must be able to lift over 25 lbs.
Must be able to participate in the physical restraint and seclusion of patients
Must be able to participate in and complete Handle with Care Training

Nice To Haves

Current license from the State of Florida, LCSW or LMHC preferred

Responsibilities

Accountable for 24-hour a day leadership of the therapeutic milieu for all units
Direct supervision and oversight of the Residential Supervisors, RN House Supervisors, Mental Health Techs and Staffing Coordinator
Work in close collaboration with the CEO, COO, DON, and Nurse Supervisors to accomplish the mission of the organization
Provide all residents with a safe, structured and therapeutic environment
Measuring and reporting program outcomes
Developing and maintaining program policies and procedures
Serve in the Administrator on Call rotation