Lead Unit Administrator

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Marion, VA

2d • $93,009

About The Position

To direct and develop the clinical and administrative operation for Extended
Rehab Services according to accreditation guidelines. All Services are provided
according to the needs and preferences of adult individuals, taking into account
age and diagnoses-specific issues. This position is also responsible for
coordinating he performance improvement services of the unit. This position with
supervise the Program Directors for Geriatrics and Acute Admissions.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills across a variety of levels in the organization.
• Comprehensive knowledge of clinical, administrative, and accreditation/licensing requirements (TJC, CMS) for in-patient mental health programs.
• Knowledge of practice/principles of mental health assessment, psychiatric rehabilitation and treatment of individuals with serious mental illness.
• Knowledge of age specific population clinical needs.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement principles and ability to apply them to customer service framework of healthcare.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Ability to develop and evaluate policies and procedures.
• Analytical skills.
• Knowledge of fundamental principles of performance management.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer advanced degree in mental health field or equivalent combination of advanced training and experience.
• Strongly prefer experience administering hospital mental health program; may substitute experience administering major component of program.
• Strongly prefer advanced or Master’s degree in behavioral health field.
• Strongly prefer experience administrating or supervising inpatient mental health program or major component of program.

Benefits

• DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees