Program Director, Behavioral Health
About The Position
The Program Director of Behavioral Health is responsible for the strategic planning, managing, directing, coordinating and controlling the overall operations of behavioral health program and services. Provides leadership to ensure attainment of strategic objectives and the delivery of quality, economical health care services and other related lines of business. Coordinates and enforces program-wide policies and procedures that support the accomplishment of the behavioral health services' aims, objectives, and programs. Directs the short- range and long-range planning functions that develop goals, objectives, and strategic plans to ensure quality services and a financially sound program. Participates and manages the budget for the programs, demonstrates awareness of monthly expected budgets, allocates funds within the budget as directed, and ensures that the programs operate within the budget. Provides supervision to the leaders and staff in the designated programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
- in the care of behavioral health patients
- Licensure in Stat of Practice, Licensed Master's level clinician required
Responsibilities
- Maintains overall responsibility for all aspects of operations.
- Responsible for hiring, training, supervision when required, and evaluation of all unit staff.
- Participates in providing care as needed and ensures services are carried out and documented appropriately.
- Participate in hospital/ unit and/or administrator on call schedule, accordingly.
- Assures that all policies established by the Governing Body are implemented and followed appropriately.
- Assists in the strategic planning as appropriate.
- Participates in facility growth and outreach department in the marketing for programs, with input and direction from divisional vice president (BH).
- Provides input on annual budget for program in conjunction with divisional team showing the expected revenue and expenditures as required by the board.
- Oversees unit-based activities related to behavioral health including administration of care, productivity, and compliance with furnished policies and procedures.
- Supports facility-based initiatives and functions related to federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
- Consults with leaders on a regular basis; evaluates leadership competence and makes changes as necessary; keeps lines of communication open; works with hospital leadership to foster high employee morale and a positive work environment for employees.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
