Program Manager - CSS

AtlantiCare•Egg Harbor Township, NJ

14h

About The Position

The Program Manager is responsible for the operation of distinct programs within established units. The Program Manager assumes responsibility for the coordinating and integrating of services within the program and for realizing the goals of the program. The Program Manager provides leadership and direction within regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Master's Degree in behavioral health related field.
NJ LSW/LCSW or LAC/LPC is required for position at time of hire.
Valid NJ Driver's License required.
Two (2) years in behavioral health setting.
Experience providing services to individuals involved in supportive housing
CPI and BLS required within 90 days of hire or transfer, Annual, six (6) hours in discipline

Nice To Haves

Supervisory Experience
Additional years experience in behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

Maintains communication with the CSS Director around team functioning and service delivery
Makes recommendations to the unit's Director regarding resources and programming in order to realize the program's goals
Supervises all program staff administratively, performs performance evaluations and makes recommendations to the Unit Director regarding training
Assures that contracted/budgeted levels of service are achieved
Manages the program's budget
Assumes direct care responsibilities as directed by the Unit Director
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to any age/disability group assigned
Proficient in the knowledge and skills described in the core competency curriculum for each assigned age/disability group.
Creates a climate that supports the dynamic interaction and participatory process of the team
Ensures equal distribution of team responsibilities
Keeps the team focused to complete daily and team issues meetings efficiently and effectively
Contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring, and updating of the individualized rehabilitation plan pursuant to NJAC 10:37B-2.4
Performing therapeutic rehabilitative skill development pursuant to NJAC 10:37B-4.2
Offering services appropriate to meet the consumer's needs pursuant to NJAC 10:37B-4.6
Performing crisis intervention pursuant to NJAC 10:37B-4.4(a)24
Completes all documentation within established time frames
Documentation must be completed within one (1) calendar day of service delivery
Will also serve in the capacity of one of the various disciplines on the team (RN, Peer Advocate, Co-Occurring Specialist, or Vocational Specialist)