Program Manager I
About The Position
Childrens Mercy Camber Olathe (CMCO) is seeking a Program Manager I to provide inclusive and engaging leadership for its residential and psychiatric programs. The role develops and implements program enhancements to strengthen patient engagement and outcomes, while ensuring that children and families receive respectful, accountable, and integrity-centered care. The Program Manager I manages program operations, including staffing, recruitment, compliance, and safety. The position oversees patient-care quality and employee performance, supports program stability, and coordinates resources and safety protocols to maintain effective care environments.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
- Two or more years in a management role, or four or more years of direct care experience in a residential or psychiatric hospital environment; a combination of management and direct care experience totaling at least four years is also accepted.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to achieve proficiency in systems such as My Avatar, Citrix, and ADP, as well as program curricula such as TST and PBIS.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Human Services, Education, Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Provide respectful and inclusive leadership to employees across all backgrounds.
- Oversee the integrity of patient care, ensuring essential needs are met and patient rights are respected.
- Partner with leadership to plan resources and ensure adequate staffing through recruitment and onboarding.
- Evaluate program stability and adjust resources to enhance safety and effectiveness.
- Manage direct care employees, including performance evaluations, scheduling, and professional development.
- Ensure program compliance with local licensing, accreditation, and KVC policies.
- Coordinate safety protocols, including workers’ compensation and incident reporting.
- Develop and implement program enhancements to strengthen patient engagement and outcomes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
