Program Manager I - Full Time
About The Position
KVC Health Systems is seeking a Program Manager I to lead and improve programs in residential and psychiatric hospital environments. The role is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing program enhancements while ensuring programs are safe, effective, and compliant with KVC policies, local licensing requirements, and national accreditation standards. The Program Manager I manages direct care staff and resources to support a therapeutic environment centered on patient rights, safety, and evidence-based active treatment. The role includes participating in treatment planning, overseeing client care and program operations, managing staffing and employee performance, and implementing improvements that strengthen client engagement and clinical outcomes. The position is based in Wichita, Kansas, follows a Monday-Friday schedule with some weekend availability, and works afternoon/evening hours. The role also participates in an administrator-on-call rotation for emergency leadership support.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- 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 four years is also considered.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 75 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Human Services, Education, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Experience with information systems such as My Avatar and UltiPro.
Responsibilities
- Provide respectful and inclusive leadership, fostering belonging and professional accountability among employees.
- Participate in treatment planning and ensure clinical objectives are met through active, high-quality programming.
- Oversee client care, ensuring patient rights are respected and essential needs are met.
- Manage program operations, including documentation audits, supply management, and regulatory reports.
- Evaluate staffing patterns and ensure adequate coverage through recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies.
- Lead and manage direct care employees, including performance evaluations, approval of hours and PTO, and fair administration of progressive discipline.
- Develop proficiency in KVC specialized curriculum, including Trauma Systems Therapy (TST), Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and SCM/Ukeru.
- Enforce mandatory reporting protocols for allegations of abuse or neglect and follow worker’s compensation and safety investigation procedures.
- Develop and implement program enhancements to strengthen client engagement and improve clinical outcomes.
- Participate in the administrator-on-call rotation to provide emergency leadership support as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
