Residential Manager - Mental Health

SERV Behavioral Health System • Elmwood Park, NJ

1d • $59,564 - $59,564

About The Position

SERV is a well-established behavioral healthcare provider in New Jersey supporting people with mental illness and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities as they work toward greater independence and life satisfaction. The Residential Manager is a graduate-level behavioral health professional who delivers care to clients with serious mental illness (SMI). The role includes direct client services, case management, clinical interventions, medication-related education and supervision, site oversight, and team leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health-related discipline.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Valid driver's license in the state of residence.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be able to complete a physical, drug screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Meet the direct-service (face-to-face contact) expectations established by annual goals.
• Use assessment and treatment skills and provide comprehensive case management.
• Collaborate with collateral care providers and advocate for clients.
• Deliver psychoeducational groups and individual supportive counseling, and provide family intervention when indicated.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention, discharge planning, and medication-monitoring education and supervision.
• Oversee site scheduling as necessary and monitor clients.
• Serve as a team leader and provide clinical supervision to Counselors and Senior Counselors.
• Perform other duties deemed appropriate by the supervisor from time to time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager