Mental Health Program Administrator

Discovery Behavioral Health (DBH) is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating disorders, mental health, and substance use and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve.

Since 1997,  Discovery Mood and Anxiety Programs , DBH’s Mental Health Disorder Division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.

Compensation Range: $65,000 per year - $75,000 per year

Compensation will be dependent upon geographic region, education, and experience

This is a full time position.

Our Offer to You!

We are dedicated to empowering our employees with their professional and personal development by providing:

• 401(k) with company match
• Healthcare benefits
• Vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
• Continuing Education (CE) programs and training
• Networking opportunities and development of professional relations
• Weekly training opportunities
• Advancement opportunities within the organization

Job Description

The Program Administrator (PA) is responsible for the supervision and management of the treatment program, facility, staff and patients. The PA consults with the Clinical Supervisor and Division Leadership weekly and on an as needed basis to ensure services, program functioning and patient treatment are being conducted in a manner consistent with Discovery’s mission statement and values.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of the programs functioning except clinical supervision to ensure quality and initiates any quality improvement that may be necessary.
• Supervise weekly Treatment Team Meetings to ensure consistent and effective communication between treatment team members, proper oversight of patient development and progress and to ensure a team approach is utilized in the treatment of our patients.
• Monitor and assess staff morale and build team spirit and continuity. Intervene and address any staff related issues that may come forth.
• Participate in the interview process in a collaborative fashion to determine the appropriateness and

  qualifications

  of prospective staff members.
• To provide adequate and ongoing training of facility employees, and sufficient oversight/supervision to ensure that all services are in keeping with the Discovery Mission Statement.
• Provide bi-monthly in-service trainings to all mental health Tech treatment staff. Areas of development and in-service training include but are not limited to:
  • Behavioral modification
  • Group Therapy
  • Milieu Management
  • Communication Skills
• Evaluate and apprise each member of the professional staff (in conjunction with the clinical supervisor for clinical team), completes a written narrative clearly identifying strengths, weaknesses, and goals for the coming year. These reviews to be completed after the first three months of employment and yearly thereafter.

• Keeps in contact with the clinical supervisors to ensure they are overseeing therapist process of utilization review and assisting in the process of assuring that all patients stays are covered in some way (i.e. insurance, private pay, etc).
• Ensure full adherence to the policy and procedure manual and that 100% or staff are up to date on reading and signing off on each new policy. Ensure adherence to health code policies, JACHO and licensing regulations. Provide oversight of any/all audits as necessary.
• Works with staff to arrange coverage of all shifts. Ensure that adequate staffing is provided for shifts. Adjust staffing to match census when necessary.
• Providing on-call support in conjunction with clinical staff and providing ultimate oversight when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned
• Work schedule is Monday-Friday. Our business hours are 9 am-7 pm. 3 shifts during the week will be 9 am-5 pm, 2 shifts will be 11 am-7 pm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Masters Degree preferred
• Two years experience in residential or hospital setting.
• Must have 2 years of management experience.

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Additional Information

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.