The Behavioral Health Manager is entrusted with the responsibility of program development, clinical supervision, staff development, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, resource management, community engagement, crisis management, and more. This position will be managing the unit at Ochsner’s Lafayette General Hospital.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match
• 100% Coverage of Mental Health Benefits
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Essential Functions:

Requirements

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required.
• 5 years of related healthcare experience.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support certification through American Heart Association.

Qualifications / Skills:

• Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to be self-directed.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Work Environment:

Subject to many interruptions. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere. Work requires spending approximately 90% or more of the time inside a building that offers protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.