Program Manager - Mental Health

BrightQuest Treatment Center in La Mesa is hiring a Program Manager! This is an onsite position.

Primary Purpose & Function:

The primary role of Program Manager is to ensure that the facility is in compliance with state licensing and Joint Commission regulations at all times. This role also includes working closely with the clinical team and Milieu Support Staff (MSS) in order to support the daily operations of the facility and provide appropriate care and supervision for each resident. The Program Manager is responsible for coordinating the ongoing operation of a behavioral health residential treatment program. This includes overall responsibility for the supervision, development and motivation of staff, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning of day to day operations. The Program Manager carries out all job responsibilities with fidelity, integrity and accountability to the agency. The Program Manager ensures the highest level of care, service and engagement for the residents in the home.

Individual, Family,& Group Therapy:

• A case load of “Primary” clients, “Secondary” clients, as well families, will be assigned by the Clinical Leadership Team.
• In addition to therapy sessions, “Primary” duties include the provision of therapy, case management, coordination of auxiliary care, overseeing client schedules and therapeutic structures, development and management of the client’s treatment plan, and providing families with updates on how their loved one is doing in the program.

Active Participation in weekly Administrative, Clinical and Training meetings:

• Clinical record documentation - Documentation requirements will include writing and submitting progress notes and reports on a daily basis, completion of admission and discharge summaries and treatment plan updates, disciplinary and treatment recommendation letters, and supporting auxiliary and support staff with requisite documentation needs.
• Clinical coordination and consultation with other staff members, in person, by phone and/or by responding to/sending emails.
• Facilitating assessments.
• Exhibit General Psychotherapy Skills (Develop Effective Therapeutic Alliance, Effectively Gather Data, Exhibit Diagnostic-Analytic Skills).
• Utilize Intervention Skills (Maintain Working Alliance, Focus Therapy, Understand Personal Process Issues, Engage in Appropriate Crisis Intervention, Exhibit Case Management Skills).
• Demonstrate Skill in Various Treatment Settings/Modalities (Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy)
• Effective time management and adherence to time boundaries
• Thorough, succinct, and on-time with paperwork
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Bachelor Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other Health Related Field preferred.
• Specific, required, current, and active licensure, registration, or certification must be maintained in good standing.
• Two years of experience in a related field is preferred.
• Ability to implement and enforce program guidelines, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the requirements for providing the type of care and supervision needed by clients, including ability to communicate with such clients.
• Ability to direct the work of others.
• Ability to provide direct service to clients.
• Knowledge of records keeping, documenting, and filing.
• Must have sufficient knowledge of Licensing Regulations.
• Sound understanding of mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and milieu therapy.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to use various software programs.
• First Aid/CPR certified.
• Have a valid driver’s license in good standing and auto insurance.
• Successfully complete comprehensive background check (including criminal record clearance), MVR screen, and drug screen.
• Successfully complete required health screening, including a current and valid TB clearance.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends, and adapt schedule as needed.

Our Benefits

Sero Mental Health and its subsidiary companies are proud to offer full-time employees and their dependents enrollment in multi-level medical, dental, and vision health benefits with substantial employer premium contributions. Additionally, the company offers employer paid Life Insurance and AD&D, Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and Employee Assistance Plans. Employees can choose from a variety of voluntary benefits including Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Short Term Disability Coverage, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Plans, Critical Illness Coverage, and Legal Assistance. Furthermore, the company offers generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.

Both full and part-time employees have the opportunity to enroll in the company’s 401(K) Retirement Plans with company match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed per paycheck. Employees contributing to their 401K plan are 100% vested immediately upon becoming eligible for the company match.

All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of hire.

BrightQuest Treatment Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,000 - $72,000