What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist (Part Time) (Evenings) position at Lake Behavioral Hospital?
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Program Specialist oversees daily operation of evidence based practice/best practice programming. He/she provides clinical supervision of program dynamics within the acute therapeutic milieu for patients. Supports program development and organizational objectives, while ensuring that patient goals for recovery, stabilization, and community re-integration are supported by appropriate services. Supervises and assists in hiring, training, and evaluation of Mental Health Technicians. Promotes facility values and philosophies in all aspects of treatment practice, in accordance with LBH policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulation and licensure accreditation standards.
Education & Experience:
- Preferred education is a graduate degree from an accredited school of psychology, social work, professional counseling, education or medicine with licensure or licensure eligibility as a Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor, Nursing or Psychiatrist (MSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPC, Psy.D., Ed.D., MD, RN, LPN or equivalent).
- Five years full-time experience in inpatient psychiatric setting or equivalent, preferred
- One year supervisory experience preferred.
Additional Requirements: May be required to work occasional overtime and flexible hours.
Lake Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits; time off, medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and matching 401k.
Equal Opportunity Employer