What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director, Behavioral Health position at LifePoint Hospitals Inc?
Job Info
Schedule: Full-time
Your experience matters
At Ottumwa Regional Health Center , we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Behavioral Health Program Director joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Program Directors who are registered nurses will also serve as the Director of Psychiatric nursing for the unit. Program Directors who are Licensed Mastered Social Workers will also serve as the Director of Social/Clinical Services on the unit.
How you’ll contribute
A Behavioral Health Program Director who excels in this role:
- Maintain overall responsibility for all aspects of operations.
- Responsible for hiring, training, supervision when required, and evaluation of all unit staff.
- Participate in providing care as needed and ensures services are carried out and documented appropriately.
- Participate in on-call schedule accordingly, as indicated based on licensure.
- Assure that all policies established by the Governing Body are implemented appropriately.
- Direct the strategic planning and assists the facility growth and outreach department in the marketing for programs, with input from divisional support leader
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
Applicants should have a current state license and possess a bachelor's degree. Additional requirements include:
Master's Degree in Nursing preferred, or Bachelor Science in Nursing or equivalent or be qualified by education and experience in the care of the mentally ill.
or
- Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling preferred.
- 3 years of leadership experience preferred.
- 3 years of experience in the caring for the mentally ill.
EEOC Statement
“Ottumwa Regional Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Posting Date: 2025-10-03T18:52:43 00:00
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 1001 Pennsylvania Ave Ottumwa IA 52501
