What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Journeys - Program Manager position at Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care?
SIGNING BONUS
Master's and Associate level - $3000
Fully Licensed - $5000
About Us:
As a non-profit organization, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day!
Role Overview:
The Program Manager for the New Journeys Program will provide leadership and management for program development, training, quality assurance and quality improvement, and clinical supervision for all Valley Cities (VC) staff and programs in the assigned function areas. The Program Manager for New Journeys Program primary responsibilities include supporting the Director in ensuring the mission of VC is fulfilled and implementing policies, procedures, and other activities in support of strategic goals and objectives. The Program Manager for the New Journeys Program is responsible for the delivery of client services provided by the New Journeys team. This position provides direct service to program participants, as described in the NAVIGATE model for up to 30 individuals from ages 15-40 experiencing their first psychotic episode. Responsibilities include establishing program goals and objectives in conjunction with the Service Director and Senior Leadership team. This position carries out the activities and processes outlined in the NAVIGATE manual for this position. The position requires excellent communication, public speaking, and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure successful start-up and maintenance of the New Journey’s program by identifying needs, planning, organizing, and directing the demonstration project.
- Assured that all team members are trained in the NAVIGATE model that has been selected for this program’s unique population.
- Establish and maintain a county-wide network of referral sources for the New Journeys program.
- Establish a teamwork model that supports blending and overlapping of functions, abilities, and interventions among all team members.
- Work effectively as part of the management team to disseminate the practice knowledge gained in implementing New Journeys and assist in implementing in all outpatient settings.
- Provide clinical supervision to the New Journeys team, ensuring use of the NAVIGATE model.
Leadership:
- Support the mission and goals of VC and maintain and expand the quality of services.
- Lead team of New Journeys Program staff who provide program services by setting and sharing program vision, goals, and standards of excellence, providing feedback about progress, and supporting staff in effectively caring for themselves and their clients.
- Attend agency and community meetings, psychiatric consultations, individual supervision, and other program meetings to represent the agency, develop partnerships and share information.
Operations:
- Oversee day to day New Journeys Program operations to ensure effective program functioning and adherence to program goals, objectives, and budget.
- Ensure caseload, productivity and clinical standards are maintained.
- Ensure data and statistical information necessary to maintain accountability to external funding sources are collected and reported in a timely manner.
What We're Looking For:
Education:
- MA Degree in Behavioral Sciences Field.
Certification / Licensure
- Washington State Counselor, Marriage Family Therapy, or Social Worker Licensure.
- Qualifies as a Children’s Mental Health Specialist per WAC definition preferred.
- Current Driver’s License.
- Pass required background checks.
- Current automotive insurance.
Experience:
- Minimum two years supervisory experience.
- Minimum two years of experience, post licensure, providing mental health treatment.
- Can illustrate documented, service-oriented experience that includes successful staff development and quality client outcomes.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
- 21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
- $450/year for training/professional development
- Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure
- Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A positive and collaborative work environment.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume (cover letter optional) detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.
Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. We look forward to welcoming you on board!
Schedule:
For the Program Manager New Journeys at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the position is dynamic, providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.
We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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