Director of Partial Hospitalization Program - Lancaster, PA

You can make a difference by helping people get back into the swing of life at Ponessa Behavioral Health as a Director of the Partial Hospitalization Program in Lancaster County!

Summary of the position:

Ponessa Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced clinical leader to fulfill the role of Director of Partial Hospitalization Program (Child/Adolescent). This is a full time, Monday through Friday, administrative/clinical position. The starting annual salary is $60,000.00.

Summary of the Program:

The Partial Program at Ponessa Behavioral Health offers Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) to children (ages 5-12) and adolescents (ages 12-17). Services include short-term intensive group therapy geared towards the unique mental health needs of the child/adolescent. Common issues addressed include, but are not limited to, mood instability, stress, anxiety, depression, disorganized thinking, trauma, poor social skills and behavioral outbursts. Participants attend group therapy sessions; meet with a clinician for individual counseling and case management needs, and a psychiatric prescriber for medication.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Recruiting and hiring of program staff
• Program Staff supervision and management
• Attend and participate in all required meetings and committees
• Comply with governmental regulations regarding confidentiality of resident records, documentation, and client rights
• Conduct the following meetings for the partial program: general staff meeting (weekly); individual supervision of program staff as needed
• Implement policies and procedures in compliance with all external and internal policies, laws, and regulations
• Be responsible for the daily operations of a large partial hospitalization program
• Plan, direct, and manage the clinical and administrative coordination of all aspects of the program, its consumers, and staff (including student interns)
• Ensure a clean, safe day hospital environment
• Ensure a meaningful and productive activity schedule for consumers to include skill training groups and treatment programs specifically targeting those areas of need identified in the treatment planning process
• Processes, and helps facilitate referrals
• Intervene at times of crisis to help consumers achieve and maintain stabilization.
• Ensure all staff compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures
• Operate the program within the prescribed budget and maintain documentation of expenditures
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) efforts
• Participate in review and evaluation of program goals, activities, policies and procedures
• Report all problems, issues, and unusual incidents to appropriate parties in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with agency policies and procedures
• Schedule staff development and staff training activities
• Uphold the general standards of clinical/professional practice
• Uphold the mission, values, and philosophy for service of the Agency
• Responsible for all employee hiring, discipline, and discharge
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned

Education Requirements:

Graduate degree specific to a clinical discipline in human services, social work, psychology or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

PA Licensed (LPC, LSW, LCSW)

Minimum of 1 year related supervisory experience

Minimum of 3 years mental health/behavioral health experience working with children/adolescents

Credentials:

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
• PA Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)
• PA Department of Human Services: Use service code 1KG738
• Educational Documentation: Official Transcript from master's degree
• PA License (if acquired)

Perks and Benefits:

(Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in insurance benefits after 30 days of full-time employment)

• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Critical illness, disability, cancer, life insurance, and ABLEPAY.
• Free clinical supervision for licensure
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO, PTO cash out, PTO increases, and holiday pay
• Employee anniversary recognition and awards
• 401K and Roth IRA Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution
• Tuition discounts through numerous educational partnerships

Submit your resume today for immediate consideration!

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Ponessa Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.