Program Director - $5, 000 Sign-On Bonus

Company: Hendricks Behavioral Hospital
Location: Evansville
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

Under the direct supervision of the CEO, the Program Director 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 HBH 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 preferredOne year supervisory experience preferred.Skills /Knowledge:Must possess knowledge of milieu management, group dynamics, individual and family treatment, biological aspects of psychological illness; demonstrated leadershipability and skills.Physical Demands:Required to frequently sit, stand, bend, stoop and walk, sometimes for extended periods.Required to lift/ move objects weighing in excess of 20 pounds.Must have visual, hearing, and learning capabilities sufficient to perform the essential functions defined above.Environment and Scheduling:Work is performed in clinical and designated administrative office settings.Duties may involve contact with patients who may be threatening, aggressive and/or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.Must be flexible and available to work additional hours when necessary.May be scheduled to work on weekends and/or holidaysHendricks 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

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