ASSOCIATE PROGRAM DIRECTOR - RTF

Job Summary To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by

managing an effective team to provide quality services.

WHY WORK AT PATH? A Career with Meaning

At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here.

In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Annual increases
• Performance and longevity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
• Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• No-cost pension plan
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
• Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
• Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment

Physical Demands Must be able to participate in and appropriately apply and restrain staff in approved physical restraint techniques.

Qualifications Masters degree in Behavioral Health Discipline, 3 years work experience working with Behavioral Health population and a Preferred LSW, LCSW . At least three years' experience in the provision of behavioral health treatment for children, youth and adults.

Driver's License and Vehicle Required

Specific Duties

• Provide overall supervision of program at assigned Residential Treatment site
• Provide individual and group supervision of assigned staff, to include Residential Treatment Assistants.
• Ensure that staff vacancies are filled by interviewing and recommending selected candidates for hire to Human resources Department. Complete site orientations for all new hires.
• Ensure that policies and procedures are followed before, during and after any physical intervention.
• Regularly observe and provide feedback to Residential Treatment Associates to ensure that their interactions with each resident are consistent with the individual’s treatment and rehabilitation plans
• Ensure community meetings and other similar meetings are held on a regular basis.
• Ensure individuals gain access to needed psychiatric, medical, social, financial and other appropriate services
• Ensure that all relevant information is communicated to the psychiatrist and all other team members
• Implement and collaborate with team, skill training for individuals and families both on site and in the individual’s home.
• Monitor program site to ensure health and safety of residents and coordinate with Facilities Department.
• Ensure that the housekeeping, dietary and other basic life needs of each resident are being met
• Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of site at all times
• Ensure opportunities for residents to engage in community integration are provided