Respite Program Manager

Under the direction and supervision of the Crisis Services Director, the Crisis Respite Program Manager develops and manages a therapeutic environment for the Crisis Respite Program. The primary responsibilities of the Program Manager position include program oversight and engagement with agency staff as well as community stakeholders to facilitate Respite admissions for individuals in crisis. Reviews and completes referral paperwork including crisis treatment plans on each individual entering the Crisis Respite Program. Works closely with The Wood Group staff to meet the needs of individuals in the program. The Program Manager is trained in utilizing evidence-based interventions and utilizes a trauma-informed, person-centered, and equitable approach when engaging with staff and consumers.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Provides oversight and supervision for the Crisis Respite Program.
• Build relationships with local community agencies for referral purposes.
• Provides crisis counseling for consumers and clinical oversight for staff.
• Coordinates referrals and admissions.
• Prepares progress notes and other required documentation.

Experience:
Requires successful experience in providing mental health services for people with severe and persistent mental illnesses, a working knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, psychosocial assessments, and crisis intervention. One-year supervisory experience preferred. Requires excellent communication skills.
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in psychology or social work. Licensure as an LPC or LCSW, or master’s Level candidate for licensure as an LPC-I or LMSW, preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of mental illness and emotional components of physical illness, psychiatric diagnosis, psychosocial assessments, and crisis intervention.
• Considerable ability to work cooperatively and effectively with professional personnel; to exercise tact, initiate, and good judgement in dealing with consumers and families; to prepare reports and make recommendations for administrative use; to speak and write effectively; to relate to people and to interact with consumers.
• Must be able to lift up to 30lbs.
• Must have excellent time management and organizational/filing skills.
• Must be able to transport clients and travel 90% locally and 10% regionally.
• Ability to enter clinical documentation before deadline.
• Must have treatment planning and rehabilitation/skills training.
• Must have and maintain a level of general health that permits the performance of the job duties and ability to maintain regular attendance as set forth in center policies and procedures.
• Ability to complete CPR, First Aid, and PMAB training.

Position: 738

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Salary: TBD

Heart of Texas Region Behavioral Health Network strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Benefits:

Employer paid Health Insurance
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year

Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)**
**Certain Requirements Apply**

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full-time employment