What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site Director, Day Treatment position at A Seaside Healthcare Company?
Youth Haven Services is a comprehensive mental health agency specializing in children, adolescents, and their families. We have been making a difference in the lives of children/families in our area for nearly twenty years. We focus on providing individual attention and quality treatment in a culturally competent environment to enhance children/family outcomes. We are a CARF accredited, CABHA (Critical Access Behavioral Health Agency) serving Rockingham, Guilford, Caswell, Stokes and surrounding counties.
Position: Full-time Meadowbrook Site Director/Qualified Professional:
Employee must be a Qualified Professional (For more information on Qualified Professionals or Associate Professionals in the state of NC see: https://info.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/mhlcs/faq.html click on Section 5, 10A NCAC 27G .0104 STAFF DEFINITIONS).
Duties: The duties and responsibilities shall consist of:
- Providing leadership to ensure the effective and productive operation of the day treatment program, including facility, staff and overall program development.
- Collaborating with internal and external agencies to ensure that the program’s needs, growth and policies are being met.
- Consulting with educational coordinator to ensure the NC Standard Course of Study is followed.
- Maintaining effective administration of documents such as new consumer referrals, personnel files, scheduling, Medicaid notes, etc.
- Communicating with parents, guardians, and appropriate community agencies to ensure the best possible treatment for the consumer.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Qualified Professional with a four-year college degree and a minimum of four years’ experience with the population served (mental health youth/adolescence). Management experience is preferred.
- Ability to relate positively and professionally with persons with disabilities, co-workers and community agencies.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in verbal and written form.
- Ability to effectively present information to groups, service users, family and guardians, government officials and general public.
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and credentials
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Aflac, FSA, 401k and PTO
Qualifications:
Education
Years of Related Experience
Minimum
Preferred
Minimum
Preferred
High School Graduate / Equivalent
0-1
Professional Certification
1-3
x
Technical School / 1 Year College
3-5
Technical School / 2 Years College / Associates Degree
5-8
Bachelors Degree
x
8-10
Masters Degree
10
Advanced Licensure
Required Knowledge, Skills, Licensure, Training & Travel Requirements (if applicable):
Education: Minimum of a bachelors degree in the Human Services field, Masters Degree preferred.
Work experience: Minimum of 2 years direct experience working with Mental Health diagnosis/population.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Supervisory experience; knowledge of community resources; communication skills (written and verbal); background/training/experience, competencies in the use of a personal computer (word processing/excel), On Target, photocopier and fax machine; organizational abilities; prioritization skills; flexibility; ability to multitask; ability to develop productive relationships; ability to produce in a fast-paced environment, ability to develop responsible decisions and exercise sound judgment. Takes direction well and demonstrates initiative.
Travel Requirements: Services is delivered at assigned school
Essential Job Duties
% of Time
1.
Actively participate in the development of Person-Centered Plans in conjunction with school personnel, social services professionals, assigned client(s) and their families. Ensure adherence to Evidence base therapy model is being implemented in the classroom. Educate family members regarding daily progress of client, mental health issues, existing community services, and act as an advocate in connecting family members to these services. Work with assigned clients in the development of new coping, problem solving, and communication skills at age-appropriate levels.
40%
2.
Complete and maintain up-to-date client records according to TPFS standards and prepare the necessary reports and file the client documents in a timely and accurate manner. Schedule, attend and actively participate in clinical supervision once a week.
25%
3.
Completes client paperwork and delegates appropriate duties. Manage authorizations and reauthorizations. Reviewing and approving all notes
10%
4.
Provide crisis intervention and treatment to client in school setting as needed to foster positive behavior in the classroom. Crisis response maybe after done outside the classroom or after school hours.
10%
5.
Be present in the school with clients during school hours. Supervise Day Treatment program and staff and report to Day Treatment program director.
10%
6.
Other duties as assigned/required
5%
Guidance Requirement: Indicate the degree to which the position is guided by the Supervisor/Manager
(Check One)
Direct supervision given. Specific / Detailed instructions provided.
Procedures well established. Few decisions made. Supervisor readily available as needed.
Independent judgment necessary. Supervisor is usually available.
x
Little to no guidance provided by supervisor on daily basis.
Physical Effort Requirement: (Check One)
Little/no physical effort
Physical Effort found in normal office environment
x
Occasional physical effort (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, etc.)
Frequent/strenuous physical effort (e.g. lifting, moving heavy objects, etc.)
Salary : $59,000 - $74,700