Behavioral Health Crisis Center Director Position Available In Thomas, Georgia

Behavioral Health Crisis Center Director 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars

Thomasville, GA Job Summary:

Exciting new opportunity to start and to join an innovative, community-based behavioral health and intellectual/developmental disabilities services organization located in South Georgia. Georgia Pines Community Service Board is a public, not-for-profit organization with an annual budget of $25M and a diverse workforce of 300 direct-care and support staff. We provide services to 6 rural counties with several locations. We strive to provide the highest quality, evidence-based services in the least restrictive settings. Georgia Pines Mental Health is currently seeking an Inpatient Director, someone who has the passion, commitment, talent, and ability to work collaboratively with their peers to continue to advance the mission and vision of the organization.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Assures that behavioral health crisis center services are adequate, appropriate, and accessible Develop and implement behavioral health crisis center policies and procedures to ensure facility is in compliance with DBHDD regulations. Reviews monthly reporting metrics for the BHCC to ensure programs meets Key Performance Indicators Develop long and short-term goals for the health agency and participates in the agency’s strategic and operational planning Interviews, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and terminates employees Maintains awareness of advances in medicine, data processing technology, and government regulations Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of services and programs Oversees the planning, development, scheduling, and implementation of the program Participates in the development and administration of budgets Performs community assessments and develops program workflows based on data collection, activity reports, planning documents, program plans and objectives Plans and organizes program structure and policies to meet organizational and programmatic objectives Plans, organizes, and directs the work of the unit(s) to provide continuous active treatment to the individuals served Set priorities and implements goals and objectives to meet guidelines Develops procedures to enhance individuals’ level of care and assist in reducing mental health crisis scenarios with crisis intervention techniques Georgia Pines believes this is a great opportunity for anyone who truly wants to make a difference in people’s lives. This position is an integral part of the agency’s Mental Health Inpatient and reports directly to the Mental Health Inpatient Program Director with the appropriate latitude for utilizing seasoned judgment to accomplish his/her responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND licensed as an LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or RN, AND Three years of supervised managerial experience in the area of assignment.

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Vision Insurance Disability insurance Short Term Long Term Critical Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Legal Insurance Flexible working schedules Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Employee, Spouse, and Child ADD (Accidental, Death, and Dismemberment) Paid time off 13 State Holidays and Up to 12 Annual Leave days per year and Up to 12 Sick Leave days per year and Education Leave Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Free supervision training for licensed eligible positions CEU reimbursement

Type of Recruitment:

This announcement is open to all qualified persons. Full time unclassified (at-will employment) position with benefits. Georgia Pines participates in the NHSC student loan repayment program for qualifying positions. Applications must include a telephone number where the applicant can be reached during the daytime. Failure to provide sufficient detail of work history may result in an applicant not being considered for an interview. An applicant who has a disability which may require special accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act should inform the Human Resources Dept. if contacted for an interview.

Internal Applicant Eligibility:

To apply, you must be in your current position for a minimum of 6 months with no disciplinary action. If this position is within your current department, you must have been employed in your current position for a minimum of 1 year without disciplinary action. Requests for exceptions must be submitted to the Executive Director.

All Relevant Information Is Subject To Verification:

A pre-employment physical may be required for appointment to position. A pre-employment PPD Tuberculin Skin Test will be required at the applicant’s expense. An FBI fingerprint-based criminal records investigation is required for appointment to position. Pre-employment drug testing is required for appointment to position. Males between l8 and 26 years of age will be required to present proof of having registered with the Selective Services System as required by federal law or of being exempt from such registration. An official transcript may be required from the college that granted your hours and/or degree. The transcript (Primary Source) will need to be furnished to the Human Resource Department.