Program Specialist

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Provide and oversee the delivery and implementation of behavioral health or recovery programs within a facility. Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Co-lead groups, participate in curriculum development for the program and collaborate with treatment team members to help the patients meet their treatment and care goals. Provide patient care within a program to include: Monitor patients to evaluate treatment progress. Intervene in crisis situations to assist patients. Modify treatment plans to accommodate patients' needs. Collaborate with other professionals to assess needs or plan treatments of patients. May counsel family members of patients. May assist patients by coordinating activities, providing companionship and assisting with basic daily needs (dressing, bathing, eating). Assist in the oversight and maintenance of the program schedule. Coordinate the activities of other program staff and oversee the work of interns as applicable. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Services field preferred. • Two or more years' experience in behavioral health required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS

Licensed counselor/therapist as required by the state and for the area of clinical expertise. Valid driver's license if required by the facility. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.