Program Director

Program Director Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. - 3.6 Pittsburgh, PA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Clinical program budget management Staff supervision Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Management Social service program staff supervision Driver's License Budget account management (social services) Working with individuals with mental health conditions Managing social services program budgets

Full Job Description Status:

Full Time Salaried FLSA Classification:

Exempt Summary of Position:

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: The Program Director is responsible for the overall administration of the Allegheny Program including Intensive Behavioral Health Services, Truancy Services and Outpatient clinic services. This includes the provision of participant services, personnel management and budget management.

Specific Tasks Include:

Responsible for all services provided to participants and their families who are referred to the program. Ensure that all participants receive the appropriate number of hours, contacts, services, specified monies and activities as required by contract with the referring authority or the third party payor. Ensure that all services have been authorized or reauthorized by the referring authority or third party payor. Oversee the intake process including interviewing referrals and appropriate family members along with referring authority staff. In conjunction with the participant and family ensure that a service or treatment plan that meets the individual needs of the participant and family is developed and implemented. Such plans must be strength-based using the wraparound plan model. Monitor service delivery provided by staff and ensure that staff implements the goals in the service or treatment plans, as well as implement any revisions to the plan that result from changing needs or case reviews. Identify, recruit, hire, train, monitor and supervise all direct service professional and administrative staff in the local program, following the YAP, Inc. personnel policies and procedures, including the matching zip code policy for recruiting direct service staff whenever possible. Ensure that staff qualifications meet those imposed by the referring authority or third party payor Provide direct service professional personnel with staff development and training sessions as required by YAP, Inc. policies. Promote staff development including the provision of cross-training among staff. Conduct staff meetings and training sessions for program personnel. Attend staff meeting and trainings as assigned by regional director. Assist staff in creative problem solving, including securing needed professional resources for participants and their families. Ensure that activities for participants and their families involve education, employment, social and other areas of need. Develop plans for discharge which include community linkages that will support the participants and family after termination of service. Ensure that all required time lines and due dates are met. This includes submission of all administrative, fiscal and billing documents and data base information to The Support Center for processing and all reports and documents that are required to be submitted by referring authorities and third party payors. Manage the local program within budget parameters. Identify new opportunities and new projects to assists in the growth and development of YAP, Inc. programs and services.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Master's degree in a health or human services field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Counseling) required. Active Pennsylvania licensure as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Psychiatric CRNP required. Experience with Pennsylvania IBHS regulations and service delivery preferred. Relevant experience in a community-based behavioral health setting required; equivalent experience may be considered where permitted. Minimum of one (1) year of experience supervising staff and managing budgets. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with electronic records or database systems. Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus. Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.

Benefits Available :

Medical/Prescription Dental Vision Short Term Disability UNUM Supplemental Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid time off Holiday Pay 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan. Weekly Competitive Pay Direct Deposit Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. #pajobs Education Required Masters - Licensed or better in Human Services or related field

Skills Preferred Bilingual/Spanish Speaking Behaviors Preferred Leader:

Inspires teammates to follow them

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.