Behavioral Health Program Manager - Crisis Services

Position Summary :

Full time Behavioral Health Program Manager position available for our Adult Mobile Crisis Program in Vancouver, WA. This is a 24 / 7 program and the manager will be responsible for daily management and operations of this program.

The Program Manager coordinates the program and client’s needs with Behavioral Health Director. Provides administrative duties as outlined by the Behavioral Health Regional Director.

Ensures full compliance with the DBHR policies and procedures, Joint Commission accreditation body and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) guidelines.

Understands multi-cultural issues relative to mental health and chemical dependency treatment.

Responsibilities :

• The Manager is responsible for ensuring adequate quality of care for all behavioral health patients, including but not limited to, medication management, chemical dependency treatment, substance abuse care, mental health therapy, peer support services and case management services.
• The manager is responsible for administrative matters, such as vacation, staff evaluations, staff performance, staff productivity, and ensures clinical supervision is provided to Sea Mar staff.
• The Program Manager conducts investigations and implements progressive disciplinary action as appropriate.
• The Manager represents the organization in local meetings and advocates on behalf of Sea Mar patients and the agency.
• Conducts, on a continuous basis, a quality control review to ensure that staff adheres to procedures established by funding sources and the agency in relation to documentation and reporting of services.
• Coordinates with oversight agencies to ensure quality of care.
• Schedules and performs quality assurance reviews as required by WAC on a regular basis.
• Consults and collaborates with other professionals / agencies on client evaluations, treatment plans and follow-up.

Qualifications :

• This individual must have a Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Business, or a social service related field.
• Five years of experience providing direct services.
• Three plus years of management & supervisory experience.
• Mental Health Professional, Chemical Dependency Professional, and Minority Mental Health Specialist certifications are preferred.
• Must hold active Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification, or be able to obtain it within 90 days of hire date. Must maintain current certification throughout employment.

What We Offer :

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization.

Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement.

The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of :

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid-time-off starting at 27 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.

We also offer 401(k) / Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.