Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team?
At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.
We are seeking a Program Director join our team in our residential program in Chestnut Hill area in Philadelpha, PA. The Program Director oversees a 16 bed Long Term Structured Residence (LTSR).
The Program Director Will

• make employment decisions including hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or change of status in conjunction with Human Resources.
• ensure documentation is properly and accurately recorded for residents to meet state regulations, payer requirements and Merakey standards including treatment plans, progress notes, and charting requirements.
• plan and review the program’s budget.
• ensure proper incident reporting occurs through Merakey, state (HCSIS), county, and payers.
• ensure proper management of all crisis and emergencies.
• adhere to the alternative outpatient payment structure.
• attend all required meetings inside and outside the agency.
• ensure compliance of current Merakey policies and procedures and develops new procedures as needed.
• direct, manage, maintain, and monitor clinical services.
• ensure adherence and compliance to program best practices, Merakey policies, and outside agencies.
• ensure compliance to state, local, federal, and contract requirements as well as requirements from payers.
• facilitate ongoing assessment, evaluation, and planning of programs.
• identify and act on opportunities for growth, development and improvement within the program.
• collaborate with clinical staff, consumers and consumers’ families, other programs, and outside agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• ensure program participation in PQI process.
• prepare for site visits and audits.
• provide clinical leadership in development and delivery of modalities, most effective treatment standards, policies and procedures.
• provide direct supervision of staff to ensure a high standard of care.
• supervise staff including the completion and oversight of annual performance evaluations.
• oversee staff orientation/training for all staff.
• complete any additional duties as assigned.

Earn $69,000 annually. BenefitsMerakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay enrollment option
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Care.com Membership

About MerakeyMerakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.
Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
EducationThe ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in a generally recognized clinical discipline and 5 years of mental health clinical experience.
• The Program Director must be registered, licensed, or certified to practice his profession, if that profession is governed by a registration, licensing or certification board in this Commonwealth. i.e. LSW, LCSW, LPC.

Work Experience

• 5 years of mental health paid or unpaid experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of severe mental illness, recovery principles and recovery driven service system.

Other

• Valid Driver’s License required.
• All Clearances required by OMHSAS regulations.

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