Therapeutic Activities Program Manager

Description

Ever Well Health is searching for a caring and compassionate Therapeutic Activities Program Manager to join our growing team.

We've made a commitment to provide superior care through thoughtful and empathetic treatment, for adults experiencing significant mental or emotional issues.

The Therapeutic Activities Program Manager will be a major contributor to our core mission. This role will be a direct line of support, creating a safe, secure and nurturing environment for our residents.

If you meet the requirements below, please apply. Your contribution will truly make a difference.

REPORTS TO: Director of Behavioral Health

SALARY: $70,000-$85,000

JOB SUMMARY

Under general direction, provides leadership, coordination and supervision for all aspects of assigned program(s) in a manner that ensures high quality, cost effective care. Requiring independent judgment in the applications of established procedures, plans, and provides direct resident services and performs other activities in the management of resident care as needed. The manager is involved in the supervision, both directly and indirectly, of program staff and in the overall management of service delivery issues in the EWH facility.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

“What You Will Do"

• Full-time responsibility of the organization, conduct and evaluation of planned activities. Will be given assistance as necessary in order to ensure that all residents participate in accordance with their interests and abilities. *
• Participates in and leads facility meetings and training as assigned, requested, or required.
• Participates in administrative on-call after-hours rotation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assists in the recruitment and hiring of employees; assures provision of initial orientation and ongoing development; conducts performance evaluation and disciplinary actions as required; and assists in the coordination and the deployment of staff consistent with program needs. *
• Ensures that CCR Titles 9 and 22, regulatory agency and facility requirements, including facility documentation standards, financial records and program assets are maintained. *
• Manages the implementation of policies and practices to ensure the consistent quality of service delivery and compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory bodies. Develops and implements standards of care and assists staff to work effectively and efficiently with residents.
• Participate in program development and organizational planning to ensure responsive care consistent with emerging resident needs.
• Coordinates resident care with facility staff and resident case managers, conservator, family members, etc., as appropriate. Assures services are integrated to meet resident needs.
• Provide direct services as required.
• Participates in and leads facility meetings and training as assigned, requested, or required.
• Participates in administrative on-call after-hours rotation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION & SKILLS

• Bachelor's Degree required, in Recreation or Activity planning, Psychology, or Sociology preferred
• A minimum of three years of experience in a supervisory role preferred.
• A minimum of three years of experience in providing planned group activates.
• A minimum of three years, full-time, direct-care experience with individuals with mental illness.
• Demonstrated previous work experience at a facility licensed by the Department of Social Services California Community Care Licensing Program (CCL).
• Proof of, valid California driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and a good driving record.
• Has experience with exercising good judgment and acts calmly in emergency situations

REQUIRED - ABILITIES & ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent team player and communicator, with all levels of staff.
• Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work legally in the United States.
• Ability to read and understand documents, write simple memos, reports and letters, speak effectively with residents, customers or other employees.
• Ability to engage and communicate with residents in an empathetic manner.
• Ability to work effectively with persons differing in value systems, ethnicity, cultural backgrounds, language capabilities, and disabilities.
• Ability to follow directions and work within a program, and systems structure.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized, and emergency situations.
• Exercises good judgment and acts calmly in emergency situations.
• High emotional and collective awareness.
• Great sense of humor, and values humility.

REQUIRED - CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

• Valid California driver’s license, DMV pull program current automobile insurance, and a good driving record.

REQUIREMENTS - PHYSICAL

• Walking, Sitting, Pinching and Finger Flexion, and Visual/Auditory Acuity are required constantly (over 2/3 of the workday);
• Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Bending, Stooping, Crouching, Kneeling and Twisting are required occasionally (under 1/3 of the workday).
• Balancing, Climbing and Crawling are generally not required.
• Ability to Pass an Employment Physical.
• Current TB Test (No negative results within the last 12 months).*

REQUIREMENTS - EQUIPMENT

• Fax Machine
• PC Computer
• Multi-Line Phone
• Dolly

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• mental health: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fresno, CA 93726: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000