What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Program Director position at Gulf Coast Social Services?
Overview : We are seeking a compassionate and licensed Behavioral Health Professional to join our team. As a Behavioral Health Program Director, your role will involve conducting patient assessments, providing immediate support and intervention to individuals experiencing crisis situations, conducting home studies providing counseling and therapy, and coordinating appropriate resources for ongoing care. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in need.Responsibilities : - Conduct patient assessments to determine immediate needs and level of crisis- Provide crisis intervention and counseling to individuals in distress- Utilize various therapeutic techniques, including psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, to assist patients in managing their crisis- Assist with case management by coordinating referrals and connecting patients with community resources- Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patients' engagement in treatment - Provide short-term support and follow-up care to ensure continuity of care for patients- Complete home studies for potential foster care parents - Maintain accurate and confidential patient records-Be able to maintain an on-call rotation that requires travelExperience : “Licensed professionals” are defined in the newly-approved LA Medicaid state plan amendment for Mobile Crisis Response as : a. LMHPs (professionals who are terminally licensed for independent practice, such as an LCSW, LPC, LMFT), and alsob. Provisionally licensed professionals who must work in an agency setting under LMHP supervision, but who are in fact licensed by their respective boards and for whom assessment is within their scope of practice, such as an LMSW, PLPC, or PLMFT.- Previous experience working with children and families in crisis situations is highly preferred- Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy- Familiarity with addiction counseling techniques and interventions- Strong assessment skills to evaluate patients' mental health status and needs - Ability to provide individual and group counseling sessions effectively- Experience in case management and resource coordination for patient care- Proficient in conducting patient interviews and assessments using standardized tools- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written- Compassionate nature with the ability to provide empathetic patient care.Join our team as a Mental Health Program Director and make a difference in the lives of those in need. Apply today to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.Job Type : Full-timePay : $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per yearBenefits : Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceHealth savings accountPaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule : Monday to FridayOn callWeekends as neededEducation : Master's (Required)License / Certification : Driver's License (Required)Work Location : In person#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
