What are the responsibilities and job description for the Treatment Program Manager position at Montana State Hospital?
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Treatment Manager at Montana State Hospital.
This position plans, implements, and evaluates comprehensive unit specific treatment functions in accordance with standards and regulations for providing inpatient psychiatric care. Treatment services provided reflect current evidence-based practices and ensure continuity of care based on individualized patient treatment plans.
Why Join DPHHS
Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence . By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.
The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity:
- Strong working knowledge of clinical methods and best practices.
- Understanding of individual and team approaches of treatment and therapy for mental health disorders.
- Extensive knowledge of professional, ethical, and evidence-based standards of practice for healthcare professionals in different disciplines and for operation of a healthcare facility.
- Effective interviewing and information gathering techniques.
- Effectively utilize knowledge and skills and apply them to practical assessment and treatment modalities for patients.
- Ability to compose and provide information in the form of reports and complete clinical documentation.
Meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Rehabilitation Therapy, or closely related healthcare field required.
- Recent relevant (within 5 years) experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.
- 2 years' manager/supervisory experience required.
- Certification or licensure appropriate to the individual's clinical background preferred.
- 2 years' experience working with SDMI adults preferred.
How to Apply
To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
Additional Information
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
Salary: $35.66 - $35.66, Hourly
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible
Number of Openings: 1
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Union: 000 - None
Primary Location: Warm Springs
Salary : $36
