ASST PROGRAM DIRECTOR - ADMIN

Rivendell of Arkansas; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivendell of Arkansas in Benton is seeking an Assistant Director for the Assessment and Referral department. This role involves providing direct patient care, conducting assessments, and guiding staff under the Director's supervision.

Ideal candidates will have a Master’s Degree and RN Licensure, alongside knowledge of behavioral health management. The position requires leadership capabilities and adherence to regulatory standards. Rivendell has been delivering quality healthcare for over 35 years, making this an excellent opportunity for dedicated professionals.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree is preferred.
• Registered Nurse Licensure (RN).
• A working knowledge of behavioral health management practices and clinical operations is needed.
• An advanced knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements is preferred.
• A minimum of two years psychiatric treatment experience is preferred.
• Current CPR or BLS certification.
• Current Handle with Care training and Verbal De-escalation training offered at the facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including assessments.
• Guide/monitor staff in day-to-day processes.
• Interface with referral sources and community service agencies.
• Ensure compliance with quality patient care standards.
• Provide leadership in the absence of the Director.

Skills

Behavioral health management practices

Clinical operations

Verbal de-escalation

Leadership

Education

Master's Degree

Registered Nurse Licensure (RN)

Job description

Responsibilities

Assessment and Referral

Assistant Director

Rivendell Behavioral Health Services is an 80-bed full-service behavioral healthcare acute care facility located in Benton, AR, that has been providing quality health care to the residents of Arkansas since 1985. Rivendell Behavioral Health Services has been offering hope to individuals, families, and communities for over 35 years. Rivendell offers unique and individualized programming for adolescents and adults that sets us apart from many other treatment facilities, and is proud of our tenured leadership team and our committed staff members.

As a member of the Assessment and Referral department, the Assistant Director provides direct patient care to include the completion of assessments, assisting in the formulation of treatment recommendation, and guides/monitors staff in the day-to-day processes of the department with the guidance of the Director. The Assistant Director interfaces with referral sources, community service agencies, businesses, employers, and healthcare facilities; ensures compliance for quality patient care and compliance with the Joint Commission standards, State Health Department requirements, and all other regulatory standards. The Assistant Director will provide leadership for the department in the absence of the Director.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Master's Degree is preferred.
• Registered Nurse Licensure (RN)
• A working knowledge of behavioral health management practices and clinical operations.
• An advanced knowledge of state and federal regulatory and various accreditation requirements related to behavioral health management.
• A minimum of two years psychiatric treatment experience is preferred.
• Current CPR or BLS certification. (offered at facility)
• Current Handle with Care training and Verbal De-escalation training. (offered at facility)

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