Bay Ridge Program Manager

Arundel Lodge Behavioral Health; Edgewater (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Arundel Lodge is seeking a Program Manager to lead day-to-day operations of the recovery-oriented program. You will supervise Rehabilitation Specialists, coordinate IRPs, and collaborate across departments to ensure high-quality client care.

The role requires strong leadership, crisis management, and a commitment to the Recovery Model. The Program Manager will work with the Middle Management Team to foster a respectful, dignified, and recovery-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to respond to crises and manage stressful situations.
• Physical ability to perform office work, visit off-site housing, and assist clients, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily program operations and supervise Rehabilitation Specialists.
• Schedule management: time sheets, time-off requests, and mileage claims.
• Coordinate Individual Recovery Plans and treatment goals with staff.
• Act as liaison with pharmacies, psychiatrists, and other healthcare providers.
• Coordinate admissions, discharge planning, and case management support.
• Oversee housing inspections and quarterly site visits to ensure standards.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning as needed.
• Supervise community outings and engagement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Crisis response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Job description

Arundel Lodge is dedicated to supporting individuals in their recovery journey from mental illness, physical illness, and substance abuse. We provide high-quality services rooted in the Recovery Model, which emphasizes hope, empowerment, peer support, and self-determination. We are currently seeking a Program Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in supporting our mission and fostering a culture of respect, dignity, and recovery for those we serve.

Position Overview

The Program Manager is an integral leadership position responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our program. This includes supervising, training, and mentoring our Rehabilitation Specialists, ensuring the effective delivery of services to individuals in recovery, and modeling the core values of the Recovery Model. The Program Manager will work closely with the Middle Management Team and collaborate across multiple departments to ensure seamless service delivery and client care.

Staff Management

Develop and implement staffing patterns that meet program and individual needs.

• Ensure all client files are updated and compliant with state and CARF regulations
• Review and sign off on monthly progress notes, daily contact notes, and incident reports
• Directly observe staff and mentor them in the Recovery Model approach
• Conduct interviews, hire, train, and develop staff to perform their duties competently
• Perform probationary and annual performance evaluations and provide regular feedback

Manage Shifts and Hours & Recovery Process

Program Managers must be available 24/7 for any emergencies.

Manage scheduling, including overseeing staff time sheets, time-off requests, and mileage claims.

• Maintain an on-call schedule to address staff concerns

Recovery Process Support

• Maintain familiarity with all relevant client information including diagnosis, treatment plans, and medication
• Coordinate Individual Recovery Plans (IRPs) and ensure treatment plans are individualized and person-centered
• Assess clients’ stage of change and apply appropriate interventions
• Participate in the development of treatment plans and overall recovery goals

Coordination of Care

• Act as a liaison with pharmacies, psychiatrists, and other healthcare providers
• Ensure timely scheduling of medication reviews and documentation of treatments
• Coordinate somatic care and hospitalization needs
• Foster ongoing communication with clients’ families, educating them on the Recovery Model
• Implement crisis intervention and management plans

Case Management & Intake

• Ensure all clients are assigned a case manager and support case management in admissions and discharge planning
• Coordinate financial matters such as entitlement applications with case management
• Participate in intake interviews and team discussions for new client referrals

Housing & Facility Coordination

• Oversee housing inspections and coordinate repair needs with the Facilities Director
• Conduct quarterly inspections of all residential sites to ensure compliance with regulations and professional standards

Crisis Intervention

• Identify early warning signs of psychiatric and physical decompensation and take appropriate action
• Diffuse and address behavioral or psychiatric crises to maintain safety and well-being
• Promote healthy coping mechanisms and assist clients in managing stressors

Community Engagement

• Supervise Rehabilitation Specialists in facilitating community outings and activities that encourage connections with the broader community

Qualifications

This Program Manager position requires someone with a passion to make a change in clients with mental health issues.

Knowledge and experience with the Recovery Model in mental health and substance abuse recovery services.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to respond to crises and manage stressful situations
• Physical ability to perform office work, visit off-site housing, and assist clients as necessary, including lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, etc.) from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of two years’ experience working in the mental health or psychosocial rehabilitation field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience