BHID Program Supervisor

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc. in Philadelphia is seeking a qualified individual to manage the BHID residential program, ensuring quality services and promoting residents' independence. The ideal candidate will supervise staff effectively and ensure compliance with all regulations.

Applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health, paired with relevant supervisory and clinical experience. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health Discipline required.
• Prefer 2 years’ experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• At least two years of supervisory experience in behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Behavioral Health Residential Service Workers.
• Ensure compliance with community regulations and program goals.
• Conduct interviews and site orientation for new staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Behavioral health knowledge

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Health Discipline

Job description

About Path Inc.

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions.

Our Mission? To Help Individuals Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life.

WHY WORK AT PATH?

A Career with Meaning

At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here.

• Competitive pay
• Annual increases
• Performance and longevity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
• Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• No-cost pension plan
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
• Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
• Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment

Job Summary

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by managing an effective team to provide quality services. Effectively supervise Behavioral Health Residential Service Workers in the BHID program. Ensure PATH’s mission and BHID program goals are consistently communicated with BHRSW. Promote and model teamwork between BHID clinical team and BHRSW staff. Ensure the team provides services and interventions consistent with individualized plans for each resident.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Health Discipline.
• Prefer 2 years’ experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and a behavioral health diagnosis and 1 year experience of psychosocial rehabilitation with adults with BH or ID diagnoses.
• At least two years of supervisory experience in the provision of behavioral health and/or ID services and/or other human services.
• Excellent clinical, communication and interpersonal skills, excellent writing skills, good knowledge of the Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disabilities fields and Best Practices.
• Active Driver's License and vehicle required.

Specific Duties

• Provide assistance to the BHID Program Director to effectively operate the BHID residential program.
• Maintain and enforce compliance with Office of Developmental Programs Community Homes for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities Regulations; 55 Code Chapter 6400; Chapter 51 Intellectual Disabilities Services, as well as CBH/DBH/NIAC requirements.
• Monitor residential sites to ensure the health and safety of residents.
• Directly supervise assigned residential staff which includes regularly observing and providing feedback and training to staff to ensure their interactions with each resident are consistent with the individuals’ goals, uses techniques and approaches that positively supports individuals’ ISP as well as ODP’s Everyday Lives Philosophy.
• Interview applicants to fill staffing vacancies and recommend candidates for hire.
• Conduct site orientation of new staff to assure staff are knowledgeable about residents needs and services.
• Assist program director with interviewing and evaluating individuals for entry into the program.
• Oversee admission of residents into the program and complete discharges as needed.
• Ensure individuals gain access to needed psychiatric, medical, social, residential, financial, and other services appropriate for the individual.
• Ensure individuals have access and availability to meaningful activities appropriate to their ability and interests and schedule opportunities for residents to engage in community integration activities in accordance with their ISP goals.
• Facilitate recreational and/or psych rehab activities for residents with BHID clinical team.
• In conjunction with the Director, hold weekly scheduling meetings to ensure appropriate coverage at all residential sites within the program.
• Provide direct services as needed, especially during staffing vacancies.
• Provide, on a rotating basis, BHID on-call support, 24 hours/7 days a week to provide advice to residential staff which includes responding to phone calls within 10 minutes and providing face-to-face intervention as indicated to resolve a crisis.
• Attend monthly clinical team meeting to ensure cohesiveness between the clinical team and site staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Minimal to moderate level of physical demand such as: ability to sit and stand for extended periods, lift at least 25 pounds, ability to perform CPR.