Clinical Program Development Specialist, Associate | Western Psychiatric Hospital

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Clinical Program Development Specialist to support the Child and Adolescent Unit. This role involves training staff, developing programs, conducting assessments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in training and supervising staff in therapeutic communication.
• Ability to conduct assessments and create treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Trains and supervises staff in therapeutic communication and behavioral techniques.
• Conducts assessments, creates treatment plans, and leads individual and group therapies.

Skills

Therapeutic Communication

Behavioral Techniques

Clinical Assessment

Team Collaboration

Job description

The Clinical Program Development Specialist, Associate is responsible for inpatient program development and evaluation of treatment strategies for the unit. In addition, this individual takes an active role in behavioral supervision, clinical education and development of the direct care staff skills to provide effective behavioral and cognitive treatment. Reports to the Clinical Program Development Specialist, Senior.

The hire for this role will be supporting the Child and Adolescent Unit at Western Psychiatric Hospital. This is atwenty-two bed unit that treats patients between 3-18 years old focusing on brief assessment and stabilization.

Responsibilities:

Training & Supervision

• Trains and supervises staff in therapeutic communication and behavioral techniques.
• Assigns and oversees cases for milieu therapists; provides clinical guidance.

Program Management

• Develops and updates milieu and behavior management programs.
• Coordinates training for families and collaborates on policy implementation.

Clinical Services

• Conducts assessments, creates treatment plans, and ensures follow-through with care teams.
• Leads individual and group therapies; participates in clinical conferences.

Assessment & Documentation

• Uses clinical tools to assess psychiatric and behavioral issues.
• Maintains accurate records and communicates findings to families and professionals.

Collaboration & Communication

• Works with multidisciplinary teams to improve care and patient satisfaction.
• Participates in meetings and supports program improvements.