Clinical Programs Coordinator

Acadia Healthcare; Grenada (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Grenada, MS, seeks a purpose-driven program administrator to plan, direct and coordinate its therapeutic programs. You will build administrative and clinical operations that deliver quality patient care and outcomes.

The role oversees budgeting, staffing, scheduling, discharge and billing, develops treatment plans, maintains records, ensures compliance with regulations, and mentors staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral or mental health or closely related field.
• Master's degree in behavioral or mental health where required by state for licensed clinicians.
• Four or more years’ experience working with the population of the facility required.
• One or more years’ supervisory experience required.
• Licensed counselor/therapist as required by the state and for the area of clinical expertise.
• Valid driver's license, if required by the facility.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain administrative and clinical operations that provide quality care and outcomes for the patients.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of program goals, objectives, personnel, resources and equipment.
• Oversee the program's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits.
• Work may involve directing counselors, clinical staff or other facility / clinic staff involved in the delivery of services through the program.
• Provides management and oversight for the facility program.
• Develop and implement procedures to ensure efficient operations of the program; continually identify opportunities to improve program's efficiency; coordinate care delivery, work flow; oversee scheduling, registration, discharge and billing processes for the person(s) receiving services according to facility / clinic procedure.
• Provide staff management to including hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.
• Responsible for an assigned caseload if applicable to the program.
• Monitor staff schedules to ensure that appropriate staffing levels are available to facilitate care in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, develop and maintain and audit charts and records for person(s) receiving services.
• Serve as liaison and provides consultation with other staff on related issues, regulations, and standards pertaining to area of clinical specialty.
• Assist in the development and implementation of operating policies and procedures for the program or organization; ensures that procedures and workflow are consistent with organizational objectives, treatment protocol, regulations, and standards of care; ensures that operations conform to established environmental, safety, and infection control requirements.
• Provide outreach services in area of clinical specialty, as needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral or mental health

Master's degree in behavioral or mental health

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Grenada, MS, seeks a purpose-driven program administrator to plan, direct and coordinate its therapeutic programs. You will build administrative and clinical operations that deliver quality patient care and outcomes.

The role oversees budgeting, staffing, scheduling, discharge and billing, develops treatment plans, maintains records, ensures compliance with regulations, and mentors staff.