Crisis Bed Program Lead: Youth Mental Health & Support

Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc.; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan contributions up to 8%

Professional Development Opportunities

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life and Long-term Disability

Job summary

Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. seeks a Crisis Bed Supervisor Lead to oversee the Crisis Bed Program and supervise Mental Health Technicians and Shift Supervisors.

The role focuses on clinical oversight, risk assessment, and interagency collaboration to protect youth safety and wellbeing. Responsibilities include intake/discharge back-up, person-centered treatment planning, and program performance oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related human services field.
• Two years proven supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with Delaware’s behavioral health systems.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Crisis Bed Clinical Coordinator Therapist to maintain clinical standards.
• Complete intake and discharge meetings as needed, implementing individualized plans.
• Develop person-centered treatment plans considering developmental and family systems.
• Use risk management skills when engaging with Crisis Bed clients.
• Understand suicide risk indicators and risk of harm to others.
• Maintain trauma-informed, professional interactions with children, families and stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and supervision for Crisis Bed Shift Supervisors and Mental Health Technicians.
• Handle scheduling, hiring, training and performance management for staff.
• Oversee operations: menu planning, supply procurement, inventory, and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Monitor program performance indicators and implement improvements as needed.
• Foster teamwork with staff, families and community partners; support staff development.
• Ensure Incident Reports are initiated, completed and reviewed per policy.
• Build strategic partnerships with schools, healthcare providers and advocacy groups.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Community partnerships

Team supervision

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work / Psychology / Public Health

Job description

Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. seeks a Crisis Bed Supervisor Lead to oversee the Crisis Bed Program and supervise Mental Health Technicians and Shift Supervisors.

The role focuses on clinical oversight, risk assessment, and interagency collaboration to protect youth safety and wellbeing. Responsibilities include intake/discharge back-up, person-centered treatment planning, and program performance oversight.