Crisis Respite Program Manager (Trauma‑Informed Lead)

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (Previously known as Heart of Texas MHMR); Waco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Employer paid)

Dental Insurance (Employer paid)

Life Insurance (Employer paid)

Short-Term Disability (Employer paid)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Payroll Direct Deposit

12 paid Holidays per year

Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan

Job summary

Heart of Texas Region Behavioral Health Network seeks a Crisis Respite Program Manager to lead and supervise the Crisis Respite Program, coordinating admissions, treatment planning, and staff support in a trauma-informed, equitable manner.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, building community referrals, providing crisis counseling, and ensuring timely documentation while partnering with The Wood Group to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology or social work from an accredited program.
• LPC or LCSW licensure or LPC-I/LMSW track preferred.
• At least 1 year supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in mental health services for individuals with severe mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and supervision for the Crisis Respite Program.
• Build relationships with local community agencies for referral purposes.
• Provide crisis counseling for consumers and clinical oversight for staff.
• Coordinate referrals and admissions.
• Prepare progress notes and other required documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis counseling

Communication

Time management

Staff supervision

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or Social Work

LPC or LCSW licensure

LPC-I or LMSW candidate

Job description

Heart of Texas Region Behavioral Health Network seeks a Crisis Respite Program Manager to lead and supervise the Crisis Respite Program, coordinating admissions, treatment planning, and staff support in a trauma-informed, equitable manner.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, building community referrals, providing crisis counseling, and ensuring timely documentation while partnering with The Wood Group to meet client needs.