Mental Health Day Program Lead (DC)

Prestige Healthcare Resources Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Healthcare Resources, Inc. in Washington, DC seeks a Day Program Care Coordinator to oversee clinical services, staff coordination, and documentation for mental health programs.

The role requires strong organizational, IT, and communication skills and operates within a fast-paced clinical environment. The candidate will manage treatment plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and liaise with Clinical Director and Billing teams.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinking to link plans to organizational goals.
• Problem solving to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Clinical skills, ethics, and client relationships.
• Leadership to inspire and accept feedback.
• Organizational ability to manage multiple projects and schedules.
• Teamwork to collaborate with staff and managers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage clinical services provided by Mental Health Staff.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per Prestige policies and professional standards.
• Allocate staff resources to meet consumer needs promptly.
• Supervise staff to ensure compliance with health care policies and facility regulations.
• Coordinate in-service opportunities for staff compliance.
• Maintain and organize clinic documentation and supplies.
• Provide on-site coordination of psychiatric services and admin support.
• Communicate concerns timely to Clinical Director or designee.
• Update treatment plans and monitor status reports and assessments.
• Maintain active utilization caseload spreadsheets for CSWs.
• Assist in Medicaid applications and coordination with Community Support Workers.
• Coordinate team meetings for comprehensive services.
• Work with Billing to ensure authorization of services.
• Maintain professional environment and appearance; notify supervision of absences.
• Obtain and maintain licenses per Department of Behavioral Health requirements.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Clinical Skills

Leadership

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Prestige Healthcare Resources, Inc. in Washington, DC seeks a Day Program Care Coordinator to oversee clinical services, staff coordination, and documentation for mental health programs.

The role requires strong organizational, IT, and communication skills and operates within a fast-paced clinical environment. The candidate will manage treatment plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and liaise with Clinical Director and Billing teams.