Patient Care Manager - Residential

Pinnacle Treatment Centers; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 days PTO

401k with company match

Training & certification opportunities

Comprehensive benefits (medical,Dental

Vision, disability and accident

STAR LRP

Tuition discounts through Capella

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc. is hiring a Patient Care Manager of Residential Services (PCM-RES) in Indiana. You will oversee the PCS Tier I–III team in a residential addiction recovery setting, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care and regulatory compliance.

You will supervise, mentor, and develop staff, coordinate admissions and staffing, and collaborate with clinical leadership to maintain program standards and safety across all shifts.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in behavioral health or related field required; 1–3 years in behavioral health settings preferred.
• 1 year of proven experience supervising a team within behavioral health.
• CPR/First Aid certification – current or can be obtained on hire.
• MANDT/CPI certification – current or can be obtained on hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and mentorship to PCS Tier I–III teammates with role clarity and progression.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, and performance development.
• Lead meetings and trainings to ensure regulatory readiness and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with clinical and medical teams to ensure safe, trauma-informed care.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and timekeeping for PCS teams.
• Oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges with safety in mind.
• Monitor census, documentation, and EHR entries for accuracy.
• Act as leader during after-hours coverage and administrator on call.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervision

Regulatory compliance

Patient safety

Training and coaching

Communication

Education

Associate degree in behavioral science or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

BS/BA in behavioral health (preferred)

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

MANDT/CPI certification

EHR systems knowledge

Payroll & timekeeping familiarity

Job description

We offer competitive salaries, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily.

Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.

Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.

As a Patient Care Manager of Residential Services (PCM-RES) , you will be a key leader within the multidisciplinary team, responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in a residential addiction recovery setting. This role provides direct supervision, guidance, and mentorship to the Patient Care Specialist team (Tiers I–III), ensuring consistency, safety, and excellence in frontline care. The PCM is accountable for operational oversight, teammate development, and regulatory alignment—collaborating with nursing, clinical, and facility leadership to support program structure, maintain compliance, and uphold organizational standards.

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in one of the behavioral science disciplines plus one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting OR high school diploma or equivalent plus three (3) years of experience working in a behavioral health setting.
• One (1) year of proven experience supervising and leading a team.
• Firm understanding of addiction treatment and the recovery process, including medication assisted treatment.
• CPR/First Aid certification – updated as required (can be obtained with company upon hire).
• MANDT/CPI certification – updated as required (can be obtained with company upon hire).
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed

Preferred

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) or more years of experience working in behavioral health.
• Two (2) years of proven experience supervising and leading a team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct supervision and mentorship to PCS Tier I–III teammates, ensuring alignment with role expectations, skill progression, and organizational standards.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, retention, and performance development of PCS teammates through coaching, feedback, and growth-oriented evaluation practices.
• Model effective leadership by promoting team engagement, accountability, and a positive culture across all PCS tiers.
• Ensure role clarity and skill advancement at each PCS tier through mentorship alignment, individual development plans, and regular supervision.
• Maintain appropriate PCS staffing and scheduling in accordance with Pinnacle standards, patient ratios, program needs, and provide coverage when necessary.
• Manage bi-weekly payroll submission and accurate department timekeeping including regular updates of teammate time sheets.
• Conduct timely 90-day and annual performance reviews with established goals and measurable outcomes.
• Investigate concerns involving PCS teammates, analyze relevant data, and implement appropriate resolutions in collaboration with HR or leadership.
• Plan, lead and document PCS team meetings and training to support quality improvement and regulatory readiness.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges by effectively managing patient monitoring for safety and security, patient belongings searches, physical safety searches, observed urine drug screens, and transportation, as necessary.
• Collaborate with clinical and medical teams on ensuring safe, trauma-informed support and crisis prevention and intervention emphasizing the safety of patients at risk for suicidal ideation, early treatment termination, and/or other high-risk behaviors.
• Oversee the search of patient belongings including heat treatment, required documentation, and storage of confiscated non-permitted belongings to ensure safety and security of the patient’s personal property, patients, and teammates.
• Manage patient cash balances as directed including maintaining all required documentation, reporting monthly audits to the Executive Director for accuracy.
• Oversee, plan, and support PCS-led psychoeducational groups and structured recreational activities in alignment with the clinical curriculum, scheduled activities, and patient care goals.
• Oversee ordering and organizing supplies for the Patient Care team including supplies for group and activities, patient snacks, patient care items (hygiene), and search supplies in alignment with budgets.
• Assist patients without resources in meeting basic needs by utilizing available resources.
• Monitor PCS documentation, including shift reports, critical incident reports, mileage / receipt logs, and Electronic Health Record (EHR) entries for timeliness, accuracy, and compliance with Pinnacle policies.
• Ensure safety protocols, infection control measures, and facility cleanliness are upheld across all department operations.
• Monitor and manage census accuracy including EHR occupancy on bed board, rounds and group schedule assignments, and communication tools used by the Patient Care department.
• Coordinate and approve local transportation arrangements when facility staff are unavailable.
• Lead efforts to uphold boundary standards across the department. Provide training, monitor patterns of concern, and ensure staff understand and apply ethical guidelines.
• Serve as a liaison between PCS and other departments to ensure effective implementation of daily routines, group schedules, and recovery-oriented programming.
• Be present and engaged in daily flash meetings, weekly treatment team meetings, and all required leadership and all-staff meetings.
• Serve as Administrator on Call for after-hours or weekend management needs, as scheduled
• Train teammates on the PCS Playbook and Pinnacle Treatment Models and ensure consistent implementation across all tiers.
• Understand and be able to perform all duties of the PCS Tier I–III roles, providing hands‑on support as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and success of the department.

Join our team. Join our mission.

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