Program Director - Eating Disorders and Trauma

River Oaks Hospital; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

401(K) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

River Oaks Hospital in Harahan, LA seeks a Program Director for Eating Disorders and Trauma to lead the department and ensure top clinical performance. The role oversees treatment programs, marketing collaboration, and program development in line with River Oaks' mission.

You will supervise trauma therapy staff, coordinate schedules, manage referrals, and contribute to workshops and treatment planning, with a focus on trauma, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling with specialization in mental health.
• Licensed (LPC, LCSW) by a Louisiana board.
• CEDS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises trauma therapy staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Manages unit scheduling and clinical standards.
• Coordinates referrals and marketing collaboration with Business Development.
• Oversees treatment team meetings and discharge planning.
• Conducts individual, family, and group psychotherapy.
• Contributes to workshops and clinical papers as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Trauma therapy

Eating disorders

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

River Oaks Hospital is seeking a talented and dynamic Program Director - Eating Disorders and Trauma to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals!

This is a full-time, onsite position at our facility in Harahan, LA.

FACILITY LOCATION:

1525 RIVER OAKS ROAD WEST

WHO WE ARE:

River Oaks Hospital (a UHS affiliated hospital), located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders. Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient). For more information please visit: https://riveroakshospital.com/

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Program Director - Trauma and Eating Disorders coordinates, implements and delivers all therapeutic services related to the New Orleans Institute for Trauma/Compulsivity Therapy Program; develops and presents lectures on related topics while representing River Oaks Hospital. Oversee all clinical aspects of the program to ensure that it is running at top performance. Oversee all marketing aspects of the department with the help of the Director of Business Development. Promotes patient care consistent with the philosophy and objectives of River Oaks Hospital. Performs duties in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, and facility mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards.

BENEITS HIGHLIGHTS:

Challenging and rewarding work environment

• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Key Accountabilities & Duties:

• Supervises all trauma therapy (SW) staff on a daily basis to ensure the highest quality patient care and clinical proficiency.
• Ensure all groups are occurring, clinical standards are being upheld and manage the day to day schedule of the unit.
• Ensure appropriate coverage for the unit at all times based on the grid and clinical acuity of the unit
• Work closely with the Director of Business Development and referrals sources to increase and manage referrals to the unit.
• Provide clinical insight to workshops, papers, etc. as needed
• Attends all treatment team meetings, staffing and treatment planning sessions.
• Conducts individual, family, group psychotherapy and psychoeducational modules as needed; demonstrate a high level of clinical skill to address the needs of the patient and their family.
• Demonstrates a high level of knowledge in the application of various therapeutic concepts, methods and interventions related to trauma and compulsive behaviors.
• Assess, identify, plan and coordinate patient discharge needs from date of admission to date of discharge according to department policy and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling with specialization in mental health.
• Possesses an unencumbered license; i.e., LPC, LCSW; by a certified board in Louisiana.
• Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) certification preferred.
• A minimum of two yrs. experience in individual, group, and family therapy; must have experience in trauma and compulsive behavior treatment interventions plus relapse preventions;
• Ability to assess the needs and provide the required range of treatment modalities and interventions for trauma and compulsive behavior clients.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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