Behavioral Health Respite Program Director

1 day ago


Shaker Heights, Ohio, United States Bellefaire JCB Full time
Job Summary

The Behavioral Health Respite Program Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of service delivery for clients of the Behavioral Health Respite program. This includes supervising and overseeing all direct service and support staff, providing leadership, financial accountability, coordination, clinical and administrative supervision, and outreach to professionals, parents, youth, and the general public.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Provide administrative and clinical supervision to the program and staff, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employees.
  2. Provide the ability and flexibility to step in and cover all roles of the program in order to keep operations occurring during times of staffing shortages.
  3. Organize and oversee scheduled and emergency respite activities provided by staff as needed.
  4. Identify and plan engaging activities for youth of various ages.
  5. Conduct data collection and case documentation.
  6. Conduct ongoing youth/family support and progress tracking.
  7. Represent the Agency in the development or maintenance of relationships with other organizations, including community agencies, public agencies, and referral sources.
  8. Liaise and coordinate with local Care Management Entities related to youth served; attend care meetings as necessary.
  9. Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, ensuring adherence to established rules and regulations governing the operations of the Agency.
  10. Possess and employ practical understanding of basic child, adolescent, and family development, issues relevant to youth with SED, and interventions used in crisis de-escalation.
  11. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the record through the timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
  12. Maintain contact and availability during any events where the program director is not present.
  13. Transport youth to and from scheduled activities as needed.
Requirements
  1. Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field.
  2. Valid Ohio LSW, LPC preferred.
  3. Possesses skill, knowledge, and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
  4. Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity, and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups, and communities who represent various cultural and personal backgrounds and characteristics.
  5. Communicates clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
  6. Adheres to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
  7. Functions effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients, and family members.
  8. Recognizes problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
  9. Experience with youth diagnosed with severe emotional disturbance (SED) of various ages.
  10. Experience working with youth by providing crisis intervention, service coordination, skill building, and family education.
  11. Proven experience in working with troubled youth and teens and their families.
  12. Practical and/or clinical understanding of the underlying issues that lead to a need for respite services.
  13. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency's insurance company.
About Bellefaire JCB

Bellefaire JCB is an equal opportunity employer, and hires its employees without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Bellefaire JCB is a partner agency of the Wingspan Care Group, a non-profit administrative service organization providing a united, community-based network of services so member agencies can focus on mission-related goals and operate in a more cost-effective and efficient manner.



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