OUTPATIENT PROGRAM MANAGER

About the position

The Program Manager oversees the provision and delivery of patient care for all Military population. This position is responsible for providing direct care to patients and ensures the individual needs of patients served are met. Duties include supervising assigned Military staff, providing training and guidance to therapists and interns in addition to managing the day-to-day Military schedule and activities. The Program Manager contributes to the hospital's philosophy, objectives, educational, and quality improvement efforts while ensuring the unit is in accordance with the established standards of care, mental health practice and facility policy, goals, and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the provision and delivery of patient care for the Military population.
• Provide direct care to patients and ensure individual needs are met.
• Supervise assigned Military staff.
• Provide training and guidance to therapists and interns.
• Manage the day-to-day Military schedule and activities.
• Contribute to the hospital's philosophy, objectives, and quality improvement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with established standards of care and facility policies.

Requirements

• Master's Degree specializing in Counseling or Social Work related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
• Current LPC, LPC-I, LMSW, LCSW license issued by the State of Texas.
• Completion of Management of Handle with Care/Verbal De-escalation training within 90 days of employment.
• Thorough knowledge of THE JOINT COMMISSION/HCFA, OSHA, state and federal regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Student Loan Repayment.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Free Basic Life Insurance.