Program Director - Senior Life Solutions

Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionSummary/ObjectiveThe Program Director has overall responsibility for the Intensive Outpatient Psychiatric program. The Program Director supervises the program staff, including evaluating staff performance, recruiting and screening new staff, and providing community education to create awareness of the program. Lead a small disciplinary team comprised of a psychiatric physician, therapist, and medical office coordinator providing services to the senior population. Engage with your local community through education (presentations, one-on-one meetings, etc.), help with referral development through hospital staff, providers, and community resources, and growing and maintaining patient census Ensure compliance through professional and ethical guidelines.Essential FunctionsCare: All employees are expected to provide the best possible patient care. Ensure a caring and congenial environment which is necessary for healing. Ensure completion of initial intake of potential patient is completed accurately. Participate in staffing as needed and pass on relevant information to other members of the treatment team to facilitate patient success. Ensure falls assessment is competed accurately. Ensure patient treatment plan is completed accurately. Ensure triple check required of therapist documentation prior to billing is performed accurately. Contact the Elder Abuse Hotline per the 25-point check list as needed. Keep in contact with Regional Director and inform them when necessary of anything that might impact the hospital, patients or Senior Life Solutions in a timely manner. Ensure preparation for doctor’s day and required information. Coordinate schedules with psychiatrist to ensure participation with treatment team. Demonstrate knowledge of mental health assessment for older adults, gerontological case management and behavioral health disorders associated with aging. Delegate as needed to ensure continuity of care and deadlines are met.Core CompetenciesCareComplianceCommunityRequirementsRequired Education and ExperienceBLSDemonstrated skill in Utilization Management and Review systemsComputer experience with MS Office programs, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, plus Electronic Medical Records experienceStrong interpersonal skillsGood relationship-building skills - working closely with hospital executives and physiciansConflict resolution and effective problem-solving skillsStrong communication skillsPreferred Education And ExperienceExperience with seniors, a hospital, or a nursing facility preferred.Associate's degree or higher in Nursing preferred.Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in California, preferred.Experience working with seniors, a hospital, or a nursing facility preferred2 years of Management experience preferred.Salary Description$100,000-$110,000 DOE