Employment Opportunities

Women's Behavioral Health Program Manager

Queen of Peace

Apply to: lpennington@ccstl.org
Posted On: Wednesday, 29 February 2012
 

Job Description:

Oversight of CSTAR women and children’s program in accordance with Missouri Department of Mental Health’s rules and regulations. Reports to, Executive Director

Job Duties:

  1. Develops and implements CSTAR groups according to DMH guidelines and client needs.
  2. Communicates with the Executive Director and Program Managers to carry out the mission and goals of the Center.
  3. Coordinates with Director of Residential Services and Family Program Manager for integrated service delivery according to DMH standards and behavioral health best practices.
  4. Communicates with DMH staff and assists with the preparation of necessary reports for contract compliance.
  5. Provides counseling and diagnostic assessments as needed.
  6.  Assists in communicating with outside agencies and networks, such as treatment centers, DMH, behavioral health provider groups, Catholic Charities’ agencies.
  7.  Pursues continuing professional development, joins appropriate professional groups and attends pertinent meetings.
  8. Oversees annual training and educational programs for staff and interns.
  9. Researches and implements evidence-based behavioral health practices that are gender-specific and family-centered.
  10. Attends staff meetings and keeps abreast of program and clients’ status.
  11. Supervise program and activities in conjunction with clinical and administrative staff.
  12. Provides case program consultation and clinical supervision.
  13. Delivers individual and group services as needed according to DMH standards.
  14. Reviews service documentation to ensure DMH compliance.  
  15. Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

A Master’s degree  in social work, counseling or  psychology with a license in Missouri and at least three (3) years of full time equivalent experience in the treatment or rehabilitation of substance abuse. If recoverying, minimum 5 years sobriety.

Skills:

Skill in the development and coordination of behavioral health programs; establishing procedures and priorities; reviewing transactions; evaluating and implementing processes Ability to train and supervise staff; analyze, interpret and apply laws and regulations; establish and manage department priorities, processes and procedures; work independently; establish and maintain appropriate project deadlines; manage multiple projects; work with a variety of individuals and groups; communicate effectively; exercise sound judgment. Follows principles of Catholic Social Teaching. Ability to lift 25 pounds.

 

Catholic Charities of Missouri