Clinical Program Manager (NRC)

Clinical Program Manager (NRC) (Open)

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, "Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter. We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. The Norfolk Regional Center is a psychiatric hospital that provides inpatient mental health and sex offender treatment for individuals. We aim to give hope and possibilities for a future without more offenses. Our vibrant culture is where teammates are valued as individuals while providing opportunities for career growth and continued education and training. We encourage our teammates to work for a more significant cause, to prepare patients for community reintegration while maintaining public safety. We hire Human Service professionals who share our pride in the work and services provided at the Norfolk Regional Center and are excited to make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans. The Norfolk Regional Center is seeking a Clinical Program Manager with a strong background in behavioral health and program development. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care and oversight to adult patients at Norfolk Regional Center (NRC). The ideal candidate must be committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in alignment with Norfolk Regional Center's mission of make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans. This position requires extensive experience in overseeing clinical operations, leading interdisciplinary teams, and implementing evidence-based practices to enhance treatment outcomes and operational efficiency. You have the passion, we have the opportunities let's make a difference for Nebraskans

As the Clinical Program Manager you will :

• Establish and maintain program operational procedures, including coordinating treatment planning meetings, coordinating the assignment of patients to program components, coordinating program functions with supportive activities in other units, and directing the day-to-day program activities.
• Maintain communication lines between the Clinical Program and other treatment units to insure continuity of care for patients.
• Coordinate the discharge process of patients in the program.
• Assure appropriate treatment planning processes and Best Practices are maintained for patients involved in the Program by designating assigning work to program staff.
• Consult with all disciplines and facility programs to develop and maintain treatment philosophy and programming orientation for the Program.
• Provide training and continuing education to insure staff development for program staff.
• Supervise personnel from various disciplines in carrying out the Program functions.
• Coordinate quality assurance activities, including designing and implementing quality improvement activities for the Program.

Pay rate : $35.098 - $52.645 / hour. Pay rate may commensurate with education and / or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved

Schedule : To be determined, will discuss at interview.

Requirements / Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements : Bachelor's degree in behavioral science plus supervisory experience and experience in program administration treatment, a rehabilitation of individuals with service, persistent mental illness, or sex offender services experience.

Preferred Requirements :

Knowledge of : individual, group, and family therapeutic interventions; available community resources; hospital / facility policies and procedures; hospital accreditation standards; psychiatric treatment; behavior modification; psychiatric, social, vocational rehabilitation training, legal system and mental health board system.

Ability to : communicate effectively; prioritize work activities; generate and disseminate information.

Skill in : interpersonal communications; various therapeutic approaches.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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