PSR & Peer Support Program Manager

PSR & Peer Support Program Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) and Peer Support Program (PSP) Manager is an integral part of the Specialty Programs Department, which provides recovery-oriented services to individuals with persistent mental illnesses at our outpatient mental health centers across DeKalb County. Under supervision of the Specialty Programs Director, the PSR & Peer Support Program Manager provides daily oversight to each of the these programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Psychosocial Rehabilitation & Peer Support Program Manager:

• Monitors program expenditures to ensure budget compliance, as presented from the Director;
• Manages program personnel and daily operations;
• Demonstrates data-driven decision capabilities in daily operations and long-term planning;
• Oversees and ensures compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements;
• Educates agency clinical staff about PSR & Peer Support and works with staff to generate ongoing referrals to the program;
• Reviews, assesses, and determines eligibility of referrals within three business days of receipt;
• Provides staff supervision and clinical leadership to ensure programming is provided in accordance with DBHDD standards;
• Ensures high quality documentation by conducting monthly audits;
• Assists in maintaining environmental safety and therapeutic milieu for staff and clients
• Seeks direction from Director, as needed;
• Ensures requests to the ASO and weekly census/authorization reports are completed by Program Leads;
• Facilitates clinical team meetings to assist in evaluating progress, developing individual recovery plans & ensuring appropriate level of care;
• Educates and advocates with staff, family members and other caregivers to support individuals in their recovery;
• Is a model of flexibility and professionalism;
• Documents all contact with individuals and completes individual daily progress notes;
• Works cohesively with co-workers, site physicians, adult outpatient clinicians, administrative staff, agency administration, personal care home providers & family members;
• Possesses basic computer skills & utilize electronic medical records daily;
• Passes agency-sponsored defensive driving course, as well as all other agency-required trainings;
• May be responsible for transporting, via agency vehicle, program participants on community integration outings, as dictated by staffing needs;
• Requires travel across four PSR and Peer program locations and may require occasional weekend or adjusted hours due to programmatic needs and community events;
• Additional duties may be assigned by the Director, as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling and eligible for licensure (LPC or LCSW, preferred); Certification as a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP, preferred) or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire; Previous experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe, persistent mental illness; Previous leadership experience; Competency in teaching basic group skills, understanding how to engage individuals in treatment & development of self-advocacy; Proficient computer skills to be able to use electronic medical records; Care coordination skills to assist individuals with accessing/linking to additional resources and/or services within the agency and/or community; Must have transportation to and from work, strong interpersonal skills & be a positive team player, ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, & be a positive role model for the organization and individuals served.

WORK CONDITIONS

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Primary office location will be in our Kirkwood Mental Health Clinic; however, travel across all four outpatient clinics will be required. May also require occasional adjusted hours due to programmatic needs and community events; Ability to use a computer, telephone, fax, copy and scanning machine.; Must complete and pass agency-sponsored defensive driving course, as well as all other agency-required trainings.

Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Selected applicant will be subject of an FBI Criminal History Record Check, and the applicant has the right to challenge the contents of their Criminal History Record Information, should they choose to do so. This employer participates in E-Verify.

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DeKalb CSB is an equal opportunity employer regarding disability under VEVRRA and ADA

Master's degree in any behavioral science from an accredited college or university OR Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience at lower level Social Svcs Spec 1 (SSP070) or position equivalent.