Description
The Behavioral Health Facility Administrator for the Enhanced Services Facility (ESF) directs and supervises the overall 24 hour per day behavioral health residential program. Monitors and evaluates the overall operation, in full compliance with applicable RCWs, WACs, agency policies and local, state and federal requirements. Ensures that all residents receive the highest possible quality of care and services identified in their Person-Centered Service Plans and assessments, to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, self-care, and independence. The official title of this position is the ESF Administrator.
Job Responsibilities:
Program administration experience
Must have demonstrated knowledge of standard care practices
Knows and understands how to apply Washington state statutes and administrative rules related to the operation of a long-term care facility
Knowledge of financial process such as budgeting and cash management
Ability to teach, instruct and/ or train staff
Knowledge of de-escalation training, conflict resolution and management practice
Ability to work with severely mentally ill residents including those with special physical, cognitive and behavioral needs
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Job Requirements:
A Master’s Degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences or an allied field and two years social service experience working with adults who have severe behavioral issues; OR
Bachelor’s degree in social or human services, behavioral sciences or an allied medical field and one year experience working with adults with severe behavioral issues; OR
Has a valid Washington state license to practice as a nurse under RCW 18.79 and three years of clinical nursing experience working with adults who have severe behavioral issues; OR
Is a currently licensed physician in Washington State with experience working with adults who have severe behavioral issues; OR
Is a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist; OR
Is a professional appropriately credentialed or qualified to provide chemical dependency, mental health, organic or traumatic brain injury and / or functional or cognitive services and work experience with adults who have severe behavioral issues.
Be a state-certified Home Care Aid (HCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CAN). (Certification may be obtained post-hire by completing DSHS training requirements described below).
Training Requirements The following trainings are required, or the willingness of complete such trainings:
DSHS Core Training and Developmental Disabilities, Dementia, and Mental Health Specialty Training.
First Aid, CPR certification is required within 30 days of hire
Food handler’s card
“Therapeutic Options” training
Other
*At least two years supervisory / management experience required.
*Current valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record and $50,000 automobile liability insurance required to transport residents in personal vehicles.
*DSHS background clearance required.
*Must be at least 21 years old.
*Two step TB skin test is required unless proof of two step TB skin test is provided then one step TB skin test would be required.
Compensation
$35 to $38/hour
Schedule:
8 am – 4.30 pm (Monday to Friday)
Full time