Program Administrator

Behavioral Health Unit Program Administrator

Minden Medical Center of Minden, LA is seeking to hire a Program Administrator for our Behavioral Health department. Our Service Director earns a competitive salary and has great benefits. Our benefits include health, vision, dental, a 401k plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability, prescription, health flexible spending, and dependent care flexible spending. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT MINDEN MEDICAL CENTER

Minden Medical Center planted its roots in 1926 with a strong commitment to quality healthcare. Because of that commitment, it has blossomed into an acute care hospital serving a population of more than 70,000. We offer a wide range of services, including orthopaedics and sports medicine, cardiology, emergency service, ambulatory surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN, laboratory, diagnostic x-ray, cardiopulmonary, nuclear medicine, CT scanning, MRI, oncology, and a full range of rehab services with physical, speech, and occupational therapy.

We strive to provide excellent care to the patients we serve and to create a work environment that supports and encourages employees to learn, grow, and reach their highest potential Here at MMC, we believe our employees are our most valuable assets. That is why we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package . Come join our team and help us make our community healthier!

POSITION SUMMARY: The Program Administrator is responsible for the overall leadership and operation of the unit services, departments, budget and functions, subject to oversight by the Chief Executive Officer. The Program Administrator reviews operating results of the unit, compares them to established objectives and approved budget targets, and takes steps to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to correct unsatisfactory results, The Program Administrator directs the ongoing mission and philosophy of care of the unit by demonstrating leadership through exploring, developing, accepting and implementing new ideas with vision, foresight, and customer sensitivity to meet the unit's and community's needs. The Program Administrator shall assure the unit is adequately staffed, programming standards are met and adequate resources are provided to meet the needs of the patient populations served. He/She ensures compliance with patient care quality standards and all state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols for each department, while assisting with the development of the annual operating budgets for the unit; oversees the development of policies and procedures; fulfills human resources requirements. The Program Administrator oversees and is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of performance of the department and the improvement activities of the Quality Program.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education: Bachelor's in management or related Healthcare Degree, Registered Nurse with at least 5 years of management and leadership experience minimum.

License: Not required.

Experience: 5-years minimum in healthcare management with preferred experience in mental health setting.

Additional Requirement

• Effective verbal communication skills
• Effective organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Analytical problem solving skills
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal instructions
• Proficient knowledge of PC computers
• BLS through the American Heart Association
• Behavioral Management Training
• Basic understanding of DSM V diagnostic criteria

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Photo ID
• Social Security Card/Driver's License
• Primary Source Verification of education
• Copy of clinical license if applicable
• CPR
• Behavioral Management Training