Responsibilities WHO WE ARE: River Oaks Hospital (a UHS affiliated hospital), located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders.
Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient). For more information please visit: https://riveroakshospital.com/
River Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented Program Director - Trauma and Eating Disorders to coordinate, implement and deliver all therapeutic services related to the New Orleans Institute for Trauma/ Compulsivity Therapy Program; develops and presents lectures on related topics while representing River Oaks Hospital. Oversee all clinical aspects of the program to ensure that it is running at top performance.
Oversee all marketing aspects of the department with the help of the Director of Business Development. Promotes patient care consistent with the philosophy and objectives of River Oaks Hospital. Performs duties in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, and facility mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards.
BENEITS HIGHLIGHTS: Challenging and rewarding work environment · Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off · Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans · 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan · SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program · Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! · More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com Qualifications
REQUIRED: Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling with specialization in mental health. Possesses an unencumbered license; i.e., LPC, LCSW; by a certified board in Louisiana. A minimum of two yrs. experience in individual, group, and family therapy; must have experience in trauma and compulsive behavior treatment interventions plus relapse preventions; Ability to assess the needs and provide the required range of treatment modalities and interventions for trauma and compulsive behavior clients.
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