BHU Program Administrator/Homeless Service Coordinator
Pacifica Hospital of the Valley is an Acute Care Hospital in the SFV and currently has an available position for BHU Program Administrator/Homeless Service Coordinator. The Program Administrator/Homeless Service Coordinator is a member of the management team who assures the provision of effective, high quality patient care. He/She demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age-related needs to the patients served on the unit. He/She demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served. He/She must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed for the adult/geriatric patient group. He/She implements strategies and programs consistent with the organization mission, policies, goals and objectives. He/She develops and sustains an environment on the unit(s) that supports excellence in clinical practice; he/she is accountable for managing human, fiscal and other resources to assure quality, economical health care services. The Program administrator/homeless service coordinator is responsible for working closely with the psychiatrist, case management, social workers, nurses and intake staff in order to assist patients in the unit to find appropriate housing, based on each patient’s need. A central part of the Program administrator/homeless service coordinator is to maintain relationships with board and cares, shelters, and other residential agencies to help facilitate a smooth discharge process
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Remains current and informed regarding standards set by appropriate local, state, and national professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and government. Acknowledges responsibility for self-development in both clinical and management areas. Participates in interdisciplinary committees within the institution that focus on patient care issues. Oversees the unit quality improvement program. Assures action is taken appropriately to improve care and program of the Unit. Actively supports mission, goals and policies of Administration. Develops, implements and supports unit policies. Consistently serves as a role model to staff and a mentor to colleagues. Assist in the establishment of linkages with community resources. Ensure compliance with Pacifica Hospital Discharge policies and procedures. Practice effective time management and communication skills. Assumes 24-hour accountability for the requirements of the unit; recommends and implements changes necessary for a positive work environment to include: Staffing patterns that meet the complexity of care and program required by the unit(s). Supplies and equipment. Maintaining budget within specified parameters. Defining education goals for the unit. Translates institutional values, goals and objectives to staff and others in a positive, professional manner. Plans and conducts regular staff meetings. Actively participates in hospital committees. Forecasts short and long-term goals relative to unit systems and operations consistent with organization strategic plan. Fosters an atmosphere of open communication with staff and physicians. Sets mutual and realistic goals and objectives with staff members and monitors staff progress. Provides for and maintains adequate staff through appropriate recruitment and retention efforts. Evaluates the performance of the non-nursing staff on the unit; coaches and counsels appropriately. Encourages individual, as well as collective, staff development to provide career mobility. Manages personnel issues per policies and contract guidelines. Defines and implements the mission, objectives, policies and standards for the care for the Mental Health Departments. Provides for and evaluates the care for patients (Adult - Geriatric) and their families in support and pursuant to the mission and policies of the hospital. Communicates collaboratively within the unit and interdepartmentally to enhance the quality of care. Effectively coordinates the care and program of the unit by making unit rounds to assess and problem solve. Acts on findings in a timely manner. Assists the Clinical Director in overseeing the care of patient by interdisciplinary team.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Master Degree a must in a related field. Must have LCSW within 1 year
Prefer knowledge of Title 22 and The Joint Commission Standards.
Prefer of 3 years clinical experience with knowledge in the specialty area(s) required.
Prefer of one-year progressive management experience required.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Pacifica Hospital of the Valley provides a wide range of benefits, benefits include:
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k