BHDD RTFA Director

ABOUT PATH INC.

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions.

Our Mission: To Help Individuals Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life.

WHY WORK AT PATH?

A Career with Meaning

At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here.

In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives, we offer:

•             Competitive pay

•             Annual increases

•             Performance and longevity bonuses 

•             Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family

•             Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time

•             No-cost pension plan

•             Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision 

•             Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities

•             Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization

•             Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

•             Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment

JOB SUMMARY:

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by managing an effective team to provide quality services.  Responsible for the overall supervision of the Behavioral Health/Development Disability Residential Treatment Facility for Adults. Ensure Program utilizes Evidence Based Practices.  Work collaboratively with providers to develop comprehensive support for individuals with co-occurring I/DD and behavioral health needs who may experience complexities associated with neurodevelopmental issues, trauma, and challenging behavior.  Work closely with community residential treatment providers for successful discharge of individuals served in the RTFA.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to participate in and appropriately apply and train staff in approved crisis response techniques.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters or Doctoral degree in Behavioral Health Clinical Discipline required. Experience including supervisory in the provision of behavioral health and/or intellectual treatment.  Experience in Acute Inpatient or subacute service preferred. PA Licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Licensed psychologist) strongly preferred, eligible for licensure required. Training/certification in Functional Behavioral Analysis or other Evidence Based Practices preferred.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1. Effectively operate the BHDD RTFA program
2. Implement and maintain compliance with OMHSAS’s Memo dated November 1995 titles: Requirements for Licensure of Residential Treatment Facilities for Adults; PA Code Chapter 5100; Title 55 PA Code Chapter 5310: Community Residential Rehabilitation Services, and CBH/DBH/NIAC requirements, and any updates to regulations and/or bulletins. 
3. Maintain and enforce compliance with any relevant regulations for the provision of services to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities included within the Office of Developmental Programs Community Homes for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities Regulations; 55 Code Chapter 6400, Chapter 51 Intellectual Disabilities Services and CBH/DBH/NIAC requirements. 
4. Collaboratively work with members of the residential team to ensure all residents receive the most appropriate treatment to meet their needs
5. Directly supervise staff, which can include the BHDD Supervisor, Therapist(s), Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist(s), Peer Specialists and Residential Behavior Specialist(s).
6. Oversee admissions, assignments and discharge of residents.
7. Maintain program census of 8 residents.
8. Ensure individuals gain access to needed psychiatric, medical, social, financial and other appropriate services.
9. Ensure psychiatric treatment and consultation.
10. Ensure trauma-informed care and recovery principles are provided.
11. Oversee evidence-based practices for holistic comprehensive services and interventions to address cognitive disabilities, behavioral health symptoms and the need for habilitation support.
12. Ensure ongoing comprehensive training for staff to develop and enhance skills related to specialized populations and their complex issues related to trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions, brain injuries, and physical health conditions.