Job Description
Blackbird Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Department Manager to provide leadership for a behavioral health team under the direction of the Director, Behavioral Health Services. The manager will oversee clinical operations, supervise therapists, ensure quality standards, and deliver excellent patient care. This role involves maintaining patient-facing hours, addressing patient concerns, and supporting therapist recruitment and retention.
Role involves:
- Overseeing day-to-day clinical operations of the Langhorne PA clinic
- Supervising therapists to ensure quality standards
- Managing therapists' PTO and schedules
- Training therapists on job responsibilities and clinical policies
- Delivering excellent care to patients (~20 hours/week)
- Addressing patient and family concerns
- Supporting recruitment and retention of therapist talent
- Developing relationships with local pediatric practices
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field
- Active LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license in Pennsylvania
- 3 years' experience as a licensed therapist
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and best practices
- Leadership and management skills
- Strong relationship management skills
- Cultural competency and sensitivity
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and advocacy skills
- Knowledge of computer-based data management programs
- Schedule flexibility to work some evenings and weekends
Blackbird offers:
- Hybrid work model
- Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, 401k, life insurance)
- Generous PTO, including professional development time
- Excellent administrative support
- Weekly clinical consultations and supervision
- Supportive work culture and clinical development
- Integrated clinician-led leadership team
- Opportunities for professional growth