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Program Director, Behavioral Health

Lebanon, Kentucky

Req ID 303270 Post Date May. 28, 2025 CategorySpecialized Services FacilitySpring View Hospital
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Director, Behavioral Health
Job Type: Full-time

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Spring View Hospital is a 75-bed facility in Lebanon, KY, offering a full range of services with state-of-the art technology including pain management, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, behavioral health services, wound care and laboratory. Spring View Hospital's staff and physicians pride ourselves on providing advanced quality care and service. 

We are part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities sthealthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

Where We Are:

Kentucky's Bluegrass Region is famous for its natural beauty, and Marion County is no exception. Green River is a haven for the water sport and fishing enthusiast and is perfect for fishing, skiing and boating. The Downtown Lebanon Historic District, listed on the National Historic Register, features antique shops and an arts and crafts cooperative featuring the works of local and other Kentucky artisans.

Why Choose Us:

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants
  • And much more…

Position Summary:

The Program Director of Behavioral Health is responsible for the strategic planning, managing, directing, coordinating and controlling the overall operations of behavioral health program and services. 

  • Maintains overall responsibility for all aspects of operations.

  • Responsible for hiring, training, supervision when required, and evaluation of all unit staff.

  • Participates in providing care as needed and ensures services are carried out and documented appropriately.

  • Participate in hospital/ unit and/or administrator on call schedule, accordingly.

  • Assures that all policies established by the Governing Body are implemented and followed appropriately.

  • Assists in the strategic planning as appropriate.

  • Participates in facility growth and outreach department in the marketing for programs, with input and direction from divisional vice president (BH).

  • Provides input on annual budget for program in conjunction with divisional team showing the expected revenue and expenditures as required by the board.

  • Oversees unit-based activities related to behavioral health including administration of care, productivity, and compliance with furnished policies and procedures.

  • Supports facility-based initiatives and functions related to federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.

  • Consults with leaders on a regular basis; evaluates leadership competence and makes changes as necessary; keeps lines of communication open; works with hospital leadership to foster high employee morale and a positive work environment for employees.

  • Ensures maintenance of physical properties in good and safe state of repair and operation.

  • Presents to divisional team and hospital leadership periodic reports reflecting the services and financial activities of the behavioral health unit. and such special reports as may be required by the boards.

  • Attends all meetings of the hospital board and committees as directed by the CNO and CEO.

  • Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies by supporting facility-based compliance initiatives, monitoring the delivery of health care for the behavioral health unit, and recording and reporting data related to compliance and performance measures when indicated.

  • Oversees change implementation initiatives provided by the facility and divisional management team when indicated.

  • Assists the facility with sustaining program accreditation and licensing by implementing, monitoring, and reporting performance measures related to quality initiatives provided by the facility and division.

  • Reviews plans for the achievement of programs’ specific objectives and established goals, and periodically reviews, evaluates and updates such plans. Said plans shall at all times reflect the hospital’s mission statement.

  • Serves as a liaison between critical stakeholders including facility leadership, the division management team, and staff on the behavioral health unit. As a liaison, will enable the division management team to attend and support external functions by coordinating and communicating between all the stakeholders. 

  • In instances where the Program Director is other than a registered nurse, the nursing department will have a designated Nurse manager/Leader to serve as the Director of Psychiatric Nursing for the unit.

  • Other duties and projects as assigned.

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Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Katelin by emailing Katelin.Wise@lifepointhealth.net

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) required
  • Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) preferred
  • 3 years of leadership experience preferred
  • 3 years of experience in the caring for behavioral health patients preferred
  • Qualified by education and experience in the care of behavioral health patients

Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

License:

  • Current RN license in the state of Kentucky 
  • Licensure in State of Practice if applicable.
  • Licensed Master’s level clinician required
  • Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling preferred

EEOC Statement

“Spring View Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Spring View Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

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