Program Director
Company: Perimeter Healthcare
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Program Director Job Description Position Summary the Program
Director oversees the daily operations, programming, and staff
development within the hospital. This role ensures the delivery of
high-quality, evidence-based care to patients while maintaining
compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. The
Program Director provides leadership, supervision, and training to
staff, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and
continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities · Develop, implement,
and evaluate therapeutic programs that align with the hospital’s
mission, vision, and treatment philosophy. · Support staff ensuring
adherence to best practices and ethical standards. · Deliver
comprehensive staff training programs focused on clinical
competencies, safety procedures, trauma-informed care, and
professional development. · Monitor program effectiveness through
data analysis, patient outcomes, and feedback, making adjustments
as needed to improve quality of care. · Collaborate with medical,
nursing, and administrative teams to ensure integrated and
coordinated patient care. · Maintain compliance with state,
federal, and accreditation requirements, including documentation,
reporting, and quality assurance standards. · Participate in
onboarding and performance evaluations of program staff. · Serve as
a liaison between hospital leadership, staff, patients, and
families to promote effective communication and service delivery. ·
Lead initiatives to enhance staff engagement, retention, and
professional growth. · Develop and oversee evidence-based programs
tailored to the unique needs of individuals with autism,
incorporating behavioral, sensory, communication, and social skill
interventions. · Implement family education and support initiatives
to enhance understanding of autism interventions and promote
continuity of care beyond the hospital setting. Qualifications ·
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing,
or a related behavioral health field required. · Minimum of 5 years
of experience in behavioral health, with at least 2 years in a
leadership or supervisory role. · Demonstrated experience in
program development, staff training, and performance management. ·
Strong knowledge of behavioral health regulations, accreditation
standards, and evidence-based treatment modalities. · Excellent
communication, organizational, and leadership skills. · Ability to
work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Work
Environment This position operates within a behavioral health
hospital setting, requiring regular interaction with patients,
staff, and administration. The role may involve occasional evening
or weekend hours to support training or program needs. One of the
leading mental and behavioral health care providers in the country.
We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of
comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and
commitment on service excellence are available across several
states and different care settings. Our team ensures you receive
the required care that you or your loved one needs. We offer
several settings for our patients including inpatient psychiatric
hospitals, residential treatment centers as well as outpatient
counseling and therapies. EEO We are committed to providing an
environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities
are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter
Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all
recruitment, training, and selection process within the company
regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation,
pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national
origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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