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BayCare Health System

Security Officer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Northside Behavioral Health Center The Security Officer performs general safety & security duties including: * Patrol and detection services * Assisting customers * Response and intervention ...

Broward Partnership

Safety Officer

Fort Lauderdale, FL

$16.50/hr

The Safety Officer manages access to the Agency, enforcing compliance with Agency's safety protocols and encouraging clients to engage in behaviors and activities that meet the expectations outlined ...

Broward Partnership

Safety Officer

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$16.50/hr

The Safety Officer manages access to the Agency, enforcing compliance with Agency's safety protocols and encouraging clients to engage in behaviors and activities that meet the expectations outlined ...

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What is a behavior officer?

Behavior Officers are professionals who work primarily in educational, correctional, or organizational settings to monitor, manage, and promote positive behavior among individuals or groups. They develop and implement strategies to address behavioral issues, provide support to those exhibiting challenging behaviors, and often collaborate with other staff, families, or stakeholders. Their goal is to foster a safe and productive environment through guidance, intervention, and consistent enforcement of rules or policies. Behavior Officers may also collect data, report incidents, and recommend appropriate interventions or resources to improve overall conduct.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a behavior officer?

To thrive as a Behavior Officer, you need a background in psychology, behavioral science, or social work, often supported by relevant certifications or degrees. Familiarity with behavioral assessment tools, data management systems, and intervention planning software is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and cultural sensitivity help build trust and effectively address behavioral issues. These skills ensure a safe, supportive environment and facilitate positive behavioral changes in individuals or groups.

What challenges do behavior officers face when implementing behavior intervention plans, and how can they be addressed?

Behavior Officers often encounter challenges such as resistance to change from students or staff, inconsistent implementation of intervention strategies, and difficulty in collecting accurate behavioral data. To address these challenges, it's important to establish clear communication with all stakeholders, provide regular training and support to staff, and use data-driven approaches to monitor progress. Building rapport with students and fostering a positive environment also helps increase cooperation and the effectiveness of intervention plans.

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Chief Executive Officer, Behavioral Health Hospital

Dhaka Technologies Limited Company

Wesley Chapel, FL

$200K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer, Behavioral Health Hospital
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Location: Wesley Chapel, Florida
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Dhaka Technologies Limited Company is hiring a Chief Executive Officer for a behavioral health hospital client.

The CEO serves as the senior executive responsible for day-to-day hospital operations, long-term strategic growth, and consistent performance across quality, regulatory, talent, and financial dimensions. This leader will bring proven experience operating an acute psychiatric or behavioral health hospital, with the ability to translate local market insight into sustainable success.

Position Details

Base Salary: $200,000 - $220,000
Industry: Healthcare and Health Services, Social Services and Mental Health
Job Category: Executive

Job Expectations
  • Comply with organizational policies, procedures, and performance improvement initiatives, and maintain organizational and industry policies regarding confidentiality.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with persons receiving services, their family members, guests, and other members of the health care team.
  • Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
  • Encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements
Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Marketing, a clinical field, or a related discipline. MBA or MHA preferred.
  • Three years of experience in a senior leadership or CEO role in a behavioral health, acute care, or managed care environment, or successful completion of a CEO training program.
  • Ability to lead successful licensure, accreditation, and compliance efforts in a behavioral health facility.
  • Thorough knowledge of facility administration and clinical operations.
  • Strong working knowledge of financial management and business development processes.
Skills and Certifications
  • Behavioral health CEO and hospital leadership experience.
  • Joint Commission survey experience.
  • Financial management.
  • Talent recruitment and retention.
  • Marketing and community engagement.
  • Quality experience in a behavioral health hospital.
  • Behavioral hospital start-up or behavioral health hospital expansion experience.
  • Joint venture experience.
Client Screening Questions
  1. Have you served as a CEO, COO, or Hospital Administrator with full operational responsibility in an inpatient behavioral health or psychiatric hospital? Knock-out question.
  2. Have you participated in and been the point person for a Joint Commission survey in a behavioral health hospital setting? Knock-out question.
  3. Have you had full profit and loss responsibility for a hospital with an annual operating budget of at least $20 million? Knock-out question.
  4. Have you led QAPI, patient-safety initiatives, or corrective action plans resulting from regulatory findings in a behavioral health hospital? Knock-out question.
  5. Have you directly hired, developed, and retained clinical and medical staff, such as psychiatrists, nursing leaders, and therapists, in a hospital environment? Knock-out question.
How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications should send their resume to talent@dhakatech.us.