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Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents and adults and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10 ...

Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents and adults and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10 ...

Evening Receptionist 3p-11p

Dover, DE · On-site

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents and adults and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10 ...

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Dover, DE · On-site

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Dover Behavioral Health System is a 104-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in the beautiful Dover, Delaware area. Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents ...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Dover, DE · On-site

$76K - $100K/yr

Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents and adults and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10 ...

Dover Behavioral Health System is a 104-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in the beautiful Dover, Delaware area. Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents ...

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Dover, DE

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Dover Behavioral Health System is a 104-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in the beautiful Dover, Delaware area. Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents ...

Dover Behavioral Health System is a 104-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in the beautiful Dover, Delaware area. Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents ...

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How much do dover behavioral health system jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for dover behavioral health system in the United States is $89,782.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Dover Behavioral Health System?

Dover Behavioral Health System is a mental health treatment facility located in Dover, Delaware. It offers inpatient and outpatient services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors dealing with mental health issues, substance abuse, and other behavioral health challenges. The facility provides individualized treatment plans, crisis intervention, and a range of therapeutic programs to support recovery and wellness. Their multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and other mental health professionals dedicated to patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mental health professional at Dover Behavioral Health System, and why are they important?

To thrive as a mental health professional at Dover Behavioral Health System, you generally need a relevant degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or nursing, along with appropriate state licensure or certification. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, crisis intervention techniques, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to communicate clearly with patients and multidisciplinary teams set exceptional professionals apart. These skills and qualifications are crucial for providing effective patient care, ensuring safety, and supporting recovery in a behavioral health environment.

What are some common challenges faced by behavioral health professionals at Dover Behavioral Health System, and how can new team members prepare for them?

Behavioral health professionals at Dover Behavioral Health System often encounter challenges such as managing high caseloads, handling crisis situations, and supporting patients with complex mental health needs. New team members can prepare by developing strong communication and crisis intervention skills, familiarizing themselves with evidence-based treatment approaches, and seeking mentorship from experienced colleagues. The organization emphasizes teamwork, so collaborating closely with nurses, therapists, and case managers is essential for providing comprehensive patient care and maintaining a supportive work environment.
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Nurse Manager (RN)- Day Shift

Nurse Manager (RN)- Day Shift

UHS

Dover, DE

$250K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Universal Health Services rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 252 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

494th of 888 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Responsibilities

RN Nurse Manager 

Shift: Day Shift 

Dover Behavioral Health System is a 104-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in the beautiful Dover, Delaware area. Dover Behavioral Health System features individual units for adolescents and adults and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year at Dover Behavioral Health System. This opportunity offers working at a hospital known for its outstanding patient satisfaction, including ranking 6th for highest patient satisfaction in 2020 compared to over 200+ psychiatric hospitals. We attribute this success to our talented and dedicated staff. We are the best at what we do!

The incumbent is responsible for delivering high-quality, compassionate, and therapeutic psychiatric nursing care in the hospital. This role serves as a member of the management team advising on clinical initiatives and leading a comprehensive hospital wide nursing program with a focus on high-quality, compassionate and therapeutic patient care.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Manage personnel: Handle screening, selection, and training of nursing staff; conduct performance evaluations; ensure competency.
  • Supervise operations: Oversee daily activities of nursing department, prioritize tasks, ensure high-quality care.
  • Implement onboarding program: Develop and deliver effective orientation program for new nursing staff with focus on retention.
  • Provide direct patient care: Serve in nursing capacity, occasionally as Charge Nurse or House Supervisor.
  • Collaborate and lead: Work with management team, physicians, and other department heads to deliver quality care; lead treatment team meetings.
  • Ensure compliance and safety: Adhere to regulatory requirements, report incidents of abuse; promote workplace safety and adherence to standards.
  • Has a 24 hour a day, seven day a week responsibility for treatment services provided by the nursing department
  • Maintain the nursing staff and program scheduling ensuring the hospital is effectively staffed in a 24/7/365 environment
  • Rotate on-call with Director of Nursing as required; may be required to work holidays, weekends, evening/night shifts as agreed upon or as needed

Qualifications

Nurse Manager Job Requirements:

  • Current RN License in Good Standing is required
  • Associates Degree in Nursing; higher level of nursing education is strongly preferred
  • Minimum of three years in a nursing role preferably in a psychiatric setting
  • Minimum of one year nursing supervisory experience
  • A working knowledge of FTE Management and Joint Commission standards

Dover Behavioral Health System is a STAR LRP-approved facility! The Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program is intended for individuals working in a full-time direct care role in either a CDC designated substance use disorder (SUD) location, or Mental Health Professional Shortage Area. As such, qualified staff will be able to have their student loans paid off (up to $250,000). RNs qualify!

Benefits:

  • Tuition Assistance
  • Loan Forgiveness
  • Orientation (Could earn 20 CEUs) * Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations
  • Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career
  • HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous 24 Paid Time Off days
  • Excellent Medical (AETNA, BCBS), Dental (Delta Dental), Vision/Hearing (VSP, Lasik Savings, hearing aids, Diabetic eyecare plus) and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Voluntary Benefits: Nationwide Pet insurance, Identity Protection, MetLife® Legal Plan, Computer Purchasing Program, Discount Program, Auto & Home Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, FSA
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan, purchase shares of UHS common stock at a 10% discount through payroll deductions
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

*UHS benefits are available to employees who are regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week. Coverage is effective on day 31 of employment. Eligibility for employees who are scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week varies by location.

About Our Parent Company (Universal Health Services):

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

Qualifications:

Nurse Manager Job Requirements:

  • Current RN License in Good Standing is required
  • Associates Degree in Nursing; higher level of nursing education is strongly preferred
  • Minimum of three years in a nursing role preferably in a psychiatric setting
  • Minimum of one year nursing supervisory experience
  • A working knowledge of FTE Management and Joint Commission standards

Dover Behavioral Health System is a STAR LRP-approved facility! The Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program is intended for individuals working in a full-time direct care role in either a CDC designated substance use disorder (SUD) location, or Mental Health Professional Shortage Area. As such, qualified staff will be able to have their student loans paid off (up to $250,000). RNs qualify!

Benefits:

  • Tuition Assistance
  • Loan Forgiveness
  • Orientation (Could earn 20 CEUs) * Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations
  • Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career
  • HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous 24 Paid Time Off days
  • Excellent Medical (AETNA, BCBS), Dental (Delta Dental), Vision/Hearing (VSP, Lasik Savings, hearing aids, Diabetic eyecare plus) and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Voluntary Benefits: Nationwide Pet insurance, Identity Protection, MetLife® Legal Plan, Computer Purchasing Program, Discount Program, Auto & Home Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, FSA
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan, purchase shares of UHS common stock at a 10% discount through payroll deductions
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

*UHS benefits are available to employees who are regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week. Coverage is effective on day 31 of employment. Eligibility for employees who are scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week varies by location.

About Our Parent Company (Universal Health Services):

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

King of Prussia, PA, US