Psychiatric Services Director

Psychiatric Services Director

Date Posted: Jul 9, 2026

Requisition ID: 480517

Location:

Richmond, IN, US, 47374

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Richmond State Hospital:

Richmond State Hospital is about the people we serve and the community relationships we have developed, dating back to 1890. Richmond State Hospital is a public behavioral health facility operated by the state of Indiana and one of six state psychiatric hospitals within the Family and Social Services Administration Division of Mental Health and Addiction. As part of a newly integrated system of state psychiatric hospitals, we serve consumers across the state as the Eastern Center of Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Services.

Nestled in northwestern Richmond, our beautiful campus provides a quiet and peaceful environment. We provide psychiatric and co-occurring treatment to all adults regardless of race, religion, sex, gender identification, age, handicap, national origin, and ability to pay for services. We are proud of our heritage and committed to continuing our tradition of service. Richmond State Hospital offers individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, chaplain services, family therapy and education, group psych-education, rehabilitation therapies, and patient employment opportunities. Unit-based programming is augmented with campus-wide specialty groups. RSH has been a state leader in evidenced-based medication prescribing to both reduce the risks associated with polypharmacy and optimize clinical outcomes. The hospital clinical and medical leadership collaborate with the unit treatment teams to provide the most contemporary and comprehensive care possible.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator ( to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Provide Clinical and Therapeutic Services

• Participate in individual and or group treatment or psychotherapeutic programs for inpatients and families.

• Participate in hospital-wide committees, integrated assessments, patient care monitors, and case conferences.

• Familiarize family and patients with hospitalization and social service programs.

• May register families for insurance and other related treatment and hospitalization requirements.

Lead and Oversee Social Services Operations

• Assume responsibility over the social services discipline for all units.

• Prepare and supervise subordinates and students’ preparation of social histories, individual treatment planning conferences, discharge records, and other materials related to treatment and transition.

Talent Development & Performance Management

• Meet with subordinates to discuss and improve treatment problems associated with individual cases.

• Review work of subordinates and students to ensure quality and accomplishment of goals.

• Conduct professional development activities for staff and students.

• Coordinate and provide clinical training programs for students enrolled in field experiences.

• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.

• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Ability to analyze program needs and effectiveness and to formulate plans for change to more adequately carry out the mission of the hospital.

• Ability to assess patients’ needs, assess and document their progress, and change or amend treatment plans to effectively meet patients’ needs.

• Demonstrate the ability to formulate and implement individual treatment plans and to ensure the effective execution of such by treatment staff.

• Thorough knowledge of community social service agencies and the ability to supervise and plan the coordination of social service programs with other related agencies.

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of principles and practices of psychiatric social work, including social adjustment and rehabilitation, mental illness, personality development, casework, group treatment work, and community placement.

• Working knowledge of the role of other treatment disciplines and the ability to effectively coordinate an interdisciplinary approach to treatment.

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, other treatment staff, and representatives from the community.

• Effective communication skills.

• Demonstrate the ability to train, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates.

• Demonstrate the ability to train professional and paraprofessional staff regarding effective social work methods and standards.

• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

• Working knowledge of administrative and personnel techniques as related to the supervision and direction of programs.

• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.

• Maintain certification as established by the professional practice board.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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