The Program Director is responsible for the overall clinical and facility management and administrative operations of the assigned program. This role involves supervising program employees, ensuring high-quality clinical services, and maintaining effective communication between program staff and agency administration. Additionally, the Director will assist in determining the appropriateness of client admission and Level of Care.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical and Program Management:
Oversee and monitor job performance of all program employees. Ensure the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of clinical services. Direct the interdisciplinary team with oversight of both Medical and Clinical programming and services. Making sure that all groups and services have adequate coverage of counselors. Develop, implement, and improve program services to meet the needs of persons served. Ensure all Insurance authorizations are completed at time of intake. Over see all charts and that all necessary signatures, notes, and intakes are completed and documented accurately.
Supervision and Staff Development:
Provide clinical and administrative supervision to program staff. Interview, hire, train, appraise, and, if necessary, discipline or terminate staff. Ensure staff adherence to agency policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines. Ensure all support staff is adhering to Facility Policies. Ensure all clients are in compliance and meeting minimum required therapy both on site and off site.
Regulatory Compliance & Documentation:
Ensure all clinical staff maintain accurate, complete, and timely records in compliance with regulatory standards and agency policies. Ensure program staff uphold the agency's Code of Conduct and comply with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, including 42 CFR confidentiality and HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
Operational Oversight:
Supervise the environment to ensure adherence to behavioral guidelines and a therapeutic setting. Oversee plant operations to ensure a safe environment of care. Help develop, implement, and deploy agency policies and procedures.
Skills:
Knowledge of evidence-based treatments, managed care principles, and behavior practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and EHR Knowledge of
OASAS, OMH
guidance. Ability to implement and monitor policy and procedure in accordance with agency guidelines. Knowledgeable about Federal, state and local law and regulation governing substance abuse treatment programs.
Qualifications:
Experience:
3-5 years of administrative/supervisory experience in the field of addiction programs.
Certification & Training:
OASAS CASAC
certification (Advanced or Master Level) if not a licensed NYSED Qualified Health Professional (QHP) for designated programs. Completion of OASAS Clinical Supervision Foundations I & II.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance