Adolescent Residential Services Program Director

Legacy Treatment Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Program Director to lead a dynamic clinical team. This role involves overseeing the implementation of a positive treatment program, ensuring the safety and security of the environment, and managing staff performance. With a focus on developing engaging programs for youth and adolescents, the Program Director will play a crucial role in fostering emotional growth and well-being. Full-time benefits include comprehensive insurance packages and generous PTO. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

3.2 weeks of PTO in first year

Medical, vision, dental & life insurance benefits

403(b) employer match

9 Agency-paid holidays

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a related field with at least 3 years of experience.
• Supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure a safe environment for staff and Consumers.
• Coordinate daily program activities and manage staff performance.
• Engage in individual, group, and family therapy as needed.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Program Development

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Master’s Degree in Psychology

Master’s Degree in Education

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Cheryl - Burlington County, NJ

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

The Program Director will supervise and ensure a safe environment and work with the Clinical Team Leader to establish a positive treatment program. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of a positive, strengths-base, developmentally appropriate therapeutic milieu that is in keeping with the values and clinical treatment philosophy of the Agency. Responsible for the safety and security of the program, building, Consumers and staff. Primary responsibility for budgets, scheduling and staff performance. Working with the Clinical Team Leader, responsible for implementing programming within the residence. Primary duties and responsibilities include: Direct coordination of daily program activities. Hire, supervise and evaluate all Program staff, including emergency scheduling of "on call" staff members. Develop and implement program orientation and training programs for all Program employees. Participate in and share leadership of staff meetings. Assign Consumers to lead residential therapists, and monitor these relationships. Develop and implement Program staff schedule. Address and approve timecards. Participate in individual, group and family therapy as indicated in the individual treatment plans of Consumers, or as directed by the Clinical Team Leader. Provide a point of contact for Consumer's family and other community resources. Coordinate with school staff and the Consumer's teachers to insure follow up of the school programs. Develop programs in which all Consumers can participate, schedule off campus trips that will aid the Consumers in their emotional growth. Make the home a safe and fun place for all Consumers and staff. Actively engage in all pre crisis and crisis interventions, seeking to establish a positive outcome. Other duties as assigned.

Hours:

Full time; some evening hours, on-call responsibilities.

Full time benefits include:

• 3.2 weeks of PTO in first year
• Medical, vision, dental & life insurance benefits
• 403(b) employer match and employee participation
• 9 Agency-paid holidays

Education/Experience:

Master’s Degree in social work, psychology, education or other closely related field with at least 3 years of experience with youth/adolescents required. Supervisory experience required.

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity

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