Behavioral Health Program Director - Lead Compassionate Care

Kathyirelandrecoverycenters; Williamson (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wise Path Recovery Centers in Williamson, WV seeks a Program Director to lead clinical, recovery, and operations teams in a 24/7 treatment setting. You will shape culture, ensure compliance, and drive performance while coordinating with ARS to expand census and quality care.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of progressive leadership in SUD or healthcare, a bachelor’s degree, and strong communication and problem-solving skills, with CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in substance use disorder treatment, healthcare, business management, or facility operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in human services, business, management, or other relevant discipline strongly preferred.
• Must have 3+ years in a supervisory/management role with direct reports.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and accreditation standards (Joint Commission experience strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage change, and drive program performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership for clinical, recovery, and program staff.
• Recruit, onboard, coach, and retain high-performing team members.
• Foster a trauma-informed, accountable, and mission-aligned workplace culture.
• Oversee performance management, coaching, and corrective action processes.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Communication

CPR/First Aid

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, business, or related field

Job description

Wise Path Recovery Centers in Williamson, WV seeks a Program Director to lead clinical, recovery, and operations teams in a 24/7 treatment setting. You will shape culture, ensure compliance, and drive performance while coordinating with ARS to expand census and quality care.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of progressive leadership in SUD or healthcare, a bachelor’s degree, and strong communication and problem-solving skills, with CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.