Clinical Programs Director (Temporary)

WestCare; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Foundation in California seeks a qualified leader to provide clinical and administrative oversight for a residential program. The role coordinates client care with a multidisciplinary team and ensures compliance with CDCR and state regulations.

The position requires a four-year degree in a related field or equivalent administrative experience in substance abuse treatment within the criminal justice population. Strong supervisory and data-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; or Equivalent experience consisting of five (5) years of documented experience demonstrating a history of administrative responsibility in the area of substance abuse treatment/recovery for the criminal justice population.
• Minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience with knowledge of program performance indicators.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency, substance abuse and personality dynamics of the substance abuser; Knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Basic computer skills; Good documentation skills; Adherence to confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership and supervision to the program and its operations.
• Function as liaison for the Deputy Administrator and external groups and agencies; attend Board/Advisory Board meetings as required.
• Act as liaison to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
• Assist in grant planning and initiation of potential funding opportunities when required.
• Participate in design and implementation of research, such as program evaluation and outcome studies.
• Arrange staff development, education and training activities.
• Implement Quality Assurance and Utilization Review systems to monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Develop and monitor program fiscal/budget tracking and oversee operating budget/expenditures.
• Ensure data submission to CDCR and the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs.
• Participate in daily shift exchanges and review logs; be available on call for emergencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Management experience

Knowledge of chemical dependency

Substance abuse understanding

Confidentiality

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Equivalent 5 years of admin experience in substance abuse treatment/recovery for criminal justice

Job description

WestCare Foundation in California seeks a qualified leader to provide clinical and administrative oversight for a residential program. The role coordinates client care with a multidisciplinary team and ensures compliance with CDCR and state regulations.

The position requires a four-year degree in a related field or equivalent administrative experience in substance abuse treatment within the criminal justice population. Strong supervisory and data-management skills are essential.