Director of Clinical Services - Substance Use Programs

Remedies Renewing Lives; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K participation

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus

Disability insurance

Term life insurance

Job summary

Remedies Renewing Lives is seeking a PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES to supervise substance abuse counselors, coordinate intake assessments, and provide related counseling and case management services for outpatient clients. The role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and requires 40+ hours weekly, with a Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm schedule.

The position entails oversight of assessments, treatment planning, staff supervision, documentation, and collaboration with referral sources.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of therapeutic methods, principles, and practices.
• Skills to train and supervise employees.
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.
• Ability to provide sincere interest necessary to collaborate with the patient population as well as exhibiting caring and respectful attitudes toward patients.
• Ability to assume responsibility and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive substance abuse assessments for patients.
• Expected to complete a minimum of 2 assessments/intakes daily.
• Evaluate patient needs and develop individualized treatment plans that consist of measurable and attainable treatment goals.
• Cultivates a working, professional relationship with existing and future referral sources.
• Follow up with referral sources regarding the outcome of assessments, if applicable.
• Follow up with no call/no show appointments to increase the rate of intake completion.
• Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as needed to maximize successful patient outcomes.
• Provides individual, group, to assign patients on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Maintains accurate and thorough clinical records reflecting services provided to patients.
• Provides outreach and consultation, prevention, and treatment services as indicated by contracts and program needs.
• Engages in appropriate discharge and aftercare planning with patients.Monitors urine drops (same sex) as scheduled.
• Maintains documentation in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner.
• Facilitates clinical staff meetings and participates in other program or agency meetings such as the quality improvement committee.
• Participates in in-service, extramural training and/or continuing education as requested.
• Identifies and responds to high-risk events/behaviors that could jeopardize patients and/or staff.
• Supervises the work of others; and assists in instructing others in program methods, procedures, functions and completes staff evaluations as required.
• Performs other duties as required or requested by supervisor.
• Promotes a positive and pleasant attitude conducive to the workplace that enhances and furthers the Mission, Vision, and Values Statement.
• Presents and maintains a professional image in dress, behavior, and work habits.

Skills

Therapeutic methods

Staff supervision

Interpersonal skills

Assessment development

Communication skills

Confidentiality practices

Computer skills

Education

CADC certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Remedies Renewing Lives is seeking a PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES to supervise substance abuse counselors, coordinate intake assessments, and provide related counseling and case management services for outpatient clients. The role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and requires 40+ hours weekly, with a Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm schedule.

The position entails oversight of assessments, treatment planning, staff supervision, documentation, and collaboration with referral sources.