Program Clinical Director - Addiction Recovery Services

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Paramus, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Coverage

Life & AD&D insurance

Generous PTO

CompetitiveHoliday Compensation

403B Plan and Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Job summary

CarePlus NJ Inc is seeking a Program Clinical Director for Addiction Recovery Services in Paramus, NJ. This on-site, full-time role offers leadership to clinicians, staff supervision, and oversight of clinical operations with a limited caseload and emphasis on quality outcomes.

Master’s degree in a behavioral health field and full licensure (LCADC/LCSW) with CCS are required, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience with children and families. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or addiction counseling or other behavioral health discipline from an accredited college or university
• Must possess a full license (LCADC and/or LCSW) with a CCS required
• Dual licensure of LCADC and LCSW with a CCS preferred
• At least 3 years documented work experience with children and families
• Experience in supervision staff in program and team meetings

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support program staff, including hiring, scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Oversee daily program operations to ensure quality service delivery, compliance, and effective workflow management.
• Coordinate internal and external services to meet client needs and support continuity of care.
• Manage a limited caseload, including assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, case management, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure adherence to agency, regulatory, and quality standards
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, clients, families, and community partners while providing leadership, mentorship, education, and advocacy.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree in social work or addiction counseling or other behavioral health discipline

Job description

Program Clinical Director - Addiction Recovery Services

Location: 610 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus NJ
On-site FT40: 9am-5pm with flexible evening hours
Salary: $80,000

What We Offer:

• Health and Dental Coverage
• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 403B Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary:

As a Clinical Director, you will provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to assigned staff. Provide direct behavioral healthcare services for children, adolescents, and adults, supervise assigned staff and manage a limited caseload. In this role, you will ensure departmental goals are achieved and document service outcomes as part of CPNJ policies and procedures.

What You Will Do:

• Lead, supervise, and support program staff, including hiring, scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Oversee daily program operations to ensure quality service delivery, compliance, and effective workflow management.
• Coordinate internal and external services to meet client needs and support continuity of care.
• Manage a limited caseload, including assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, case management, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure adherence to agency, regulatory, and quality standards
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, clients, families, and community partners while providing leadership, mentorship, education, and advocacy.

What We Need to See:

• Master's degree in social work or addiction counseling or other behavioral health discipline from an accredited college or university
• Must possess a full license (LCADC and/or LCSW) with a CCS required.
• Dual licensure of LCADC and LCSW with a CCS preferred.
• At least 3 years documented work experience with children and families
• Experience in supervision staff in program and team meetings

Studies have shown thatwomen, communities of color, and historically underrepresentedindividuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.

Who Are We?

CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be-a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.

Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.