Program Director

Cancer Support Community East Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cancer Support Community East Tennessee is seeking a Program Director to provide leadership, administration, and oversight of all clinical and community member-focused programs. The role ensures high-quality services, staff supervision, budget control, and collaboration with partners.

The PD will develop and evaluate programs, supervise clinicians and interns, manage reporting, and foster CSCET’s mission of supportive care for people affected by cancer in the East Tennessee region.

Qualifications

• Licensed clinical licensure in Tennessee (LCSW, LPC, LMFT or PhD in psychology).
• Minimum three years of post-licensure clinical experience.
• Proven ability to supervise staff and supervise interns/adjunct instructors.

Responsibilities

• Lead program development and evaluation across clinical and community services.
• Supervise clinical facilitators, adjunct instructors, and interns.
• Provide direct clinical services and ensure program quality and compliance.
• Manage budgets, generate statistical reports, and ensure policy adherence.
• Engage with community partners and healthcare/academic organizations to advance CSCET’s mission.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Support group facilitation

Public speaking

Interpersonal communication

Budget management

Data reporting

Microsoft Office

Education

Licensed in Tennessee (LCSW/LPC/LMFT) or PhD license

Tools

Database systems

Job description

Cancer Support Community East Tennessee, Inc. (CSCET) is a 36-year-old nonprofit dedicated to uplifting and strengthening people impacted by cancer. CSCET provides a comprehensive range of professional services including support groups, individual support sessions, educational workshops, wellness classes, art and music, all free of charge, to individuals affected by cancer and their loved ones. We aim to provide a supportive community where people impacted by cancer can receive the support they need to live well with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.

The Program Director (PD) provides leadership, administration, and oversight of all clinical and community member-focused programs at Cancer Support Community East Tennessee. Responsibilities include program development and evaluation; supervision of clinical facilitators, adjunct instructors, and interns; direct clinical services; budget management; statistical reporting; community engagement; and collaboration with healthcare, academic, and community partners. The Program Director embodies the highest professional standards and ensures compliance with CSCET standards and policies while fostering a compassionate, supportive environment for members, staff, and volunteers.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), or Clinical Psychologist (PhD) licensed in Tennessee
• Minimum three years of post-licensure clinical experience
• Strong clinical skills and experience facilitating support groups and working with individuals affected by chronic or life-threatening illness
• Minimum two years’ supervisory or management experience
• Demonstrated planning, organizing, scheduling, reporting, and innovative program development
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and public speaking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities
• Enthusiasm for teamwork, community collaboration, and CSCET’s mission

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