Program Director

Youth Consultation Service; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Consultation Service is seeking a Program Director for their Kilbarchan SPEC in Paterson, NJ. The role involves overseeing a 6-bed unit, supervising clinical and residential staff, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience with adolescents, particularly in psychiatric settings, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. YCS offers a competitive compensation package and various benefits for full-time employees.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid time off (Vacation, Personal, Sick time)

Life insurance / disability benefits

Health and wellness programs

403 (B) savings and investment plans

Potential public service loan forgiveness

Qualifications

• 3 years of post-masters experience with adolescents, specifically psychiatric population.
• One year in a supervisory capacity.
• Current NJ LCSW or LPC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the interdisciplinary team and coordinate treatment activities.
• Mentor staff and provide clinical supervision.
• Develop yearly program goals and objectives.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Dedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.

These are just some of the words to describe what it's like working at YCS. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.

Do you share the same qualities?

Kilbarchan SPEC (Specialized Treatment Center) in Paterson, NJ provides intermediate-term therapeutic residence for 6 high-risk boys ages 12 – 17. The site is currently hiring for a Program Director.

The Program Director will be expected to run a small 6-bed unit. They will supervise the clinical team as well as residential staff. They must be able to implement programming and be responsible for contract requirements. They will ensure all staff are up to date on required training and work closely with families and clients.

Schedule :

• Monday through Friday, hours vary
• Some weekend availability required

Job Duties :

• Lead the interdisciplinary team; assess treatment needs; coordinate treatment activities and the input and or developing of treatment plans
• Mentor other staff members on the therapeutic approach and provide clinical supervision
• Ensure clinical supervision is provided to all clinical staff
• Make recommendations in hiring, disciplinary action, promotion, and termination
• Develop yearly program goals and objectives geared at program enhancement.
• Provide supervision and consultation to both licensed and certified social workers or registered nurses (supervision responsibilities are according to licensure)
• Responsible for staff development by ensuring coordination and completion of providing in-service training, training required by licensing agency and Core Competency training.
• Must cooperate with the licensee and the applicable State department or division licensing unit with any legally mandated inspections or investigations

Job Requirements :

• 3 years of post masters experience working with adolescent population, specifically psychiatric population(one year of supervisory capacity).
• Current NJ LCSW or LPC (Preferred)
• Master’s Degree (Clinically based)
• A team player with great communication skills
• Timemanagementandorganizationskills
• Familiar with Nurtured Heart Approach a plus

YCS provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits for full-time employees include :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid time off (Vacation, Personal, Sick time)
• Life insurance / disability benefits / health and wellness programs
• 403 (B) savings and investment plans
• Potential public service loan forgiveness