Program Director

WDP Healthcare; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading behavioral health recruiting firm is seeking a Residential Program Director to provide oversight and clinical supervision of counseling staff in Vancouver, WA. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in counseling or social sciences and have at least six years of experience, with three years in a supervisory role within a state-approved treatment program. This role requires strong communication skills, a solid understanding of compliance regulations, and the ability to lead and manage staff effectively.

Qualifications

• 6 years experience as a qualified counselor may substitute for degree.
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a chemical dependency treatment program.
• Current CPR/1st Aid certification required for residential units.

Responsibilities

• Provides program oversight and clinical supervision for counseling staff.
• Ensures compliance with Washington Administrative Codes and Federal regulations.
• Orientation of all new staff to their assigned unit.

Skills

Communication skills

Supervision

Statistical methods

Program management

Education

Master’s degree in counseling or social sciences

Job description

We are a full service recruiting company, retained to find candidates in the Behavioral Health field.

Job Description

Residential Program Director -

Major Duties:

This position provides program oversight and clinical supervision for all counseling staff on their assigned unit including clinical service delivery, maintenance of client records, contract compliance, public relations, and liaison with various government and private agencies and officials. This position is a member of the Management Team.

• Review Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) and Revised Codes (RCWs) and Federal regulations pertaining to chemical dependency treatment and develop and implement policies and procedures to comply with said codes and regulations;
• Ensure that continuous quality improvement addresses both client needs and compliance with WACs, RCWs, and Federal regulations;
• Ensure that the agency treatment programs are maintained in such a way to be in substantial compliance with Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) and Department of Health (DOH) certification reviews;
• Prepares and submits statistical reports to the Chief Clinical Officer for program compliance with contract performance indicators;
• Provides clinical supervision of treatment services including case staffing, chart entries, case audits, and treatment plan reviews;
• Orientation of all new staff to their assigned unit;
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Lifeline Connections contracts;
• Prepare and present in-service training to staff in order to meet the needs of the changing trends in chemical dependency treatment;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or further advanced degree in counseling or one of the social sciences from an accredited college or university required;
• Six years experience as a qualified counselor as defined in WAC 388-805, or its successor, may be substituted for the degree;
• Have a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a state approved chemical dependency treatment program;
• Ability to meet the licensing requirements of a Chemical Dependency Professional in Washington State (CDP) consistent with WAC 388-805 and RCW 18.205 within a period of time set at time of hire;
• Previous documented experience working with an understanding of statistical methods, managing budgets, supervision of personnel and program management;
• Current unencumbered driver license and proof of current car insurance may be required;
• Current CPR/1st Aid certification required for staff members working in residential units;
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Great attendance;
• Ability to work well with others.

Additional Information

IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

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