Program Director (57523)

Phoenix House of New York; Merrick (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Phoenix House of New York seeks a Program Director to oversee the administrative and clinical aspects of grants and programs in a hybrid setting.

The role requires LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC licensure with at least five years in substance use disorder treatment and two years in supervision. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $95,000 annually with up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in substance use disorder treatment and related settings.
• Proven supervisory experience and staff management skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical staff hiring, evaluations, promotions, and disciplinary actions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Nassau County Legal agencies.
• Ensure grant goals and reporting timelines are met.

Skills

Leadership

Grant management

Program oversight

Communication

Education

Graduate Degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Nassau - Merrick, NY 11566

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary Range: $85.00 - $95.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Job Shift: Morning

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Summary

Are you ready to join a dynamic team of dedicated values-based leaders and professionals who are committed to creating a healthy, addiction-free world?

Program Director at Phoenix House, you will be responsible for the administrative and clinical oversight of the grant/program.

Phoenix House of NY is proudly offering 100% employer-paid medical insurance for all eligible employees and their dependents!

About Us

Phoenix House of New York | Long Island is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. We provide treatment, housing, and support services for our clients and their families. Our core values— Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking —guide our approach, ensuring each person receives evidence-based care that promotes dignity and wellness. By upholding these values, we empower people to rebuild their lives with hope, accountability, and support.

What We Offer

At Phoenix House, we recognize that in today’s economic climate, stability and support matter more than ever. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to care for you as a whole person—supporting your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Here are some of our perks:

• (10) Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week
• Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Competitive wages and more...

Responsibilities

• Responsible for management of the clinical staff; including their hiring, performance evaluations, promotions, discipline, and terminations.
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with Nassau County Legal agencies
• Ensure goals and objectives of the Re-Entry Grant are being met.
• Responsible for ensuring all grant data is collected and reported timely.
• Evaluates program effectiveness, revises the program design and/or policies and procedures, as needed.
• Provide training to staff on all aspects of job responsibilities.
• Ensures that policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements are adhered to by staff.

Qualifications

• LMSW, LCSW or LMHC

Required Experience

• Minimum five years of experience working in substance use disorder treatment
• Minimum two years of experience in a supervisory role

Competencies (KSAs)

• Leadership
• Initiative
• Ethical Practices
• Judgment
• Relationship Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Professional Boundaries
• Global and Cultural Awareness
• Critical Evaluation
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Crisis Management
• Technical Capacity

Work Environment

This job is a hybrid position, working between an office, Nassau County Jail, and other community sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Regularly required to sit, use hands to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds