PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES

Remedies Renewing Lives; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K participation

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus

Disability insurance

Term life insurance

Job summary

Remedies Renewing Lives is seeking a PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES to supervise substance abuse counselors, coordinate intake assessments, and provide related counseling and case management services for outpatient clients. The role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and requires 40+ hours weekly, with a Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm schedule.

The position entails oversight of assessments, treatment planning, staff supervision, documentation, and collaboration with referral sources.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of therapeutic methods, principles, and practices.
• Skills to train and supervise employees.
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.
• Ability to provide sincere interest necessary to collaborate with the patient population as well as exhibiting caring and respectful attitudes toward patients.
• Ability to assume responsibility and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive substance abuse assessments for patients.
• Expected to complete a minimum of 2 assessments/intakes daily.
• Evaluate patient needs and develop individualized treatment plans that consist of measurable and attainable treatment goals.
• Cultivates a working, professional relationship with existing and future referral sources.
• Follow up with referral sources regarding the outcome of assessments, if applicable.
• Follow up with no call/no show appointments to increase the rate of intake completion.
• Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as needed to maximize successful patient outcomes.
• Provides individual, group, to assign patients on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Maintains accurate and thorough clinical records reflecting services provided to patients.
• Provides outreach and consultation, prevention, and treatment services as indicated by contracts and program needs.
• Engages in appropriate discharge and aftercare planning with patients.Monitors urine drops (same sex) as scheduled.
• Maintains documentation in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner.
• Facilitates clinical staff meetings and participates in other program or agency meetings such as the quality improvement committee.
• Participates in in-service, extramural training and/or continuing education as requested.
• Identifies and responds to high-risk events/behaviors that could jeopardize patients and/or staff.
• Supervises the work of others; and assists in instructing others in program methods, procedures, functions and completes staff evaluations as required.
• Performs other duties as required or requested by supervisor.
• Promotes a positive and pleasant attitude conducive to the workplace that enhances and furthers the Mission, Vision, and Values Statement.
• Presents and maintains a professional image in dress, behavior, and work habits.

Skills

Therapeutic methods

Staff supervision

Interpersonal skills

Assessment development

Communication skills

Confidentiality practices

Computer skills

Education

CADC certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Remedies is always looking for motivated and passionate individuals to join our team and help make a difference in our community.

JOB TITLE: PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT

COMPENSATION: $63,000- $77,000

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides supervision to substance abuse counselors and/or other staff, functioning with limited oversight while exercising significant initiative and independent judgment.

This position is also responsible for coordinating and completing intake assessments for individuals seeking substance use services. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the role may also include providing individual and group counseling, case management, and related support services for outpatient and intensive outpatient clients with drug and alcohol issues. This position requires working 40 or more hours per week. The schedule includes the following:

Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs comprehensive substance abuse assessments for patients.
• Expected to complete a minimum of 2 assessments/intakes daily.
• Evaluate patient needs and develop individualized treatment plans that consist of measurable and attainable treatment goals.
• Cultivates a working, professional relationship with existing and future referral sources.
• Follow up with referral sources regarding the outcome of assessments, if applicable.
• Follow up with no call/no show appointments to increase the rate of intake completion.
• Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as needed to maximize successful patient outcomes.
• Provides individual, group, to assign patients on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Maintains accurate and thorough clinical records reflecting services provided to patients.
• Provides outreach and consultation, prevention, and treatment services as indicated by contracts and program needs.
• Engages in appropriate discharge and aftercare planning with patients.Monitors urine drops (same sex) as scheduled.
• Maintains documentation in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner.
• Facilitates clinical staff meetings and participates in other program or agency meetings such as the quality improvement committee.
• Participates in in-service, extramural training and/or continuing education as requested.
• Identifies and responds to high-risk events/behaviors that could jeopardize patients and/or staff.
• Supervises the work of others; and assists in instructing others in program methods, procedures, functions and completes staff evaluations as required.
• Performs other duties as required or requested by supervisor.
• Promotes a positive and pleasant attitude conducive to the workplace that enhances and furthers the Mission, Vision, and Values Statement.
• Presents and maintains a professional image in dress, behavior, and work habits.
• Performs all job functions in a professional manner.
• Performs all job functions consistent with confidentiality regulations, ethical practices and Agency polices and mission.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of therapeutic methods, principles, and practices.
• Skills to train and supervise employees.
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.
• Skills in completing substance abuse assessments, planning, developing, and implementing individualized, therapeutic treatment plans.
• The ability to provide sincere interest necessary to collaborate with the patient population as well as exhibiting caring and respectful attitudes toward patients.
• Ability to assume responsibility and follow directions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.

EXPERIENCE

Five or more full-time years’ experience providing substance abuse treatment.

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE

Appropriate certification of CADC is required.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits insurance on the first of the month after 30 days of employment. Benefits include medical, dental and 401K participation. We also offer an accrual of 4 weeks of paid time off per year. There is an annual discretionary bonus given as well after completing 1 year of service. Full-time employees are also eligible for short/long term disability and term life insurance.

Remedies Renewing Lives provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Remedies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Remedies expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Remedies’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.