Program Director - Residential Addiction Treatment

Resources For Human Development; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

DailyPay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Company-Paid Training

Executive and Clinical Leadership

Professional development opportunities

Ongoing education and training

Advancement opportunities

Collaboration with leaders

Residential program management

Recovery-focused services

Support for homelessness

Mentor and develop professionals

Community impact

Mission-driven organization

Job summary

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a Program Director to lead a residential substance use treatment program in Philadelphia, PA, serving chronically homeless couples seeking recovery.

The role provides clinical leadership, operational oversight, and oversight of Detoxification Services and ASAM 3.5 Residential Treatment, with a commitment to person-centered, trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related human services field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a human services agency, preferably within a substance use treatment setting.
• Experience supervising staff, direct service delivery, and program planning.
• Knowledge of substance use treatment regulations and best practices.
• Working knowledge of ASAM Criteria and Level 3.5 Residential Treatment standards.
• Experience supporting recovery-oriented and trauma-informed services.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records, Microsoft Office, and related technology.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Required criminal background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clinical leadership for the residential treatment program.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure the delivery of high-quality services.
• Ensure all services reflect person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented principles.
• Supervise, coach, develop, and support program staff.
• Lead recruitment, hiring, training, performance management, and staff retention efforts.
• Provide crisis management support and after-hours on-call oversight as required.
• Ensure employee and clinical charts remain accurate, compliant, and audit-ready.
• Oversee compliance with state regulations, funder requirements, licensing standards, and organizational policies.
• Ensure quality service delivery and implementation of evidence-based practices.
• Monitor treatment planning, service documentation, authorizations, and clinical outcomes.
• Collaborate with Clinical Directors and Quality Teams to support program excellence.
• Manage program budgets, expenditures, revenue cycle activities, and financial performance.
• Ensure the program consistently meets budget and census expectations.
• Maintain understanding and oversight of fee-for-service funding structures and billing requirements.
• Monitor claims, documentation, authorizations, and reimbursement processes.
• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, Clinical Quality, and other departments to support program success.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, engagement, and recovery.
• Promote RHD values throughout all aspects of program operations.

Job description

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a Program Director to lead a residential substance use treatment program in Philadelphia, PA, serving chronically homeless couples seeking recovery.

The role provides clinical leadership, operational oversight, and oversight of Detoxification Services and ASAM 3.5 Residential Treatment, with a commitment to person-centered, trauma-informed care.