Program Director - Residential Treatment (80 beds)

Vocational Instruction Project; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $3,000-$4,000

Job summary

Vocational Instruction Project seeks a Program Director for a Residential Treatment Program (80 beds) in New York. The role requires a graduate degree and licensed professional credentials with substantial admin/clinical experience in substance use and mental health settings.

The incumbent will ensure regulatory compliance, oversee staff, manage budgeting and facility operations, and represent the program with partners and funders.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree and qualified mental health professional credential required.
• Three years administrative or clinical experience in SUD/mental health setting.
• OASAS residential facility experience preferred.
• Trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices preferred.
• Proficiency with computer operation including MS Word, Excel, EHR and Outlook.
• Excellent written and oral communication; bilingual Spanish desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical services meet OASAS and VIP standards.
• Plan and implement policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OASAS regulations and certification processes.
• Provide staffing coverage and on-call availability.
• Oversee personnel actions including hiring, evaluation, and discipline.
• Implement orientation for new staff and maintain records.
• Maintain program information systems and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with facilities to ensure safety, cleanliness, and security.
• Maintain statistical data for weekly census and monthly reports.
• Advise on physical plant operations and resource needs.
• Participate in CQI activities and inter-agency coordination.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Bilingual Spanish desirable

Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, EHR,,

Strong organizational abilities

Regulatory compliance mindset

Education

Graduate degree in Social Work / Mental Health Counseling / Psychology

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Outlook

Job description

Vocational Instruction Project seeks a Program Director for a Residential Treatment Program (80 beds) in New York. The role requires a graduate degree and licensed professional credentials with substantial admin/clinical experience in substance use and mental health settings.

The incumbent will ensure regulatory compliance, oversee staff, manage budgeting and facility operations, and represent the program with partners and funders.