Program Director: Withdrawal and Stabilization

EmergencyMD; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 83,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Program Director for its Withdrawal and Stabilization programs. The role involves overseeing operations, developing staff training, and ensuring compliance while improving patient outcomes. This position promises a dynamic and impactful career in the substance use recovery field.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified health professional with supervisory experience in substance use.
• At least 5 years of full-time clinical work experience in the substance use disorder field.
• General understanding of NYS Insurance standards and OASAS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative oversight of the daily operations.
• Supervise clinical and administrative teams ensuring compliance with requirements.
• Collaborate with compliance and quality departments to address incidents.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Program Director - Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Withdrawal and Stabilization Programs

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

As we expand our substance use disorder (SUD) programming, we are seeking a dynamic Program Director to lead, develop, and grow our Withdrawal and Stabilization programs. This is a unique opportunity for a self-starter to shape the future of critical programs, ensuring operational excellence while delivering exceptional care.

The Program Director for the CARS Withdrawal and Stabilization program in Ithaca, NY will oversee daily operations and lead the development and operations of our client centered, 24/7 Withdrawal and Stabilization programs. Working closely with executive leadership, this individual will take the initiative in identifying opportunities, solving complex challenges, and implementing innovative solutions to meet the needs of the community.

The ideal candidate is an experienced and self-motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at fostering collaboration, and is dedicated to improving outcomes for individuals with substance use disorders.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical and administrative oversight of the daily operations of the Withdrawal and Stabilization program; participates as an active, forward-thinking member of the CARS leadership team, providing leadership and direction in accordance with organizational goals and objectives. Serves as a resource to others as an extension of the leadership team.
• This leader integrates patient experience, operational effectiveness, and system outcomes by partnering with human resources on hiring, provider engagement, financial viability, business development, and clinical/operational workflows. The director will create a culture of growth through improved patient access, patient satisfaction, and supporting the continuum of care for a seamless patient experience.
• Direct and indirect supervision of the clinical, medical, milieu, and administrative teams. Ensure compliance with clinical supervision of counseling staff in accordance with OASAS requirements. Responsible for the fiscal integrity of the Withdrawal and Stabilization program including, but not limited to, maximizing revenue opportunities, ensuring programs operate efficiently and responsibly, monitoring and reporting of fiscal goals, being knowledgeable of the program budget and maintaining expenses within that budget and ensuring service deliverables are met.
• Assists in developing comprehensive training plans for new staff, covering clinical protocols BS documentation procedures. Assists in development, facilitation, and delivery of training sessions for staff to enhance their knowledge and skills in providing a safe and therapeutic, healing environment.
• Ensure programs maintain all required licensures as issued by OASAS, SAMSHA, DEA, DOH, and any other related licensures necessary for the efficient and effective operations of program; establish positive and collaborative rapport with representatives of the regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with the Compliance. Quality, and Risk departments to ensure timely reporting and responses to incidents and/or compliance concerns, including monitoring corrective action plans.
• Maintain secure management of medications, medical records, and employee documentation.

• Uphold and protect patient confidentiality and rights, ensuring each patient receives proper medical and clinical care

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Must be a qualified health professional working within their scope of practice. This includes, but is not limited to, a registered nurse (RN), psychologist, certified nurse practitioner (NP), physician assistant (PA), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC).
• Must have at least 5 ears of full-time clinical work experience in the substance use disorder field, with at least 1 year of supervisory experience prior to appointment.
• Must have progressive leadership background, excellent communication skills, independent, self-starter, excellent problem- solving ability and experience working with people with substance use disorder. Familiarity with strength-based leadership models and practices a plus.
• General understanding of NYS Insurance standards, OASAS admission criteria and regulations including, but not limited to 816 and 820.
• General principles and practices of personnel management, supervision, and leadership development. General knowledge of the physical, mental, emotional, and social ramifications of substance abuse; general knowledge of substance abuse counseling techniques, group dynamics and techniques of conduction of psycho-educational and therapy groups; general understanding of the principles of adult learning; interviewing techniques; generally accepted crisis intervention techniques

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Master's degree in related healthcare field with knowledge of treatment of substance use and mental health disorders.
• 5 years of supervisory experience in substance use or other healthcare-related field.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Onsite - Ithaca, NY 2353 N. Triphammer Rd.

Pay Disclosure:

• $83,200 to $87,360 Annually

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

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