Treatment Director

RockBridge Treatment; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RockBridge Treatment seeks a seasoned Treatment Director to lead our licensed SUD program and develop the treatment team while maintaining clinical caseloads. You will ensure compliance with Minnesota 245G, DHS, and accreditation standards, and foster a respectful, relationship-centered culture.

You will oversee policies, documentation, and state reporting, while mentoring staff and delivering direct client services. A strong clinical leader with licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in the addiction field.
• Minimum 3+ years counseling individuals and groups.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Ability to meet Minnesota Statutes 245G.11 qualifications.
• At least 1 year of freedom from problematic substance use.
• Ability to pass and maintain a Minnesota DHS background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SUD treatment program development and curriculum.
• Ensure services, documentation, staffing, and treatment practices comply with 245G, DHS requirements, accreditation standards, and Host County requirements.
• Maintain program policies, manuals, and licensing documentation.
• Serve as a proactive partner with licensing and regulatory bodies and address orders promptly.
• Ensure timely completion of assessments, reviews, documentation, and state reporting (DAANES).
• Establish and maintain consultation services for medical, mental health, and medication administration needs.
• Provide direction and support to the treatment team and conduct annual performance reviews.
• Carry a client caseload, provide individual counseling and group facilitation.

Skills

Addiction experience

Counseling skills

Leadership

245G knowledge

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

LADC licensure

Job description

Be the backbone of hope and healing.
At Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge, every role matters in helping people overcome addiction and find a new path forward. Whether you’re working directly with clients or supporting behind the scenes, your contributions make recovery possible. In return, we offer a values-driven workplace, supportive managers, and opportunities to grow. That commitment has earned us recognition from Newsweek as a Best Addiction Treatment Center and seven straight Star Tribune Top Workplace awards.

Treatment Director

Lead a team. Shape a program. Change lives.

RockBridge Treatment is looking for an experienced, compassionate leader to serve as our Treatment Director. In this role, you’ll guide our licensed substance use disorder treatment program, lead and develop our treatment team, and keep your clinical skills sharp by carrying your own client caseload.

If you’re a seasoned addiction professional who knows Minnesota’s 245G requirements, cares about clinical excellence, and wants to build a respectful, relationship-centered culture, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

Lead the program

• Oversee the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of our SUD treatment programming and curriculum
• Ensure services, documentation, staffing, and treatment practices comply with Minnesota Statutes Chapter 245G, DHS requirements, accreditation standards, and Host County requirements
• Maintain program policies, manuals, and licensing documentation
• Serve as a proactive partner with licensing and regulatory bodies, and address any correction orders promptly
• Ensure timely completion of assessments, reviews, documentation, and state reporting, including DAANES participation
• Establish and maintain consultation services for medical, mental health, and medication administration needs

Lead the team

• Provide direction and support to the treatment team
• Supervise staff in line with licensing and Host County requirements
• Conduct annual performance reviews and provide coaching or corrective action when needed
• Monitor staffing levels to keep operations safe and compliant
• Maintain staff training and continuing education records
• Carry a client caseload, providing individual counseling, facilitating groups, and delivering other treatment services
• Ensure services align with each client’s individualized treatment plan

What You Bring

Required

• 5+ years of experience in the addiction field
• 3+ years providing individual and group counseling to people with substance use disorder
• Prior leadership experience
• Ability to meet all counselor and treatment director qualifications under Minnesota Statutes 245G.11
• At least 1 year of freedom from problematic substance use
• Ability to pass and maintain a Minnesota DHS background study

Strongly Preferred

• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) in Minnesota

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of SUD treatment, co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, treatment planning, and evidence-based modalities
• Working knowledge of 245G, mandated reporting, client rights, professional ethics, and confidentiality rules (42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA)
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with clients, staff, and leadership
• Ability to interpret regulations, technical procedures, and professional research
• A calm, consistent, and compassionate presence, especially in difficult situations
• Genuine commitment to people facing addiction and mental health challenges

Our Culture

We’re committed to MnTC’s mission, Culture of Honor, and core values. We’re looking for someone who will model Putting Honor in Action every day and help build a welcoming, respectful, relationship-centered environment for clients and staff alike.

• All required training (client rights, confidentiality, mandated reporting, professional boundaries, and more) must be completed before providing direct client services
• Ongoing continuing education to maintain Minnesota LADC licensure
• Participation in in-house trainings, team meetings, and staff meetings
• Physical requirements: extended periods of desk and computer work; ability to lift up to 10 pounds

Target Compensation (Negotiable based on Qualifications):

$82,000-$90,000/year

We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool in order to successfully meet our mission of helping every Minnesotan find help and healing from addiction.

Mn Adult & Teen Challenge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any category protected by federal, state or applicable laws.

Reasonable accommodation is provided upon request.

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