Director, Clinical Programs (Secure Residential And Respite)

Cascadia Health; Johannesburg; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Clinical Programs to lead the Secure Residential and Respite programs. This pivotal role involves overseeing clinical excellence, fostering community relations, and managing program operations. You will be responsible for developing treatment models, training staff, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers a supportive environment where your leadership can make a significant impact on community health and well-being. Join a team dedicated to providing comprehensive care and promoting recovery in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

6 weeks PTO in first year

Medical/Dental Insurance

Retirement with Matching

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Bereavement Leave

Jury Duty Leave

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in behavioral sciences required.
• Minimum three years clinical experience, including supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical model development and program operations.
• Manage services to ensure clinical excellence and financial viability.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and participate in community meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Interpersonal Skills

Decision-Making

Conflict Resolution

Mental Health Assessments

Recovery Models Understanding

Training Provision

Education

Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences

Job description

Director, Clinical Programs (Secure Residential and Respite)

Location: US - OR - Portland | Full-time | Posted 24 Days Ago | Job Requisition ID: JR

Position: Director, Clinical Programs

Program: Secure Residential and Respite

Mission: Cascadia Health delivers comprehensive health care—integrating mental health, addiction services, primary care, and housing—to promote hope and community well-being.

Vision: We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well-being, and leads a self-directed, connected life.

Description of Programs:

• Secure Residential: Operates three locked residential homes for adults with severe mental health challenges, providing psychiatric treatment, personal care, skills training, and case management.
• Respite: Offers voluntary, supportive short-term care in a relaxed environment, including meals, activities, and on-site support.

Position Overview: Responsible for overseeing clinical model development, business growth, community relations, program operations, staffing, financial planning, risk management, and quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage services to ensure clinical excellence and financial viability.
• Support and train staff to operationalize treatment models.
• Develop procedures supporting program goals.
• Determine staffing needs, recruit, hire, and train staff with an emphasis on diversity and cultural competence.
• Collaborate with medical leadership on staffing and treatment approaches.
• Oversee training in Seclusion, Restraint, and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Manage budgets and monitor expenses.
• Lead quality improvement activities.
• Provide leadership to staff, fostering team-building and morale.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and participate in community meetings.
• Ensure client rights, professional boundaries, and ethical standards.
• Assist in crisis situations following protocols.
• Comply with abuse reporting laws and HIPAA.
• Engage in collaborative opportunities and complete mandatory training.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in behavioral sciences from an accredited institution.
• Eligible for QMHP credentialing.
• Minimum three years of clinical experience, including two years post-Master's.
• Three years supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to conduct mental health assessments, understand recovery models, provide training, and operate computer systems effectively. Valid driver’s license required.

Core Competencies: Leadership, supervision, interpersonal skills, decision-making, and conflict resolution.

Work Conditions: Work in residential/supportive housing settings; travel required for meetings.

Mental Demands: Manage variable workflow, prioritize activities.

Physical Demands: Assist in volatile situations to ensure safety.

Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive environment.

Benefits: 6 weeks PTO in first year, medical/dental, retirement with matching, FSA, disability, life insurance, bereavement, jury duty leave.

Starting Rate Range: $0.03 - $0.54 USD

About Us: Oregon's largest community-based behavioral health and substance use treatment organization.

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