Program Director of Womens Residential

Catholic Charities USA - Clifton, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Clifton, NJ

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About the position

The Program Director of Women's Residential Treatment Services at Straight and Narrow is responsible for overseeing the women's residential treatment program, ensuring it aligns with the organization's philosophy of treatment. This role involves long-term planning, quality assurance, and compliance with regulatory standards while providing compassionate care to clients with substance use and co-occurring disorders. The director will also handle on-call responsibilities and represent the organization to various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the women's residential treatment program aligns with Straight & Narrow's Philosophy of Treatment.
• Oversee the Continuous Quality Improvement program for the benefit of the organization, employees, and clients.
• Maintain overall responsibility for the functioning of the Women's Programs.
• Plan long-term strategies for the Women's Programs to ensure quality treatment and care.
• Ensure compliance with accrediting, regulating, and licensing bodies.
• Represent Straight & Narrow positively to funding organizations, other providers, and the community.
• Recognize and respond to new and changing treatment needs with actionable plans.
• Meet deadlines, work under pressure, and handle crises effectively.

Requirements

• 5 years' experience in an administrative capacity and clinical role.
• LCADC with a minimum of a master's degree in social services and/or psychology required.
• Dually licensed preferred with experience in medically managed programs and co-occurring disorders.
• Ability to represent the organization positively to various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of prevailing standards and best practices in treatment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs, electronic health records, and NJSAMS.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
• 403B with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• In-house training seminars
• Two training days for certified professionals
• Supervision for licensing in NJ as LCADC/CADC, LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC, and LMFT
• Employee discount programs such as the Working Advantage program