Lakeside Academy Center Director

MN Adult and Teen Challenge•Buffalo, MN

4h•$95,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge (MnTC), a leader in offering treatment programs to those battling addiction, is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the opening for a Center Director. This position is located at Lakeside Academy on their 48-acre campus in Buffalo, MN. The role is crucial in helping people overcome addiction and find a new path forward, offering a values-driven workplace, supportive managers, and opportunities to grow. MnTC has been recognized by Newsweek as a Best Addiction Treatment Center and has received seven straight Star Tribune Top Workplace awards.

Requirements

Must be free of problematic substance use for at least the two years immediately preceding employment.
Three years+ demonstrated leadership and managerial skills.
Previous management, director level experience.
Strong ability to relate to and mentor people with life-controlling problems.
Ability to maintain professional standards of conduct and appearance with co-workers and the public.
Baccalaureate degree or documented three years general work experience in administration or personnel supervision in human services.
Proficiency in Microsoft office applications.
Possession of a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record that will be accepted by this organization’s vehicle insurance carrier.
Ability to drive MnTC vehicles.
Ability to successfully complete criminal background check process.

Nice To Haves

LADC preferred

Responsibilities

Overall responsibility of all aspects of the MnTC operations.
Oversee local marketing strategies, programs and fundraising.
Representation of program to general public; clients, government officials and churches.
Guard the reputation and brand of MnTC and communicate all potential risks, or negative exposure to supervisor.
Ensure donor base growth and personal contact.
Oversee all aspects of Administration including HR, budget, purchasing and staff morale.
Monthly monitor all budget issues including both income and expenditures and make adjustments as needed throughout the year.
Supervise Administrative Staff.
Ensure program is being operated according to MnTC policies and procedures.
Address client grievances.
Supervise Admissions Manager: Ensure that applicants are followed up with in an efficient manner.
Supervise CE Counselor: Ensure that clients are receiving satisfactory and sufficient counseling.
Supervise Program Manager: Oversee the program operation and activities and ensure that clients are receiving proper care and treatment.
Supervise the Licensed Treatment Director, striving to develop the highest quality program possible.
Oversee maintenance, including overall condition, capital improvements, of the actual facility.
Continually assess building usage and adjust to fit the changing needs of the program.
Ensure compliance with building codes and licensing requirements.
Supervise Maintenance Manager.
Oversee all aspects of Food Service.
Work with the manager to ensure high quality food offerings.
Supervise Food Service Manager.