Deputy Chief Director, Single Adult Housing & SUD Services

SOME•Washington, DC

13d•$153,088 - $162,096•Hybrid

About The Position

The Deputy Chief Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of financial, administrative, staffing, and operational management for SOME’s single adult housing and substance use disorder (SUD) programs. The role integrates housing services with clinical, social, and supportive programs to provide comprehensive, client-centered care. It manages budgets, resources, and program operations; oversees staff performance, strategic objectives, policies, and program improvements; and evaluates operations to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and service integration. The position is based in Washington, DC, with frequent travel to Winchester, West Virginia, at least once or twice weekly. Lodging at a SOME property may be provided for overnight stays, as available. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some evenings and weekends as needed. One telework day per week may be available as necessary. The position is 40 hours per week. The Deputy Chief Director monitors program effectiveness through needs assessments, implementation plans, and evaluations; directs program policies and activities; communicates and upholds standards; and ensures compliance with applicable DC, West Virginia, and federal requirements. The role builds relationships with government agencies and community partners, integrates SUD services into the housing continuum, monitors program trends and outcomes, and ensures systems track progress and contract deliverables are completed on time. It oversees compliance with West Virginia licensure requirements under Title 64 OHFLAC. The role also monitors program financial records, landlord-tenant matters, legal and funding requirements, building maintenance, procurement, inventory, and disbursements. It collaborates with Development on fundraising, grants, and partner relations, participates in organizational strategy and decision-making, leads programs and departments in its portfolio, supports grant and contract development, oversees budgets and financial reporting, and works with CQI to meet program standards. The Deputy Chief Director provides clinical, operational, and strategic leadership, supports advocacy planning, resolves escalated client concerns, assists staff with conflict resolution and crisis intervention, and promotes addiction treatment services in the community. The salary range is $153,088 to $162,096 and may be commensurate with experience. SOME describes its compensation and benefits package as reflecting its organizational culture, mission, and core values.

Requirements

Master’s-level education or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of supervisory and management experience in an SUD or mental health setting.
Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
Ability to travel between Washington, DC, and Winchester, West Virginia; frequent travel is required, at least once or twice a week.
CAC II, LICSW, or LPC credential from the District of Columbia Department of Health.
CPR and First Aid certification.
In-depth knowledge of homelessness, addiction treatment, mental health issues, and integrated housing services.
Knowledge of service needs for behavioral health and addiction populations and systems of care.
Knowledge of systems and procedures for evaluating funded behavioral health and DCHA provider performance.
Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, policies, rules, and requirements for behavioral health and DCHA.
Knowledge of strategic planning, budget management, human resources management, and project management.
Knowledge of leadership principles and the ability to interact effectively with different leadership styles.
Skill in directing and evaluating SUD and single adult housing program services and recommending or implementing improvements.
Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and implementing solutions.
Ability to make timely, effective decisions and manage multiple competing priorities.
Ability to think critically and creatively and support creative thinking in others.
Ability to plan, assign, and evaluate others’ work and effectively manage and motivate staff.
Ability to lead in an environment of change.
Ability to develop, implement, and monitor clinical programs that add or expand integrated services within and beyond the agency.
Strong organizational, attention-to-detail, and time-management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication, meeting facilitation, and public speaking skills.
Budget management, business acumen, data management, and project management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Master’s-level education with 8 to 10 years of management experience in mental health, behavioral health, residential, or public health.

Responsibilities

Monitor program effectiveness through ongoing needs assessments, implementation plans, and effectiveness studies.
Direct, plan, and implement policies, objectives, and activities that sustain operations and improve productivity.
Communicate and uphold program guidelines and standards across programs.
Ensure building and property concerns are addressed and environments are safe, adequate, and aligned with organizational standards.
Ensure program compliance with applicable DC, West Virginia, and federal laws and guidelines, including West Virginia licensure requirements under Title 64 OHFLAC.
Develop and maintain relationships and collaborate with local government agencies and community partners, including DCHA, ANCs, DBH, DHS, and DOH.
Oversee integration of SUD services and resources into supportive programming across the housing continuum.
Analyze program trends and data to evaluate outcomes, sustainability, and potential service gaps.
Maintain systems for tracking progress and evaluating program components; communicate outcomes to funders and executive leadership.
Engage with outside agencies and stakeholders and oversee compliance with required standards.
Ensure contract deliverables are completed on time and avoid contract penalties.
Review and monitor financial records, including vacancy loss and rent payment reports, and ensure proper management of client financial supports.
Advise on and monitor landlord-tenant matters, including policy compliance and evictions.
Monitor compliance with legal and funding requirements for program and property operations.
Monitor building maintenance and report issues to Facilities and Property Management teams as needed.
Monitor procurement, inventory controls, and disbursement of program equipment.
Collaborate with Development on fundraising, grants, and donor and partner relations.
Participate in organizational strategy and decision-making with the Operational Leadership Team.
Provide direction and leadership for programs and departments in the portfolio.
Assist with grant proposal and contract development to increase funding.
Provide clinical, operational, and strategic leadership to develop high-value, financially feasible, and sustainable care.
Work with the Advocacy department to develop and engage in the annual advocacy plan for the programs.
Oversee program budget development, allocate resources to meet department goals, administer budgets, and comply with financial reporting requirements.
Work with CQI to ensure compliance with program standards and expectations.
Resolve escalated client concerns and support staff with conflict resolution and crisis intervention.
Promote SOME and discuss addiction treatment services in the community.