Director of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)
The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Kansas City, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
The Director of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) rehabilitation program in Kansas City, MO. This role is responsible for managing addiction recovery services, counseling programs, staff supervision, compliance, budgeting, and community partnerships while ensuring alignment with The Salvation Army’s Christian mission and values. This position is ideal for experienced behavioral health leaders or addiction recovery professionals seeking a mission‑driven nonprofit leadership role.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, Human Services, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of administrative or leadership experience in addiction services or behavioral health
- Valid driver’s license with ability to qualify for Salvation Army insurance
- Personal commitment to Christian living and belief in spiritual regeneration
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- CADC, CRADC, LPC (Missouri)
- LAC, LCAC, LMSW (Kansas)
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership for residential substance use disorder (SUD) recovery programs
- Oversee individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and beneficiary orientation
- Evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements as needed
- Ensure integration of faith‑based recovery principles with evidence‑based practices
- Collaborate with Operations to integrate work therapy into rehabilitation plans
- Assess beneficiaries’ spiritual needs and facilitate referrals to Chaplain/Administration
- Ensure accurate documentation and reporting in compliance with Salvation Army ARC policies
- Monitor electronic beneficiary records and data entry for accuracy and timeliness
- Prepare required program reports for administration and grant requirements
- Chair rehabilitation staff and grant meetings
- Participate in annual budget preparation for the program department
- Review monthly expenditures and maintain alignment with approved budgets
- Recruit, train, and supervise counseling and rehabilitation staff
- Provide staff training on ARC Program Manual, Beneficiary Handbook, and policies
- Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action when needed
- Manage staffing schedules and approve timecards
- Supervise internship and training programs
- Build relationships with community agencies for referrals and coordinated care
- Represent The Salvation Army mission in professional and community settings
Benefits
- Mission-driven nonprofit leadership opportunity
- Competitive salary based on experience and licensure
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development and CEU support
- Meaningful work supporting recovery and transformation
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Hearing Coverage through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Prescription Coverage with Express Scripts
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance and options to purchase additional voluntary life coverage
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance through Unum
- Supplemental Aflac Plans (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity)
- MetLife Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Retirement Savings Plan (403b) with employer match eligibility
- Opportunities for growth, training, and career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
