Divisional Director

Liberty Resources, Inc.•Syracuse, NY

3d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Liberty Resources is seeking a full-time Divisional Director to support its OASAS, HUD, and OTDA-funded programs. The Divisional Director assists the Associate Vice President with the administration, oversight, and evaluation of residential and community-based programs. The role oversees programs funded by OMH, OASAS, OTDA, and HUD in Onondaga, Madison, and Monroe Counties, contributes to the Division’s continuous quality improvement process and new program development, and serves as administrative backup to the Associate Vice President. The Director works with the Associate Vice President to oversee and evaluate clinical practice and promote strong clinical foundations and desired program and client outcomes. The role provides administrative oversight and consultation for assigned programs, supports program quality and compliance, supervises staff, leads quality assurance and improvement activities, and participates in planning and developing behavioral healthcare services. Liberty Resources describes its services as high-quality, integrated, and community-based, and emphasizes staff support, diversity, and culturally responsive services that recognize the beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities served.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Human Services, Public Administration, or Social Work preferred.
Five years of experience, including two years in an administrative and supervisory role demonstrating progressive responsibility and accountability.
Valid New York State driver’s license.
Access to reliable transportation.
Cultural competency.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to read and interpret regulations and communicate verbally and in writing.
Sound knowledge of matters pertaining to clinical practice.
Strong initiative and judgment, industry, and a comprehensive understanding of staff procedures.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with NYS AIDS Institute, NYS OMH, DSS, and OASAS compliance issues.

Responsibilities

Work with the Associate Vice President to oversee, evaluate, and inform clinical practice within the division, supporting sound clinical foundations and desired program and client outcomes.
Develop, maintain, evaluate, and improve assigned programs to support high-quality, effective, and efficient treatment and service delivery.
Provide direct administrative oversight and consultation for assigned programs and be responsible for their licensure and/or certification.
Participate in the funding application process.
Supervise supervisors and staff in assigned programs; coordinate and participate in staff meetings and individual supervisory conferences.
Lead the QA/QI process for assigned programs and prepare reports and recommendations for process improvement across division programs.
Participate in Utilization Review as assigned.
Participate in planning and developing existing and new behavioral healthcare services; recommend program and facility modifications as necessary.
Be responsible for the Division in the Associate Vice President’s absence.
Ensure initial staff orientation and ongoing development planning.
Initiate personnel recruitment and participate in selection; provide supervision and annual performance evaluations.
Assist the Associate Vice President in maintaining regular inspection of clinical records, progress reports, and service plans to support compliance with agency and regulatory requirements and sound clinical practice.