Executive Director- Harrisburg

ODYSSEY BEHAVIORAL GROUP•Harrisburg, PA

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About The Position

To meet an ever-expanding need for mental health and substance use disorder treatment services in the region, STR Behavioral Health Harrisburg, PA. The approach at our treatment centers is firmly rooted in individualized, person-centered care to help clients uncover the why behind their disorders and help them build foundational relationships that help answer the how in moving forward. The Executive Director is responsible for financial, administrative, clinical, and legal (accreditation, licensing, compliance) aspects of the organizational and operational management which includes but is not limited to; public relations and marketing; sound management of all fiscal resources; supervision of existing program staff; development and management of information technology; and development of the strategic plan. The Executive Director must drive the organization to provide more and better services to clients in need, in accordance with the organizations mission statement and best clinical and business practices

Requirements

Master’s level education in Social Work, Counseling, or similar field.
Licensed in Clinical Social Work or Professional Counseling.
Knowledge and understanding of the concepts of drug and alcohol addiction and recovery.
A minimum of five years’ experience in senior level administrative management and professional background in drug and alcohol treatment and recovery
Strong administrative and communication skills and demonstrated success in strategic planning, board development, donor cultivation and fundraising
Demonstrated experience in oversight of accounting, budgeting and expertise in financial analysis
Compliance with DDAP licensing standards and JCAH accreditation standards
Proven ability to create and manage change, growth, and continuous improvement
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to communicate with peers/general public, clients and/or vendor
Tolerant to various noise levels: noise level in the work environment varies – may be very quiet to moderate
Job performance will require the ability to move throughout the building as well as sit or remain stationary for extended periods of time
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to talk or hear, sit, stand, walk, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch
Outstanding ability to manage and motivate change and growth.
Demonstrate leadership, sense of vision and ability to motivate others
Strong interpersonal skills and a professional presentation and demeanor
Strong verbal and written communication and listening skills
Integrity and an ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong analytical skills
Extensive knowledge and background in finance, budgeting, contract compliance, information technology
Experience and knowledge accounting and financial analysis
Demonstration of initiative, creativity and follow through
Strong sense of organization and planning and able to manage time well
Ability to multi-task and be in control of numerous tasks at one time
Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Quick Books, Excel, MS Word, and email systems
Must be flexible able to work evenings, weekend.
Occasional travel

Responsibilities

Organizational Development
Oversee and support current program staff and develop short- and long-term professional development plans
Oversee and support procedures including recruitment, approval, confidentiality, retention and discharge as appropriate.
In conjunction with the COO, develop a strategic plan that recognizes changing client needs; organizational strengths and weaknesses; the organization's mission, vision, and values; and the changing provider and reimbursement landscapes.
Financial Management and Administration
Ensure that Steps to Recovery is fiscally sound.
Work with staff and COO to prepare and meet budgets.
Establish rigorous accountability standard for budget tracking.
Direct financial activities and makes decisions based on plans and policies.
Assure compliance and accountability to regulatory bodies.
Engage with COO and CFO in financial planning and diversification activities.
Maintain fiscal responsibility and report to the COO regularly
Implement the organization's Board-approved strategic plan and implement other Board plans in a timely way as they relate to programs, communication, and business development.
Ensure legal compliance and program and fiscal accountability.
Promote active and broad participation by partner organizations and volunteers.
Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments in Human Services, cultural organizations as well as drug and alcohol treatment and recovery.
Manage information technology to increase operational and clinical efficiency and effectiveness.
Program Development and Management
Oversee the current programs of the agency and working with staff to develop programs to achieve objectives of the strategic plan.
Identify and cultivate partner organizations locally, regionally, and nationally for mutual program benefit.
Maintain identified level of compliance with state licensing.
Maintain develop and maintain accreditation, quality process and accreditation level that is selected.
Develop and implement specific skills training for all level of staff.
Personnel
Develop and implement board approved personnel policies
Ensure proper hiring and termination procedures ensured by law and organizational policy
Direct supervision of managers and oversee all disciplinary actions
Provide adequate supervision and evaluation of all staff and volunteers
Encourage staff and volunteer development and education
Technology
Develop and implement a technology migration path designed to improve efficiency and effectiveness of services.
Assure technological compliance with HIPAA and other confidentiality requirements.
Implement technologies that support integration of the organization internally and externally; client integration with service providers; effective use of clinical staff time; effective use of administrative staff time.
Assure that the organization remains in compliance with all software licensing agreements.
Manage data as a corporate resource, both safe and accessible.
Assure that corporate data is stored and housed appropriately, including backup, security, and accessibility.
Clinical Management
Establish clinical philosophy and direction for the organization.
Maintain awareness personally and organizationally of clinical trends, directions, and best practices including, among others, harm reduction, trauma informed care, and co-occurring disorder treatment.
Assure that all treatment provided is consistent with evidence-based practices.
Define, measure, and report clinical outcomes.
Establish and report on quality measures not encompassed by “outcomes”.
Manage clinical staff, assuring appropriate training and development.
Maintain compliance with all staffing standards (CARF, DDAP…), including client/clinician ratios, required qualifications, and required training