Temporary Program Director (53645)

Westcare • Stockton, CA

2d

About The Position

The Program Director provides clinical and administrative programmatic leadership and oversight for the program and coordinates client care in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to facilitate services. The role includes supervising program operations, coordinating with internal and external partners, supporting grant and research activities, overseeing staff development and quality assurance, and monitoring budgets, compliance, reporting, and required data submissions.

The position is based primarily in a residential treatment facility, with some outdoor activities. The director participates in daily shift exchanges, documents and reviews the facility log, and must be available on call for emergencies or program coverage as needed. The role also requires physical activity, including standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, occasional lifting and carrying of up to 25 pounds, and the ability to use approved physical and verbal de-escalation techniques. Appropriate personal protective equipment is available for potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; alternatively, five years of documented experience demonstrating administrative responsibility in substance abuse treatment or recovery for the criminal justice population.
• At least three years of supervisory experience, with knowledge of program performance indicators.
• Management and administrative experience and capabilities.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency, substance abuse, and personality dynamics of people with substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Basic computer skills and good documentation skills.
• Adherence to high ethical standards, especially confidentiality standards.
• Professional appearance and demeanor, and sensitivity to populations served.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the LEIE.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare vehicle insurance.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
• Ability to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation, including mobility and physical activity, occasional lifting and carrying of up to 25 pounds, and use of computer and telephone systems.
• Ability to use approved physical and mental/verbal de-escalation techniques to defend oneself and clients in abusive situations.
• Ability to collect and analyze complex numerical, written, and verbal information to reach logical conclusions.
• Ability to cooperate and communicate with clients, coworkers, managers, the public, and employees at all levels.
• Ability to work under stress and in emotionally charged settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership and supervision to the program and its operations.
• Act as a liaison for the Deputy Administrator and external groups and agencies to promote inter-organizational collaboration, including attending Board and Advisory Board meetings as required.
• Act as a liaison to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
• Assist with grant planning and initiation of potential funding opportunities when required.
• Participate in the design and implementation of research, including program evaluation and outcome studies.
• Arrange staff development, education, and training activities.
• Implement Quality Assurance and Utilization Review systems to monitor treatment-system effectiveness.
• Assist in developing and implementing program fiscal and budgetary tracking systems, and oversee operating budgets and program fiscal expenditures.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with agency standards, contractual guidelines, and state and federal regulations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor procedures to meet agency policies and contract-management requirements, including preparing comprehensive reports for funding or agency sources.
• Ensure required data is submitted to the CDCR and the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs.
• Participate in daily shift exchange, document in the facility log at the end of shifts, and thoroughly review the log at the start of shifts.
• Be available on call for emergencies or program coverage as needed.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager