Program Director

Ascension Recovery Services•Muncie, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Indiana Treatment Centers, in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services (ARS), is expanding access to high-quality, person-centered substance use disorder treatment across Indiana. Our newest location in Muncie, Indiana, is scheduled to open in Spring/Summer 2026, and we are seeking an experienced, mission-driven Program Director to lead this facility through pre-opening, launch, and ongoing program excellence. This is a hands-on leadership role for a healthcare professional who understands substance use disorder treatment operations, regulatory compliance, and how to build strong teams while balancing clinical quality, culture, and performance. Why This Role Matters Foundational Leadership: Help stand up and stabilize Indiana Treatment Centers’ newest location. Clinical & Operational Impact: Your leadership directly influences patient outcomes, staff engagement, and program quality. Autonomy with Support: Own day-to-day program operations while partnering closely with ARS executive leadership. Growth Opportunity: Competitive compensation, benefits, and advancement within a growing multi-state organization.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, healthcare, or human services required. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be considered in lieu of direct behavioral health experience.
Strong working knowledge of residential and/or outpatient treatment programs.
Experience with regulatory compliance and accreditation standards (Joint Commission experience strongly preferred).
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage change, and drive program performance.
Excellent communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership for clinical, recovery, and program staff.
Recruit, onboard, coach, and retain high-performing team members.
Foster a trauma-informed, accountable, and mission-aligned workplace culture.
Oversee performance management, coaching, and corrective action processes.
Oversee a team of Recovery Support Specialists.
Direct daily program operations to ensure safety, quality, and consistency of care.
Implement and enforce policies, procedures, and workflows aligned with ARS standards.
Partner with clinical leadership to ensure evidence-based, individualized treatment delivery.
Support staffing plans, scheduling, and program-level operational needs.
Participate in pre-opening planning, readiness activities, and go-live execution.
Ensure compliance with Indiana licensing requirements, Joint Commission standards, and all applicable regulations.
Maintain survey readiness and documentation integrity across all program areas.
Oversee incident reporting, investigations, corrective action plans, and grievance resolution.
Uphold patient rights, confidentiality, and ethical standards at all times.
Collaborate with ARS leadership, admissions, and clinical teams to support census growth and continuity of care.
Serve as a visible leader within the facility and a professional representative in the local community.
Support referral relationships and community outreach efforts as needed.