Program Director: Oak Street - 7257

CHR Career•Willimantic, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oak Street is a 10-bed co-ed transitional living program for adults with Substance Use Disorders in Willimantic. Clients are required to attend outpatient treatment and have a discharge plan while in the program. The program accepts clients with co-occurring disorders and those on MAT.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in mental health related field.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with identified population.
Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for education in some programs.

Nice To Haves

Two years of supervisory experience in a behavioral health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direction and leadership within the Team.
Ensures clients receive services that are focused on presenting problems and clients’ request for treatment.
Directs crisis intervention efforts and intervenes as required.
Monitors client meetings, admission, continued stay and discharge criteria.
Reviews caseloads regularly to ensure appropriate utilization of services.
Oversees hiring, training, and performance management of staff within the program.
Facilitates team meetings.
Participates in internal and external meetings as needed by program and agency.
Ensures client, program and agency documentation is completed in a timely manner and according to program, agency, funder and accreditation/licensing standards.
Acts as primary point person for program and provides back up coverage as needed by program and agency.
Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
Will collaborate across teams and divisions to improve quality, workflow, and communication to improve efficiency and general outcomes.
Ensures timely completion of reports.
Oversees completion of chart audits.
Ensures completion of insurance authorization for services rendered as necessary.
Develop and executes marketing plan for program as needed.
On call coverage during and after program hours as assigned.
Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
Participates in committees to improve agency service delivery and quality improvement.
Responsible for program budgets and productivity expectations.
Ensures compliance with regulating bodies.
Additional duties as required.

Benefits

health insurance
ample paid time off (including your birthday!)
employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan
competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto
Tuition reimbursement
professional development programs
exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
Career development opportunities
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!