PROGRAM MANAGER of TREATMENT SERVICES (PROBATION BUILDING)

Remedies•Rockford, IL

About The Position

The Program Manager of Treatment Services is responsible for delivering assessments and intakes, individual and group counseling, and related services to outpatient and intensive outpatient clients with drug or alcohol problems. The position maintains a caseload and provides support services to clients, while supervising the work of others. The role works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The position provides substance abuse treatment services, monitors client progress and records, supports discharge and aftercare planning, and responds to high-risk events. It also supports program operations through reporting, staff instruction and evaluation, meetings, training, and scheduled officer-of-the-day or counselor-on-call duties.

Requirements

Appropriate CADC certification is required.
One year of full-time experience providing substance abuse treatment.
Knowledge of therapeutic methods, principles, and practices.
Skills in training and supervising employees.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.
Skills in planning, developing, and implementing individualized therapeutic treatment plans.
Ability to show sincere interest in working with the patient population and to treat patients with care and respect.
Ability to assume responsibility and follow directions.
Basic computer skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Services is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive alcohol and/or drug assessments for potential patients.
Evaluate patient needs and develop individualized treatment plans with measurable and attainable goals.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to maximize successful outcomes.
Provide regularly scheduled individual and group counseling to assigned patients.
Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely clinical records and documentation.
Provide outreach, consultation, prevention, and treatment services as indicated by contracts and program needs.
Engage in appropriate discharge and aftercare planning with patients.
Monitor same-sex urine drops as scheduled.
Attend staff meetings and participate in other program or agency meetings as requested.
Attend required meetings with probation.
Participate in in-service and extramural training and/or continuing education as requested.
Identify and respond to high-risk events or behaviors that could jeopardize clients and/or staff.
Prepare program reports quarterly.
Supervise others, assist with instruction in program methods and procedures, and complete staff evaluations as required.
Serve as officer of the day and/or counselor on call when scheduled.
Perform other duties as required or requested by the supervisor.
Promote a positive and pleasant workplace attitude that furthers the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values.