Program Manager: Regional Outpatient and Youth Programs

Area Substance Abuse Council•Cedar Rapids, IA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Program Manager for Regional Outpatient and Youth Programs, you will oversee and manage substance use disorder outpatient services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality treatment programs under the direction of the Senior Outpatient Director. This role involves direct supervision of clinical and support staff, as well as providing direct patient care. The Program Manager is responsible for the coordination, evaluation, and enhancement of clinical services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

Requirements

Bachelors degree and three years of experience in Substance Abuse Counseling, Social Work, Human Services, Counseling or a related field.
Alternatively, hold a CADC in tandem with an associate's degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience working in the substance abuse field and/or mental health field.
Certification from the IBC is required within 18 months of hire.
Ability to maintain a valid driver's license and retain an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) in accordance with the organization's background check policy.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Senior Outpatient Director in formulation and organization of the overall approach of the delivery of treatment services, ensuring effective implementation of the program's policies and procedures through collaboration with other ASAC employees.
Evaluate program effectiveness, systems, and formulate recommendations for improvement.
Ensure program compliance with the state licensing standards and CARF requirements.
Maintain a program schedule that meets the minimum of hours of direct service requirements. Establish and maintain patient service goals for the program on an annual basis.
Assist the Senior Director in providing clinical supervision, training, and guidance to counselors in delivering high-quality treatment and recovery support services to patients.
Collaborate with the Senior Director to ensure that proper clinical record keeping occurs within established time frames and according to ASAC’s procedures.
Conduct clinical file reviews and facilitate follow-up action items. Ensure that each patient record is an honest and complete reflection of the services provided by ASAC staff.
Select relevant group topics and discussion areas. Lead groups or assign specific counselors to facilitate or co-facilitate groups.
Establish and maintain referral linkages with all state substance use disorder programs, United Way agencies, local organizations and other ASAC programs to ensure a consistent referral base.
Intervene in crisis situations where the welfare or reputation of the program may be adversely affected by staff or patient behavior.
Coordinate intern participation and observation days as required.
Safely operate a vehicle for job-related travel, such as transporting patients, attending off-site meetings, and visiting community partners or service locations.