Regional Program Director

Woods Services • East Brunswick, NJ

111d • $75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as part of our Diversion Support Services & Outpatient program. The Diversion Support Services program works with individuals who are incarcerated in Middlesex County and released under bail reform to link them to services, including housing, financial assistance, physical health, and mental health services. The program uses a peer-focused and strengths-based model to transform consumers from surviving to thriving. The ideal candidate will provide individual therapy services, maintain a caseload of up to 20 consumers, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of high-quality mental health care.

Requirements

• MSW from an accredited school of social work or a Master’s in counseling or related behavioral health field.
• Minimum one year in program management and one year in case management required.
• Clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive an agency vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational oversight of the Criminal Justice Reform (CJR) Mental Health Pilot Diversion Program and all assigned mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) outpatient services.
• Oversee daily operations of the CJR Mental Health Diversion Program across assigned counties.
• Supervise clinical and support staff, ensuring timely service delivery and compliance with DMHAS, HIPAA, and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Coordinate screenings, evaluations, and connections to housing, psychiatric care, and legal supports.
• Serve as the primary liaison with courts, jails, and legal partners.
• Monitor program performance, submit required reports, and guide quality improvement efforts.
• Promote trauma-informed, culturally competent care and ensure staff are trained in diversion protocols and documentation standards.

Benefits

• 3.2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year
• Medical, vision, dental and life insurance
• 403(b) employee participation and employer match
• 9 Agency-paid holidays
• Training opportunities provided throughout the year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Master's degree