Treatment Director

MnTC•Buffalo, MN

About The Position

Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge is seeking a Treatment Director for Lakeside’s licensed adolescent residential program. The director oversees program operations and compliance with Minnesota Statutes 245G, Minnesota Rules 2960, DHS, The Joint Commission, Host County requirements, and MnTC policy, working closely with the Center Director and Program Manager. The role calls for strong clinical judgment, experience working with adolescent boys, and the ability to build a consistent, compassionate team. The Treatment Director guides individualized treatment and discharge planning within Lakeside’s 3–9 month model, carries an adolescent client caseload, and provides individual counseling and group therapy. The position leads risk assessment, crisis response, and safety planning; supervises and develops clinical staff; supports safe and compliant staffing; maintains required policies, records, training documentation, and state reporting; and oversees chemical use curriculum and consultation services. The director also collaborates with families, schools, probation officers, referral sources, and other providers, and completes ongoing education and required training.

Requirements

Current Minnesota LADC license and a bachelor’s degree.
Meet counselor and staff requirements under Minnesota Statutes 245G and 245G.11 and Rule 2960.
At least 5 years in the addiction field, including at least 3 years of individual and group SUD counseling and at least 1 year counseling adolescents.
At least 30 classroom hours in adolescent development and 150 supervised hours of adolescent alcohol and drug counseling.
Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, treatment planning, Rule 2960, mandatory reporting, confidentiality, client rights, and ethics.
At least 21 years old with at least 2 years of freedom from problematic substance use.
Pass a DHS background study under Chapters 245C and 245G and complete required training before providing direct care.
Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record if driving is required.
Adolescent treatment experience with substance use, co-occurring mental health concerns, trauma, and behavioral challenges, preferably in a residential setting.
Clinical leadership that builds accountability, professional growth, and team cohesion.
Trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate care that builds skills and relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
Sound judgment in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and safety planning.
Ability to provide faith-integrated care supporting Lakeside’s Christ-centered mission while respecting boys with differing beliefs.
Visible, approachable leadership: presence in the program, responsiveness to concerns, and calm, consistent conduct.
Alignment with MnTC’s Culture of Honor, core values, and Putting Honor in Action principles.

Nice To Haves

Co-occurring licensure or credential, such as an LADC paired with a mental health license like LPCC or LICSW.
Prior work with adolescent boys, ideally in a residential treatment setting.
Prior clinical leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Guide individualized treatment and discharge planning within Lakeside’s 3–9 month model, including family involvement and continuity of care.
Carry a caseload of adolescent clients and provide individual counseling and group therapy.
Lead risk assessment, crisis response, and safety planning, and communicate monitoring needs across shifts.
Supervise, coach, and evaluate clinical staff; conduct annual reviews and address performance concerns.
Monitor staffing levels and coverage to support safe, compliant operations.
Maintain policies, documentation, training records, and timely state reporting, including DAANES, to meet 245G, Rule 2960, and Host County requirements.
Oversee chemical use curriculum and maintain medical, mental health, and medication consultation services.
Strengthen procedures and documentation, evaluate outcomes, and help staff implement changes.
Partner with parents, guardians, schools, probation officers, referral sources, and other providers.
Complete continuing education to maintain LADC licensure and attend required trainings and meetings.