Program Director (MAT)
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Program Director (MAT)Job DetailsJob LocationDandridge - 207 W Main - Dandridge, TNPosition TypeFull TimeEducation Level4 Year DegreeSalary Range$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/yearTravel PercentageUp to 50%Job ShiftDayJob CategoryManagementDescriptionPosition Summary:The Program Director serves as a member of the State Leadership team and works to ensure the delivery of quality services. This role provides leadership to program staff and coordinates the day-to-day operations WestCare Tennessees Medication Assisted Treatment program. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.Essential Job Functions:+ Provides managerial, programmatic, and operational leadership to program staff under the guidance of the Regional Administrator;+ Implements and maintains methods for ensuring continuous and ongoing excellence in service quality and contract compliance;+ Develops and maintains positive working relationships and partnerships with federal, state, regulatory, and funding, and other bodies;+ Effectively implements and produces regular programmatic, budgetary, and management reportsreporting to the Regional Administrator on a regular basis;+ Serves as a mentor for program staff, offering coaching and guidance where needed;+ Collaborates with the Regional Administrator and state HR Representative to hire and retain talent, process disciplinary occurrences, and ensure compliance with agency policies and procedures;+ Reviews the performance of staff on a yearly basis, recommending pay and position changes as necessary;+ Identified media outlets and methods of communication with the community;+ Oversees facility upkeep, including the ordering of supplies and ensuring compliance with health, fire, and other regulatory standards;+ Acts as a liaison between WestCare and external agencies;+ Supports designated staff by being on call for emergencies on a 24hr basis and responding to emergency situations in a way that is consistent with WestCares policies, procedures, and ethical standards;+ Actively works to ensure a positive working environment for all staff;+ Assists the Regional Administrator in management, administrative, compliance, and funding-related activities as required;+ Reviews the MAT clinical partway;+ Ensures staff accurately track hours worked, reviewing and approving timecards on a regular basis;+ Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;+ Performs any other duties as assigned.QualificationsCertifications/Licensures:+ Relevant licensure and/or certification preferred.Preference will be given to certified candidates;+ Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.Education:+ Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or field related to the position is required;+ Graduation from an accredited masters level program is preferred;Experience and Competencies:+ At least five (5) years of experience in the behavioral health/substance abuse recovery field required;+ At least two (2) years in a leadership role preferred;+ Experience working as a Project Director or equivalent within a federally-funded grant preferred;+ Knowledge of the criminal justice system is required;+ Excellent communication skills required;+ Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;+ Ability to work well in a team environment required;+ Ability to adhere to the highest standard of ethical conduct and confidentiality required;+ Professional appearance and demeanor required;+ Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served;+ Intake and assessment experience is highly preferred;Working Conditions:+ Work is primarily performed in an office or indoor setting;+ Some outdoor activities and travel to multiple locationswillbe required;+ Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.