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Program Director

MISSION STATEMENT: Fairview Recovery Services, Inc. provides a therapeutic environment that assists individuals with substance use disorder with living independent, healthy, and productive lives by providing a continuum of individualized care and services through patient centered treatment planning by our dedicated staff.

As a member of the Fairview Team and an integral part of a culturally diverse work environment, candidates must be able to promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the racial and ethnic individuals FRS serves.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE POSITION: This position requires strong supervisory abilities and expertise in case management, client advocacy, and community networking. The incumbent serves as a leader within the Program and works under the clinical and administrative supervision of the Clinical Director. Considerable independence is afforded for the exercise of sound judgment and discretion in implementing established policies and procedures. The Program Director performs additional related duties as assigned.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Maintain communication with the Admissions Coordinator regarding intakes and discharges;
Provide clinical supervision for assigned staff.
Assess the training needs of case managers and counselor assistants and develop training plans for staff by observing groups and individuals.
Supervise the evaluations/assessments conducted by each staff.
Develop and implement staff orientation program.
Participate in quality assurance utilization review and special review activities;
Coordinate client flow through the case management process with attention to delivery of quality services and continuous patient progress throughout the rehabilitation process.
Review all patient records for compliance with program policies and supervise staff record keeping practices.
Participate in the process of recruiting, selecting, hiring, evaluating performance, and scheduling of staff.
Participate in other community agency meetings as needed for purposes of networking and building and maintaining communication.
Other Program Administrative duties as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 1) Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations pertinent to the operation of the program.

2) Thorough knowledge of the components of the comprehensive treatment/service needs of the program’s patients.

3) Thorough knowledge of the resources available in the community to serve patients.

4) Knowledge of the principles and practices of clinical and general supervision.

5) Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate program services and staff.

6) Ability to communicate effectively.

7) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with professionals, community groups, and government officials.

8) Ability to prepare comprehensive written proposals and reports on programmatic, budget, regulatory, legal, and other management functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be certified with a Qualified Health Care Provider (QHP) credential (CASAC A, LMSW, CRC, RN, etc) AND Certified OASAS Clinical Supervisor.

A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or N.Y. State registered four (4) year college or university with a bachelor’s degree (or master's degree) in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field and five (5) years of experience in a chemical dependency/SUD program; AND certified as an Advanced CASAC or other QHP, with a certification in OASAS Clinical Supervision.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with less than three (3) points and a good driving record.

Pay: $56,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

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