Program Director-OA542801

The Program Director is responsible for the overall operation and for the coordination of all therapeutic services.   Responsible for personnel management, fiscal operations, inventory management, recipient services, safety and welfare of recipients, hiring and training of personnel, directing and coordinating the activities of the staff, and administration of the program.  Establishes clinical procedures and policies for recipients and ensures that program operations meet or exceed agency and regulatory guidelines.  Ensures adherence to program philosophy and regulations.

• →Attend division meetings and planning meetings, as required.
• →May be responsible for facility maintenance and reports needed repairs to the Director of Real Property Operations.
• →May review drafts, procedures, and job descriptions.
• →May be involved in hosting visitors from community, regulatory offices, and/or other agencies.
• →May be chairperson or a member of an agency or division committee(s).
• →Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This is a management position that reports to a Cluster Director or Executive Director of a Division depending on the internal organizational structure of the Division.  Required to coordinate activities within the divisional cluster and with departments in the Administration Division.

• Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals.
• Knowledge of mental health legislation and the ability to lead a multi-disciplinary staff of professionals and paraprofessionals in providing treatment and rehabilitative services.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, delegate tasks, and check on the completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to manage resources, which includes money, material, time, and people.

• Ability to prioritize, think logically and follow procedures and instructions.
• Position requires flexibility with hours, may require after-hour calls.

• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with auditors, regulatory bodies, clients, staff, colleagues, public, other agencies and their staff and third-party insurance personnel.
• Must have an excellent understanding of state and city OASAS/DOH/ OMH) regulations.
• Must have knowledge of third party and managed care requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Successful track record of leading diverse interdisciplinary staff is essential.

• Position requires flexibility with hours, may require after-hour calls.

• Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals.
• Knowledge of mental health legislation and the ability to lead a multi-disciplinary staff of professionals and paraprofessionals in providing treatment and rehabilitative services.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, delegate tasks, and check on the completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to manage resources, which includes money, material, time, and people.

• Ability to prioritize, think logically and follow procedures and instructions.
• Position requires flexibility with hours, may require after-hour calls.

• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with auditors, regulatory bodies, clients, staff, colleagues, public, other agencies and their staff and third-party insurance personnel.
• Must have an excellent understanding of state and city OASAS/DOH/ OMH) regulations.
• Must have knowledge of third party and managed care requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Successful track record of leading diverse interdisciplinary staff is essential.

• Position requires flexibility with hours, may require after-hour calls.

Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker with current, valid NYS registration.   The condition of continuing employment is that licensure is maintained.  Possession of a CASAC may also be required based on specific program and funder mandates. Training and Experience: 3 years minimum clinical experience (with children, adolescents, and adults).  1 year minimum progressive administrative and/or supervisory experience.

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