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Program Director - Substance Use & Co-Occurring…
- Westchester Jewish Community Services (Mount Vernon, NY)
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Overview
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is the largest community outpatient mental health provider in Westchester County, dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. Across every division, WJCS employees are connected by their shared values and commitment to helping those in need.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Director to lead the administrative and clinical operations of our Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment Program. This role oversees services across our OMH and dually licensed OASAS/OMH CCBHC clinics.
This is a full-time, hybrid position with a starting salary range of $90,000 to $110,000. The work location is flexible and can be based out of our Hartsdale, Yonkers, or Mt. Vernon clinics.
Responsibilities:
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
+ Promote WJCS’ Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment Program to ensure consistent referrals and full program capacity.
+ Conduct trainings and informational workshops for staff and the community.
+ Monitor and coordinate client admissions and discharges, ensuring program responsiveness, timely program enrollment, and capacity; Respond to and track service inquiries from clients, families, hospitals, providers, and community partners.
+ Provide clinical and administrative supervision to staff, including monitoring and managing staff productivity.
+ Ensure accurate documentation, billing, and reporting in compliance with agency and regulatory standards (OMH, OASAS, SAMHSA) and grant deliverables.
+ Hire, train, and supervise clinicians and other team members delivering evidence-based practices tailored to client needs.
+ Lead team and consultation meetings for OASAS, Encompass, and school-based Encompass programs.
+ Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements (CCBHC, OMH, OASAS, CMS, SAMHSA).
+ Serve as a liaison with community, government, and social service partners.
+ Develop and implement clinical policies and procedures in collaboration with agency staff.
+ Deliver individual, family, and group therapy services.
Requirements:
We are seeking candidates who possess the following:
+ LCSW or Ph.D. from an accredited university/college.
+ Minimum of three years clinical experience working with clients and their families around substance use and mental health concerns.
+ Minimum of three years administrative and/or supervisory experience, including experience with public speaking.
+ Deep understanding of comprehensive evidence-based best practices to assist individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns.
What WJCS has to offer you:
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
+ Generous paid time off
+ Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
+ 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan
+ Ongoing Professional Development and Training
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Disability and life insurance
+ Staff appreciation events and employee mental health & wellness initiatives
+ Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements
WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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