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Program Director

Job Details

Job Location

Newport - 219 East Broadway - Newport, TN

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$55000.00 - $65000.00 Salary/year

Description

Position 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 of their assigned project(s). 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 reports—reporting to the Regional Administrator on a regular basis;• Works to enhance the scope and size of services within assigned area(s);• 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 designated staff on a yearly basis, recommending pay and position changes as necessary;• Identified media outlets and methods of communication with the community;• Works to secure additional funds for program activities in collaboration with WestCare grant-writing staff and state leadership;• Oversees facility upkeep, including the ordering of supplies and ensuring compliance with health, fire, and other regulatory standards;08/31/21PS• 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 WestCare’s 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;• Divides time between multiple grants, (including both local and federal), and acts as the “Project Director” for designated grants;• 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.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:Certifications/Licensures:• Relevant licensure and/or certification preferred. Preference will be given to certified candidates;• Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s 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 preferred;• Graduation from an accredited master’s level program is preferred;• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.Experience and Competencies:• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in a comparable role required;• At least two (2) years of experience in a leadership role with direct reports required;• At least one (1) year of experience in behavioral health, social services, or related industry required;• 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;08/31/21PS• 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;