We are a residential treatment services organization designed to serve individuals and families with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our program helps clients address addiction and related issues, increase skills, manage stressors, connect to supportive service, and build a foundation for lasting recovery.

Job Overview

Seeking a Program Manager for a 120-bed women's perinatal program located in North San Diego County. There are 11 withdrawal management beds, and 109 residential beds. The Program Director I/II is a licensed or licensed eligible professional who is responsible for the clinical oversight of day-to-day operations of the Residential program. The Program Director I/II is responsible to ensure high quality, safe services while working closely with the Managing Director and on-site leadership to support staff in maximizing contracts. The Program Director I/II will demonstrate ownership, leadership, and strategic thinking and will demonstrate skills to motivate and inspire high performance.

The Program Director I/II will provide clinical supervision to all direct service staff which may include group and/or individual clinical supervision in a safe and supportive environment for staff, students, and participants. The Program Director I/II may be asked to assist with the delivery of direct services that may include clinical assessments, individual, family, and group behavioral health services. The Program Director I/II will also support the program with the provision of clinical trainings. The Program Director I/II will also be available to staff for clinical consultations and will be part of the Manager On Call rotation. S/he acts as a liaison between the agency and outside organizations, linking clients with the appropriate resources to meet their health, mental health, and human service needs.

Education and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Education and Experience: Ideally California licensure at minimum for 2 years as a Psychologist, LMFT or LCSW with at least 2 years’ experience in providing clinical supervision OR license eligible OR certified SUD Counselor.
• Must have at least 3 years of management experience.
• Experience in working with people with co-occurring disorders.
• Experience working in criminal justice populations.
• Familiarity with trauma informed therapy models, cognitive–behavioral therapy, brief psychotherapy and psycho-educational approaches.
• Familiarity with working with psychotic and other severe mental health presentations.
• Background Clearance Required: Must not be on active parole or probation, clear with OIG database.
• Knowledge Required: Strong clinical skills with a solid background in behavioral health services, including both substance use and mental health disorders.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices.
• Culturally competent and able to work with a diverse population.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word Outlook and internet applications.
• Experience working successfully with issues of substance abuse, mental health, criminal background, and other potential barriers to economic self sufficiency.
• Skills and Abilities Required: Passion, determination, and commitment to organization mission.
• Self-motivated, dependable, creative, and proactive approach to work; understand the importance of working independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to enter data into various electronic systems while maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the data.
• Strategic thinker with proven track record of initiating, implementing, and executing on projects.
• Able to communicate well at all levels of the organization including working with organization leadership and high-level representatives of partner organizations.
• Able to work within a frequently changing project scope while maintaining overall direction and structured priorities.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

In compliance with the California Department of Public Health's mandate, all employees must be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Medical and religious exemptions are available.