Program Director - Cayuga Addiction and Recovery Services Outpatient SUD

Company Description

Cayuga Health, A Member of Centralus Health, is a health-care network formed by the merger of Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca and Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls. The network provides comprehensive, community-centered care across the Finger Lakes and central New York regions.

Role Description

As we expand our substance use disorder (SUD) programming, we are seeking a dynamic Program Director to lead, develop, and grow our outpatient services. This is a unique opportunity for a self-starter to shape the future of a critical program, ensuring operational excellence while delivering exceptional care..

The Program Director for the CARS Outpatient SUD program in Cortland, NY will oversee daily operations and lead the continued growth of our expanding outpatient services. Working closely with executive leadership, this individual will take initiative in identifying opportunities, solving complex challenges, and implementing innovative solutions to meet the needs of the community.

The ideal candidate is an experienced and self-motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at fostering collaboration, and is dedicated to improving outcomes for individuals with substance use disorders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Must be a qualified health professional working within their scope of practice. This includes, but is not limited to, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC).
• Must have at least 3 years of full-time clinical work experience in the substance use disorder field, with at least 1 year of supervisory experience prior to appointment.
• Must have progressive leadership background, excellent communication skills, independent, self-starter, excellent problem- solving ability and experience working with people with substance use disorder. Familiarity with strength-based leadership models and practices a plus.
• General understanding of NYS Insurance standards, OASAS admission criteria and regulations including, but not limited to, 822.
• General principles and practices of personnel management, supervision, and leadership development. General knowledge of the physical, mental, emotional, and social ramifications of substance abuse; general knowledge of substance abuse counseling techniques, group dynamics and techniques of conduction of psycho-educational and therapy groups; general understanding of the principles of adult learning; interviewing techniques; generally accepted crisis intervention techniques

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Master's degree in related healthcare field with knowledge of treatment of substance use and mental health disorders.
• 5 years of supervisory experience in behavioral health services administration or related field.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Onsite - Cortland, NY

Pay Disclosure:

• $70,000 to $90,000 Annually

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

 If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at mtheodorou@cayugamed.org or apply directly at:

https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/cayugahealthsystem/jobs/3611092-994009