Program/Clinical Director (LCSW/MCAP/CCJAP/CAP/LMHC/LMFT)

Who is Gateway Foundation?

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards.

Why join us?

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, while embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections

Perks of working in correctional healthcare:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized population
• Exposure to diverse patient demographics
• Focus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving care
• Development of skills in a unique healthcare setting

Program Director - Corrections - Substance Abuse Treatment

Location: Century Correctional Institution - 400 Tedder Road - Century, FL, US, 32535

Position Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30AM-4:00PM

Compensation (based on experience and credentials):

• Range begins at $86,823-97,242 annually
• ***5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available***
• Management Incentive Compensation Plan (MICP): You will be eligible to participate in the Management Incentive Compensation Plan (MICP) in the next fiscal year 2024 based on the organization’s business results and your individual performance. You are eligible to receive up to 15% of your annual base salary.
• Gateway Foundation does annual reviews including compensation evaluation and increase based on performance.

What You Will Do:

• Oversees the integration of clinical services and milieu management (client supervision) to support program goals.
• Meets with supervisors, managers, vendors, department officials, or other entities to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
• Provides integration effort updates to higher level management with recommendations for cross functional initiatives.
• Audits, monitors, evaluates assigned program services and results to ensure contractual and licensure compliance, as well as compliance with business, health, safety, environmental, and employee relations regulations and laws. Initiates corrective actions to meet specifications for quality, quantity, schedule and cost.
• Oversees client services by, auditing client records, reviewing client recommended discharge plans, and conducting client case reviews to ensure consistent and timely documentation of reports and investigations.
• Develops program budget projections, monitors and approves expenditures, and initiates corrective actions to resolve variances. Reviews financial reports including contract utilization and income and expenses to ensure accuracy and budgetary and contractual compliance.
• Prepares regular and special reports or analyses on financial status and program results and activities, for review and use by managers and executives in planning and evaluating program activities, services, and results.
• Assists management in developing and refining program policies and procedures; and research, planning, securing approval of, and implementing new or enhanced program services per contract to ensure maximum utilization of unit treatment resources.
• Manages and leads assigned personnel to promote commitment to organization philosophy and mission, and continuous professional growth and development of staff.
• Interviews, hires, evaluates work performance, disciplines and discharges subordinate staff.
• Assists managers in resolving complex employee relations problems and approves appropriate recommendations for personnel actions.
• Responsible for quality control of the programs and services across several facilities in the assigned area.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any of the social sciences, criminal justice, public health, or business administration. Master’s degree in psychology, social work, mental health or substance abuse counseling, or closely related field, preferred
• Two (2) years of relevant experience in a therapeutic community setting or management experience as a Program Director / Clinical Supervisor with successful completion of TC experiential training; or a combination of equivalent education and life experience
• One of the following is required: Current Certified Addictions Professional (CAP); or Masters Certified Addictions Counselor (MCAP); or Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional (CCJAP) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Valid local driver’s license, insurance and good driving record required. Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Strong knowledge of health administration regulations and standards, program funding and financing, and applicable laws and regulations; in-depth knowledge of management theories and techniques
• Strong communication skills to exchange information and interact with treatment team, clients, client families and outside vendors and agencies
• Working knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations governing health records confidentiality
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong critical thinking, high level persuasion and negotiation and presentation skills
• High level problem-solving and analytical abilities to organize, plan and direct activities and operations within assigned geographical area
• Ability to organize, evaluate, plan effective administration and operation of diverse programs and services dispersed across a geographic region

Benefits at Gateway Foundation:

Health and Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
• Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Gateway
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• ***$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS***

Flexibility and Time Off:

• 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
• 9 paid company holidays
• Work-life-balance

Personal Development:

• Training & Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
• eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training
• Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $86,823.00 - $97,242.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supervising: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CCJAP or CAP or MCAP or LCSW or LMFT or LMHC (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Century, FL 32535-3659: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $5,250 - $97,242