What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at OKCYC?
Overview
Program Director – Residential Treatment Facility
The Program Director will oversee a Residential Treatment Facility that serves youth with behavioral and emotional challenges. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing and implementing programmatic strategies for the youth, including behavior management and trauma-informed care, while ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The Program Director is also responsible for the oversight and monitoring of treatment plans, treatment approaches and ensuring compliance with licensing regulations, providing direct, hands-on training and support to staff members. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to youth development, and a deep understanding of trauma-informed practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the daily operations of the residential program.
- Design, implement, and evaluate treatment plans tailored to the individual needs of youth with complex emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to residential treatment services.
- Stay up-to-date with best practices in trauma-informed care, behavioral health interventions, and youth development strategies.
- Build strong, positive relationships with youth residents, serving as an advocate for their needs and well-being.
- Foster a structured environment that prioritizes safety, personal growth, and positive interactions for youth.
- Collaborate with clinical teams to address behavioral issues, providing guidance on intervention techniques.
- Train and support staff in behavioral intervention techniques to de-escalate situations and promote positive behavioral outcomes.
- Lead monthly staff meetings, providing opportunities for professional development and training in crisis management, youth engagement, and therapeutic intervention.
- Provide ongoing coaching and support to staff to ensure alignment with the organization's goals and values.
- Foster a collaborative, supportive work environment that encourages staff to develop their skills and maintain high performance standards.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the facility, including staff scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Ensure compliance with licensing and accreditation standards, including health and safety regulations.
- Monitor and manage the program’s budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost-effective service delivery.
- Prepare and submit required reports, including incident reports, performance metrics, and program evaluations.
- Serve as the primary liaison with external stakeholders, including parents/guardians, government agencies, and community partners.
- Provide crisis intervention and support as needed, ensuring the physical and emotional safety of all youth.
OKCYC Mission
Here at OKCYC we provide treatment solutions that make a long-lasting difference in the youth we serve. Our mission is to maximize student learning, utilize a unique credit recovery program and create opportunities.
Success is achieved when we enable clients to gain increased self-esteem, self-awareness, self-confidence, self-reliance, and self-management.
At OKCYC, we provide our clients with the most experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals. Our team of professionals consist of a Clinical Director, multiple Licensed Therapist, Two Psychiatrists, Nurses, and a Behavior Analyst. Our team of professionals collaborate in order to create treatment plans that allow us to serve youth with different and individualized needs. Our agency employs over 300 individuals that dedicate their work to our youth succeeding every day.
We believe in being available when others aren’t.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Norman, OK 73071: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000