Director of Adult Treatment Services

About the role

The Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) is seeking a Director of Adult Treatment Services to join its Team in Santa Barbara.

This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits, offering an opportunity to make a real difference in the Santa Barbara County community while working in a collaborative, supportive environment.

About CADA

Since 1949, the Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) has been Santa Barbara County’s trusted partner in behavioral health, substance use treatment, and prevention education. We are a progressive, trauma-informed nonprofit that believes recovery happens through compassion, connection, and community.

Our multidisciplinary team includes therapists, social workers, alcohol and drug counselors, and case managers who share one mission: to help every client heal, grow, and thrive. Many of our staff are in recovery themselves and bring lived experience, empathy, and hope to their work every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of therapists, counselors, and program staff serving adults in our community.
• Oversee all aspects of CADA’s adult treatment programs, ensuring the highest quality of trauma-informed, client-centered care.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to develop program strategy, policies, and outcomes that align with CADA’s mission and Medi-Cal/BWell requirements.
• Build strong partnerships with community organizations, and health agencies to support prevention and intervention efforts.
• Manage program budgets, data tracking, and reporting to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and team-based environment that values professional growth and holistic care.

Requirements

• Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), Clinical Psychologist, or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or AOD Certification plus pursuit of Clinical Licensure.
• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• A minimum of Two (2) years of experience in Staff Supervision and Program Management required.
• Experience working in a Non-Profit preferred.
• Prior experience in overseeing evidence-based substance use disorder (SUD) treatment programs preferred.
• Previous experience in developing and implementing therapeutic programming for adults preferred.
• Deep understanding of trauma-informed, evidence-based, and culturally responsive treatment approaches.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams with empathy, clarity, and purpose.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

In compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services, staff require an up-to-date Tuberculosis test during the duration of employment.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles.
• Proficiency in managing budgets and program evaluation.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay

$85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Schedule

Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Exempt position with occasional evening and weekend availability as needed.

For over 70 years, CADA has been the leader in providing substance abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment programs in the greater Santa Barbara area that touch all parts of the community.

Our Mission Statement

Building a safer, healthier community by preventing and treating alcoholism and drug abuse.