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Program Director

Behavioral Health Group - BHG · Shreveport, LA · Today
On-siteBusiness DevelopmentFull-time

About the role

We’re looking for a committed and proactive Program Director who is dedicated to patient-centered care and recovery. As the head of the clinic, you’ll play a critical role in serving patients throughout their recovery journey by maintaining and supervising clinical and administrative staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and guaranteeing operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Provide Care and Leadership
    • Guide the day-to-day operations of the treatment center, ensuring patients receive high-quality, compassionate care from admission through ongoing treatment.
    • Oversee key clinical and operational functions, including admission, medication services, patient processing, chart preparation, and coordination with community partners.
    • Foster a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for patients, families, and staff.
    • Address patient concerns, complaints, and grievances with professionalism and empathy.
    • Respond to urgent occupational issues, including after-hours situations as needed.
  • Management and Initiative
    • Monitor program performance, analyze operational metrics, and identify opportunities to improve processes and patient outcomes.
    • Manage revenue collection and oversee expenditures to ensure the treatment center operates responsibly within budget.
    • Develop staff schedules that balance patient needs, team well-being, and operational efficiency while minimizing overtime.
  • Team Building
    • Oversee staff onboarding and create opportunities for growth, learning, and career advancement.
    • Lead regular staff meetings, case conferences, and intervention discussions that encourage collaboration.
    • Cook up and coordinate internal and external audits, guiding the team through continuous quality improvement efforts.
    • Ensure all team members maintain required licenses, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
    • Partner with Human Resources on recruiting, hiring, employee relations, performance management, and retention to build a strong, engaged workforce.
    • Foster an inclusive and respectful workplace where every team member feels supported and empowered to do their best work.
    • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accrediting agency requirements while communicating regulatory updates to staff.

Qualifications

  • Must have a bachelor’s degree (or higher).
  • Must have 2-3 years of management experience.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Professional certifications or licensure related to the role.
  • Experience managing substance use disorder treatment programs.
  • Leadership experience overseeing operations, compliance, safety, accreditation, and quality of care.
  • Experience serving economically and culturally diverse communities.

What BHG Can Offer You

  • Work-Life Balance
    • Flexible and predictable schedules.
    • Early in/early out hours.
    • No nights and no Sundays.
    • Generous paid time off.
    • Enjoy holidays off.
  • Comprehensive Benefits
    • Medical, dental and vision coverage, plus life insurance and disability protection.
    • Competitive discretionary 401(k) match.
  • Recognition and Rewards
    • Quarterly bonus potential.
    • Incentives for certifications or licenses.
  • Employee Perks
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
    • Self-care and wellness services.
    • Exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options.
  • Grow With Us
    • Role-based training programs.
    • Developmental opportunities.
    • Clinical supervision hours.
    • Certification support.
    • Career advancement pathways with our leveling program.
    • Tuition reimbursement.

Pay

Pay varies on experience.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 5:00AM - 3PM + On Call

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