Program Director

Position Summary

Person in this position will be responsible for providing the clinical and administrative programmatic leadership and oversight for the program. Responsible for the coordination of client care by collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to provide and facilitate services.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership and supervision to the program.
• Function as a liaison to the Deputy Administrator of Criminal Justice Services and external groups and agencies in promoting inter-organizational collaboration including attending Board and Advisory Board meetings as required.
• Aid in grant planning and initiation of potential funding opportunities when required.
• Participate in design and implementation of research, such as program evaluation and outcome studies.
• Arrange for staff development, education, and training activities.
• Implement Quality Assurance and Utilization Review systems that monitor the effectiveness of the treatment system.
• Assist in the development of program fiscal and budgetary tracking systems and implementation as well as providing the oversight and management of operating budget and program fiscal expenditures.
• Maintain compliance with all required standards, regulations, state, and federal guidelines.
• Develop, implement, and monitor procedures to meet agency policies and contract management including the preparation of comprehensive reports for funding or agency sources.

Essential Qualifications

• Experience and capabilities in management and administration.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency, substance abuse, and personality dynamics of the substance abuser.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Excellent language and interpersonal skills.
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills and good documentation skills.
• The ability to pass a criminal history background check.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Sensitivity to populations served.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CDCR Clearance.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.

About WestCare

Since 1973, WestCare has provided health and human services with a commitment to delivering high-quality and cost-effective services that empower people to transform their lives. Proudly serving sixteen states, three U.S. territories, the Dominican Republic, and the Republic of Palau, WestCare's service domains include Mental Health & Wellness, Treatment & Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice, Veteran Services, Housing Opportunities, Education & Prevention, and Domestic Violence.