Program Director

260 Union St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA

Great management opportunity working at the highest level of clinical care in the state’s Children's System of Care! Work within a strong interdisciplinary team to ensure the best quality of care to the youth we serve. Flexible hours can be accommodated to meet your needs.

As a Program Director you will oversee the clinical and operational aspects of our program Muller IRTS.

You will supervise the clinical team as well as residential staff and be able to build and maintain an effective team that can rely on and support one another.

Job Duties

• Lead the interdisciplinary team; assessing treatment needs; coordinating treatment activities and input and or developing of treatment plans
• When necessary, assist with meeting contractual requirements by providing individual and group therapy to residents
• Create program schedule to ensure service deliverables are met and youth have a balance between treatment and enjoyment.
• Make recommendations in hiring, disciplinary action, promotion and termination
• Develop yearly program goals and objectives geared at program enhancement.
• Responsible for staff development by ensuring coordination and completion of providing in-service training, training required by licensing agency and Core Competency training.
• Ensure compliance with applicable State departments and prepare for inspections and audits

Job Requirements

• 3 years of experience working with adolescent population, specifically psychiatric population
• 1 year supervisory experience
• Master’s Degree (clinically based)
• LSW or LCSW required
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (any relevant license)
• A team player with great communication skills
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Familiar with Nurtured Heart Approach a plus

YCS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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