Program Director for Community Based Services
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Program Director for Community Based Services
Job Category:
Management
Requisition Number:
PROGR003643
Posted : April 9, 2026
Full-Time
Locations 108 North Front Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, USA
Program / Location Program/Location:
Community Based Recovery Services (CBRS)/ New Bedford Education/ Licensure:
Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field or case management experience (Independently Licensed preferred) Pay Rate:
$95,000 - $114,000 (Experience, Education and Licensure dependent) Status:
Full Time Shift:
Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm with flexibility to support program Travel required & includes mileage reimbursement
About Us High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.
High Point provides a range of community-based services including Community Based Recovery Support (CBRS). CBRS was created to provide additional support to people as they work on their recovery within their communities. Often, clients who have been in an addiction treatment or Section 35 facility and are transitioning back into their communities benefit from extra support.
Requirements
Ability to provide leadership and program development within a community-based regional program;
Ability to work with clients with substance use disorders, mental health disorders and co‑occurring disorders;
Must present as professional and courteous at all times both internally and externally;
Knowledge of major clinical therapeutic models and behavioral health best practices;
Strong organizational, problem‑solving, verbal and written communication skills;
Knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Records;
Participation in annual TB screening;
Certification in the HPTC approved de‑escalation program.
Responsibilities
Compliance with Federal/State regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA at all times;
Develop and implement goals and objectives for the program;
Implement and review policies and procedures on a regular basis;
Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with HPTC’s written plans for quality assurance, utilization review/management, and staff growth and development;
Provide supervision to program staff and maintain supervisory notes and staff evaluations;
Participate on assigned committees and prepare reports as needed;
Coordinate with other departments/facilities to enhance and ensure quality care;
Participate in budget development and monthly review process;
Routinely review client charts (open and closed) to ensure that the structure and substance are in accordance with licensing and accreditation standards;
Advertising, interviewing, hiring and training of all new staff;
Participate in RFR processes to maintain current programming and develop new programming;
Preparation of reports and correspondence in response to licensing and accreditation boards;
Collaborate and participate in meetings with other community organizations to enhance communication and service delivery within the community;
Provide ongoing administration to ensure quality care;
Other duties as assigned by the COO of Community Based Services.
Qualifications
Master/Doctoral degree in Human Services related field such as psychology or social work, minimum of three (3) years of clinical supervisory experience and five (5) years of behavioral health counseling experience;
Independently licensed preferred;
Medical Insurance;
Vision Insurance;
Short‑ and long‑term disability;
Discounted auto/home and renter’s insurance;
403b – Retirement;
FSA & DCA;
PFML;
Employee Assistance Program;
Free & discounted courses to become a licensed counselor or recovery coach;
Company‑paid CEU trainings with education days to complete CEUs;
Free meals at select programs (when available);
Unmatched leave time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year).
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Management
Requisition Number:
PROGR003643
Posted : April 9, 2026
Full-Time
Locations 108 North Front Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, USA
Program / Location Program/Location:
Community Based Recovery Services (CBRS)/ New Bedford Education/ Licensure:
Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field or case management experience (Independently Licensed preferred) Pay Rate:
$95,000 - $114,000 (Experience, Education and Licensure dependent) Status:
Full Time Shift:
Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm with flexibility to support program Travel required & includes mileage reimbursement
About Us High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.
High Point provides a range of community-based services including Community Based Recovery Support (CBRS). CBRS was created to provide additional support to people as they work on their recovery within their communities. Often, clients who have been in an addiction treatment or Section 35 facility and are transitioning back into their communities benefit from extra support.
Requirements
Ability to provide leadership and program development within a community-based regional program;
Ability to work with clients with substance use disorders, mental health disorders and co‑occurring disorders;
Must present as professional and courteous at all times both internally and externally;
Knowledge of major clinical therapeutic models and behavioral health best practices;
Strong organizational, problem‑solving, verbal and written communication skills;
Knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Records;
Participation in annual TB screening;
Certification in the HPTC approved de‑escalation program.
Responsibilities
Compliance with Federal/State regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA at all times;
Develop and implement goals and objectives for the program;
Implement and review policies and procedures on a regular basis;
Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with HPTC’s written plans for quality assurance, utilization review/management, and staff growth and development;
Provide supervision to program staff and maintain supervisory notes and staff evaluations;
Participate on assigned committees and prepare reports as needed;
Coordinate with other departments/facilities to enhance and ensure quality care;
Participate in budget development and monthly review process;
Routinely review client charts (open and closed) to ensure that the structure and substance are in accordance with licensing and accreditation standards;
Advertising, interviewing, hiring and training of all new staff;
Participate in RFR processes to maintain current programming and develop new programming;
Preparation of reports and correspondence in response to licensing and accreditation boards;
Collaborate and participate in meetings with other community organizations to enhance communication and service delivery within the community;
Provide ongoing administration to ensure quality care;
Other duties as assigned by the COO of Community Based Services.
Qualifications
Master/Doctoral degree in Human Services related field such as psychology or social work, minimum of three (3) years of clinical supervisory experience and five (5) years of behavioral health counseling experience;
Independently licensed preferred;
Medical Insurance;
Vision Insurance;
Short‑ and long‑term disability;
Discounted auto/home and renter’s insurance;
403b – Retirement;
FSA & DCA;
PFML;
Employee Assistance Program;
Free & discounted courses to become a licensed counselor or recovery coach;
Company‑paid CEU trainings with education days to complete CEUs;
Free meals at select programs (when available);
Unmatched leave time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year).
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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