Program Director (LCSW)

Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Program Director to oversee an OASAS-certified Part 820 Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program. This senior leadership role is responsible for the program's clinical, administrative, regulatory, operational, and fiscal performance.The ideal candidate brings significant hands-on experience leading an OASAS Part 820 residential program and extensive knowledge of OASAS regulations, audits, grant compliance, clinical operations, and multidisciplinary team leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesDirect day-to-day operations of an OASAS Part 820 residential treatment programMaintain compliance with OASAS regulations, 14 NYCRR Part 820 requirements, grant requirements, and applicable audit standardsMaintain continuous readiness for OASAS reviews, fiscal audits, grant monitoring, and unannounced inspectionsDevelop and oversee corrective action plans related to audits, incidents, compliance concerns, and quality improvementOversee admission, continued stay, discharge planning, and continuity-of-care processesMonitor census, capacity, utilization, program outcomes, and performance indicatorsProvide clinical oversight and ensure delivery of evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered servicesEnsure assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other clinical documentation meet regulatory requirementsSupervise program leadership, clinical supervisors, and multidisciplinary staffEnsure staff meet OASAS credentialing, training, licensure, and supervision requirementsManage staff performance, development, accountability, and retentionDevelop and oversee program and grant-funded budgetsMonitor expenditures, reimbursement, billing, and fiscal reportingOversee grant deliverables and required reporting to OASAS and other funding entitiesLead continuous quality improvement and monitor clinical quality, incidents, client outcomes, and compliance indicatorsServe as a primary liaison with OASAS, funders, oversight agencies, and community partnersRepresent the program during audits, monitoring visits, and stakeholder meetingsSupport strategic planning and long-term sustainability of residential servicesRequired QualificationsCurrent New York State LCSW licenseCurrent CASAC credentialMinimum 5 years of Program Director experience specifically managing an OASAS Part 820 residential programMinimum 10 years of staff and team management experience, including leadership of multidisciplinary teamsExtensive knowledge of OASAS regulations, Part 820 standards, audits, and regulatory complianceDemonstrated experience managing program and grant-funded budgetsExperience with grant compliance, reporting, and deliverablesStrong clinical oversight and quality assurance experienceExperience managing regulatory audits and maintaining program readinessStrong leadership, analytical, organizational, and decision-making skillsExperience with EHR, data tracking, and compliance reporting systemsPreferred QualificationsExperience overseeing multiple OASAS-funded residential programsExperience managing state, federal, and/or foundation grantsKnowledge of co-occurring disorder treatment and integrated careWork Environment & TravelResidential treatment settingLeadership responsibility for management, clinical, and frontline staffSome travel between organizational sites, trainings, meetings, and other business-related locations