Homeless Children's Network · 1 week ago
Program Director
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expHomeless Children’s Network (HCN) is dedicated to decreasing the trauma of homelessness and domestic violence. The SUD Treatment Program Director will oversee the operations of HCN’s youth substance use disorder treatment program, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality treatment.
Mental Health Care
Responsibilities
Provide clinical supervision and consultation to counselors, therapists, and other clinical staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and ethical standards in SUD treatment
Oversee the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans for clients, including medication management within the DMC-ODS guidelines
Ensure close clinical collaboration with Medical Director and LPHAs, and participate in clinical discussions that include these two clinical leads
Be on continuous discussions with Medical Director on addiction-related topics, medical needs, and MAT related matters. Will ensure client needs are appropriately addressed in the physical addiction and medical realm in collaboration with the Medical Director
Lead clinical risk management discussions and oversee resolution of risk situations
Lead clinical discussions on service capacity and utilization
Manage the overall budget for the DMC-ODS program, including staffing, medication costs, and operational expenses
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to SUD treatment, including those governing the administration of MAT
Develop and implement program policies and procedures, including quality assurance standards
Identify and implement evidence-based and locally-innovative practices in the DMC-ODS program
Ensure staff are trained on all compliance and regulatory changes. Will ensure systems within HCN are updated to allow these changes to be implemented
Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness through data collection and analysis
Monitor and ensure that program is meeting deliverables, performance objectives, continuous quality improvement requirements set by the County. Will collaborate with Quality Management Department to ensure requirements are met
In collaboration with HCN leadership and county of San Francisco, develop and maintain the vision for the SUD treatment program
Liaison with the City and County of San Francisco and represent the program at county meetings, and designated staff who may participate in county-led committees and meetings
Hire, train, and supervise clinical and administrative staff working under the DMC-ODS program
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment among staff members
Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for staff
Contribute to the organization’s strategic planning process, identifying program growth and development opportunities
Align program goals and objectives with the broader organizational strategy
Monitor trends and best practices to inform program innovation and development
As needed, Program Director will provide direct clinical services to youth and families
Direct clinical services could range from assessment, treatment planning, individual therapy/counseling, group counseling, family therapy, care coordination, collateral sessions, to crisis management among other things
Collaborate with community partners, including other healthcare providers, social service agencies, school district, and juvenile justice/probation to facilitate client referrals and support continuity of care
Participate in outreach activities to raise awareness about SUD treatment options and the benefits of MAT
Ensure accurate and timely documentation of client records, including treatment plans, medication administration logs, and progress notes
Generate required reports for regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders
Advocate for substance use and mental health awareness and reduce stigma in the community
Provide resources and referrals to support services, including community mental health programs, shelters, and support groups
Engage in continuing education, professional training, and supervision to stay current with best practices and new substance use and mental health treatments
Participate in workshops, seminars, and conferences related to substance use and mental health care
Qualification
Required
A Master's degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field (e.g., MSW, MFT, LPC)
Must be licensed in the State of California with either Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) or Board of Psychology (BOP) At least 4 years post licensure
Approved to be a clinical supervisor by the appropriate Board requirements and has been a clinical supervisor for at least 2 years
Minimum 2 years of experience working with individuals dealing with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, ideally in a clinical, outpatient, or hospital setting
Knowledgeable about the biological and psychosocial dimensions of substance use disorders for adolescents and their treatment, and are able to identify signs and symptoms of acute psychiatric conditions including psychiatric decompensation
Minimum 5 years of experience providing direct services to children, youth, and families
Experience working and engaging with youth and their families, youth in child welfare system, youth within the juvenile justice system, youth with disabilities, youth with co-occurring disorders, and/or gang-affiliated, etc
Knowledgeable about adolescent development; and experience in clinical treatment, healing arts, and intervention techniques/approaches to youth development
Knowledge of youth services in San Francisco from which clients can benefit
Knowledgeable and experience with Medi-Cal or Drug Medi-Cal services
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients
Expertise in various therapeutic techniques
Ability to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans
High level of empathy and compassion, with a non-judgmental approach to clients
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
Crisis intervention and problem-solving skills
Cultural competence and sensitivity when working with diverse populations
Must exhibit leadership ability, have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge about diverse cultures and ability to provide competency in working with youth and communities of racial, cultural, ethnic, and sexual differences
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Detail-oriented and well organized
Able to establish and meet deadlines
Has a passion for developing and sustaining quality services for youth and families, and a desire to learn and understand needs of HCN's constituents, staff, and partners
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Commuter stipend
Company
Homeless Children's Network
Our mission is to decrease the trauma of homelessness and domestic violence; and to provide strength-based, family-family focused and culturally-appropriate prevention and intervention services to children, youth, parents, and families; and to increase the strength and effectiveness of HCN’s collaborative efforts.
11-50 employees
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