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Community Healthcore

Program Director

Community Healthcore, Longview, Texas, us, 75606


Job scope:

The SUD Program Director is responsible for all SUD services provided through CHC. This includes outpatient services, services provided in the field, and residential services. The Program Director will establish programmatic systems to ensure compliance with funders, cultivate a healthy work environment, and effectively meet the needs of the individuals presenting for service. Ensures that contract requirements are met for all SUD services. Actively engaged with payors with HHSC, TDCJ, and any other organizations necessary. Assists the Director of Behavioral Health with program planning. Presents educational programs for the general public on Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and treatment issues. Responsible for maintaining program compliance with licensure, contracts, performance measures, Community Healthcore (CHC) policy and procedures, and fiscal adherence to meet budget targets. Is responsible for Criminal Justice (CJ), Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), and Co-Occurring Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorders (COPSD) program operations in Longview and Tyler locations. Provides monitoring oversight of the Federal U.S. Probation contract in Texarkana. Methods and procedures may not always be clearly defined and will require interpretation of facts and conditions and may require independent judgment. Coordinates services with other units, agencies, and community services.

Education/licensure:

Master's degree preferred. Bachelor's degree required with two years' experience in the field of Substance Use Disorders. LPC, LCSW, or LCDC with 3 years' experience working in the field of SUD or Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) as identified by HHSC. Current valid driver's license in the state of residence.

Experience/Knowledge:

If recovering, must have at least two years of continuous sobriety. Management/supervision experience and abilities to provide direction within multiple programs/contracts. Knowledge of working with the diversity of populations served. Must be able to manage fiscal responsibilities to ensure budget compliance. Must be able to communicate with clarity for the purpose of creating and maintaining professional relationships with unit staff and professionals in other service agencies. Duties are most often performed in a general office setting with some travel required within the service area. Overnight travel infrequent.

Physical requirements:

Have no non-corrective deficiencies in the senses, particularly in sight, smell, and hearing. Mobility and ability to bend and reach during an 8-10 hour shift. Able to lift a minimum of 10 lbs. Sensory acuity sufficient to evaluate, treat, and monitor individuals' needs, maintain accurate and current documentation of services provided. Fine motor skills sufficient to legibly and accurately complete reports and records. Endurance to work 10-hour days.

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