Program Director--Substance Use Disorder Services

Description: Creating safe, supportive spaces where children, youth and families can heal, build resilience, and experience belonging. The Program Director is responsible for the day-to-day clinical and administrative operations of an assigned Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program. The Program Director ensures that the treatment provided is consistent with Aviva's philosophy and meets the current standards for quality of care, medical necessity, and outcome measurements as defined by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, Department of Public Health Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC), and other applicable regulatory and accrediting bodies. The Program Director provides direct supervision to Clinical Supervisor(s), Therapists, Alcohol and Other Drug Counselors, Supervisors, and other program staff as assigned, and is accountable for quality improvement, staff development, contract compliance, and the fiscal viability of the program. The Program Director coordinates and collaborates with other Aviva programs, community organizations, and regulatory agencies to promote and strengthen the SUD program. The Program Director is an energetic self-starter who can function comfortably in a team environment or independently and relates well to co-workers and County representatives. This position requires flexibility and the ability to manage time and multiple tasks with little supervision. The individual in this position must be able to assume a wide range of responsibilities, provide timely responses to requests and deadlines, and work well under pressure.

Qualifications: Competency Requirements1. Integritya. Ability to apply sound judgment in complex decision-makingb. Must demonstrate critical thinking skillsc. Knowledgeable in the regulations governing substance use disorder and mental health agenciesd. Ability to speak, read, write and understand English2. Collaborationa. Ability to work effectively as a member of various teamsb. Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people including executive level staff, managers, line staff and client populationsc. Builds rapport at all levels of the organization and develops a network of professional contacts3. Transformationa. Ability to effectively adapt and respond to changeb. Must demonstrate leadership skills in creating and managing diverse teams of professionalsc. Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and tasks and possess strong organizational skillsd. Understands financial targets and budget goals and incorporates financial analysis into program decisions4. Compassiona. Must demonstrate superior oral and written communication skillsb. Encourages open communicationc. Displays empathy and tolerates diverse viewpoints