Substance Use Recovery Program Director
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Job Location:
Independence, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 80000 - 90000
Posted on:
08-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Location:3205 N Twyman Rd Independence MO 64058
Salary: $80000 to $90000 depending on experience
Full-Time Leadership Role Therapeutic Residential Program
As the SUDS Program Director at Embark Behavioral Health youll lead the residential operations of our Substance Use Disorder Services Program supporting adolescents (ages 1217) on their path to this key leadership role youll collaborate with clinical academic medical and admissions teams to ensure a safe structured and missions-driven environment. Youll shape program culture guide team development and help deliver transformative care to teens and their families.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Executive Director to set the strategic direction of residential operations for the Substance Recovery Program.
- Lead and manage residential staff including hiring training performance evaluation and professional development.
- Oversee individualized student development plans ensuring effective supervision and communication with families and referring professionals.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team and management meetings to ensure alignment across departments.
- Ensure all staff are trained in delivering services within a therapeutic milieu and adhering to policies and procedures.
- Plan direct and coordinate activities with community groups and external organizations to enhance student engagement and program visibility.
- Contribute to program development initiatives and implementation of best practices.
- Manage departmental payroll processes including timecard approvals and leave requests.
- Participate in the monthly on-call rotation providing after-hours support and crisis intervention as needed.
Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Bachelors degree in Psychology Sociology Human Services or a related field
- 8 years experience working with adolescents in therapeutic settings; experience in substance recovery treatment programs preferred
- Demonstrated excellence in client care and team development
- Strong decision-making skills and ability to manage crises effectively
Benefits
Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey with us!
- Become the Best of the Best:Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.
- Proven Positive Outcomes:Youll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescent lives.
- Holistic Family Approach:Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
- Comprehensive Benefit Programthat includes medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance voluntary life and AD&D insurance long-term disability 401K with company matching PTO and paid parental leave.
If youre ready to be part of a dedicated team making a lasting impact on young lives in our community we want to hear from you!
Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community.
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Nurse Management
- Program Management
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Chrysalis therapeutic boarding school offers healing mental health treatment to girls in Montana and across the country.
