Director of Adult Treatment Services
Santa Barbara County, CA - USA
Job Summary
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
The Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) is seeking a Director of Adult Treatment Services to join its Team in Santa Barbara.
This is a full-time salaried position with benefits offering an opportunity to make a real difference in the Santa Barbara County community while working in a collaborative supportive environment.
This is a full-time salaried position with benefits offering an opportunity to make a real difference in the Santa Barbara County community while working in a collaborative supportive environment.
About CADA
Since 1949 the Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) has been Santa Barbara Countys trusted partner in behavioral health substance use treatment and prevention education. We are a progressive trauma-informed nonprofit that believes recovery happens through compassion connection and community.
Our multidisciplinary team includes therapists social workers alcohol and drug counselors and case managers who share one mission: to help every client heal grow and thrive. Many of our staff are in recovery themselves and bring lived experience empathy and hope to their work every day.
Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours per week. Exempt position with occasional evening and weekend availability as needed.
Compensation: This is a salaried position with an annual range of $85000-$95000 dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The Impact You Will Make
In this role you will:
- Lead inspire and mentor a team of therapists counselors and program staff serving adults in our community.
- Oversee all aspects of CADAs adult treatment programs ensuring the highest quality of trauma-informed client-centered care.
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to develop program strategy policies and outcomes that align with CADAs mission and Medi-Cal/BWell requirements.
- Build strong partnerships with community organizations and health agencies to support prevention and intervention efforts.
- Manage program budgets data tracking and reporting to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Foster a positive inclusive and team-based environment that values professional growth and holistic care.
What We Are Looking For
- Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or AOD Certification plus pursuit of Clinical Licensure.
- Masters degree in Counseling Psychology Social Work or a related field.
- A minimum of Two (2) years of experience in Staff Supervision and Program Management required.
- Experience working in a Non-Profit preferred.
- Prior experience in overseeing evidence-based substance use disorder (SUD) treatment programs preferred.
- Previous experience in developing and implementing therapeutic programming for adults preferred.
- Deep understanding of trauma-informed evidence-based and culturally responsive treatment approaches.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams with empathy clarity and purpose.
- Strong communication collaboration and organizational skills.
In compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services staff require an up-to-date Tuberculosis test during the duration of employment.
If you need assistance to accommodate a disability you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact HR via email at or via phone at with any questions.
If youre ready to lead with purpose and help adults in our community build healthier brighter futures wed love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of CADAs mission to change lives for the better.
Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Compensation: $85000.00 - $95000.00 per year
For over 70 years CADA has been the leader in providing substance abuse prevention intervention and treatment programs in the greater Santa Barbara area that touch all parts of the community.
Mission Statement
Building a safer healthier community by preventing and treating alcoholism and drug abuse.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
CADA supports creating a healthier, drug free community through 26 different youth and adult programs, including youth development, education, prevention, and counseling programs along with drug and alcohol intervention, treatment, and aftercare services for youth and adults.