We are committed to providing compassionate outpatient treatment to individuals living with substance use disorder to help them reclaim their lives.
Are you looking for a dynamic clinical leadership position filled with opportunity? Emergence is the place where you will make a difference. Our organization, through collaboration and integrity, strives to provide comprehensive outpatient treatment for mental health, substance use, and problem gambling. We are looking for our next Discovery Program Director who can absorb and honor our journey thus far while providing robust enhancements for the future. If you have curiosity, drive, enthusiasm, and a strong desire to help others, we encourage you to apply. Emergence will provide you with ongoing training opportunities, amazing benefits, generous paid time off, space and time for professional development, and a supportive team to partner with. We hold opportunity, collaboration, and inclusion as inherent characteristics of our core values.
The Program Director is responsible for researching, planning, developing, and implementing the operational management of an Emergence field office while supervising staff, overseeing treatment coordination, and building effective community relationships.
Hiring or Relocation Bonus!
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Adhere to MHACBO Behavioral Health Code of Conduct at all times
Mandatory Reporting : Proper and immediate reporting of any suspected abuse or neglect of any vulnerable population such as children, the elderly, or physically or developmentally disabled personsDeliver all services in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed mannerAddress antisocial thinking and tactics to avoid accountability when appropriateMaintain high fidelity of all evidence-based curriculums and interventionsProgram DevelopmentDesign and plan programs that align with Emergence missions and goals
Identify needs, set objectives, create detailed plansImplementationOversee the execution of programs, ensuring efficacy and efficiency
Effectively manage resources, timelines and ensure activities meet planned objectivesStrategic planningParticipate in long-term strategic planning for Emergence
Contribute to setting the overall direction and priorities to ensure Emergence continued growth and impactCrisis ManagementAddress any issues or emergencies that arise within programs
Develop contingency plans and respond effectively to ensure program stability and continuityCollaborationWork closely with other departments within Emergence and community partners to ensure a cohesive approach to achieving agency goals
Coordinate efforts and share resources to maximize impactStaff Supervision
Supervise frontline staff who deliver client servicesEnsure staff enter their time appropriately and in a timely manner into the payroll systemEnsure timecards are complete and accurate at the end of the payroll periodWork closely with the Human Resources Director to recruit, hire and administer disciplineEvaluate PerformanceSet performance metrics and regularly assess team progress. Use data and feedback to make informed decisions and adjustments to improve program outcomes.Monitor individual performance, provide feedback, ensure expectations are metDocument individual and group supervision, ensuring timely delivery to Human ResourcesEnsure workload is appropriateManage award and incentives programUnderstand and encourage personal development of employees by providing access and resources within scope to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilitiesTreatment Coordination
Monitor scheduling of assessments and groupsTrack data associated with group numbers and efficacyMake decisions related to group structure and curriculumWork closely with the Clinical Director and Clinical Services Manager to ensure quality of servicesWork collaboratively with QA to maintain the staff's professional, timely, and quality clinical documentation, which may include reviewing individual assessments, treatment plans, and annual updatesEnsure coverage of groups due to absenceWork with other Emergence programs to provide integrated careAdhere to all applicable rules associated with confidentiality, privacy, and ethicsGeneral and Fiscal Operations
Communicate program activities, successes, and challenges to the leadership teamEnsure compliance with relevant laws, regulations and standardsMaintain accurate records and prepare necessary documents for periodic audits and site reviewsReview budgetApprove program purchasesManage communication regarding physical office site maintenanceCollaborate with administration regarding processes and proceduresDraft procedures and policies related to specific office functionsFacilitate meetingsAddress elevated concerns (client and interoffice)Community Relationships
Build, maintain, and develop relationships with local community partners, government agencies, courts, and other organizations.Promote Emergence's mission through outreach and advocacyMonitor contracts, referral processesIncrease staff awareness regarding community relations, processes, proceduresCompetencies
Interpersonal Relations : Build effective relations through empathy, positivity, consistency, and follow through.Leadership : Build and promote trust, commitment, credibility and morale.Customer Service : Provide effective customer service through listening, observing, and analysis.Decision Making : ability to determine, justify, and make decisions in a timely manner.Inclusion Awareness : Recognize and practice culturally sensitive differences and provide opportunities for inclusion.Adaptability : Shows grace and tact when adjusting to new situations.Respectful Workplace : Consistently demonstrates professional communication, discretion, and poise in the workplace.Conflict Resolution : Practices objectivity and integrity in handling disputes, disagreements and grievances.Ethics : Display, encourage, and uphold high ethical standards.Supervisory responsibilities
May supervise a Site Supervisor and will oversee the daily work of counselors
Work environment
Most work is performed in a professional office environmentWeekend and evening hours may be requiredParticipants demonstrate varying levels of recovery and symptomsPhysical demands
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk using a computer, and periods of standing and walkingMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times, with or without reasonable accommodationTravel required
Occasional traveling between agency locations in Oregon.Occasional driving to meetings with community partners such as courts and Parole and ProbationMay be required to travel for training purposesRequired education and experience
High school diploma or equivalentCADC-I and ability to obtain CADC-II certification within the State of Oregon or the national equivalent.Four years of experience in social services of which at least two years in treatment for substance use disorderKnowledge of treatment methods and evidence-based practices for addiction treatment and trauma informed careTeam focused attitude, initiative and demonstrated leadership skilsPreferred education and experience
Master's degree in Substance Use Disorders / Addiction, Psychology, Social Work, or related fieldExperience in a people management roleCADC-II or CADC-IIIQMHAQMHPAdditional eligibility requirements
Must be available and willing to work occasional evenings or weekends, and to fill in when staffing shortages occur.
Work authorization / security clearance requirements
Must be eligible to legally work in the United States.
Emergence is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging.
