Women's Program Director

Summary of Position:
The Women’s Program Director oversees the unit for all programming and all clinical staff. They are responsible for developing a core curriculum for the program and providing comprehensive clinical assessments of patients when necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and updates the unit’s programs with the approval of the Clinical Director
• Provides training to unit staff (new and existing) to ensure compliance with organization’s policies and regulatory guidelines, new programming, etc. as needed
• Conducts monthly chart audits for each Case Manager, completes competency reporting, and gives individual or group direction as needed
• Understands and ensures compliance with all current standards and regulations that apply to the facility, licensure, and clinical programs. Reports any deficiencies promptly to Clinical Director
• Provides direct supervision of unit staff, including performance feedback (90 day, annual, daily supervision/guidance as needed) in a timely manner and with proper documentation
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with patients at Valley Vista
• Follows organization’s attendance and punctuality policies.
• Plans and maintains adequate staffing for the unit in accordance with regulatory and facility standards Timeliness and completeness of required documentation.
• Communicates with other employees, both orally and in writing
• Directly supervises employees as programmatically determined.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Provides back-up coverage as needed

Qualifications Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
LADC (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor), LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor), or LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Required Skills, Knowledge and Ability

• Timeliness and completeness of required documentation.
• Follows organization’s attendance and punctuality policies
• Can work as a member of a team
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper boundaries with patients
• Strong time management
• Compassion and understanding for patients’ needs and situations