Communications Common Carrier Specialist ; PCN

Director of Clitheroe

Position Title:

Director of Clitheroe.

Corps / Department:
Clitheroe Center. Supervisor:
Alaska Divisional Social Services Secretary. FLSA Status:
Full-Time/40 hours per week;
Exempt.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Director of Clitheroe ensures high-quality substance abuse and dual-diagnosis treatment through program integrity and program design. Directs the work of staff engaged in execution of the program, continually evaluates the effectiveness of services provided, and seeks new approaches and funding to fulfill community needs and professional development of Clitheroe staff. They will list and maintain community participation and support for the program, working as required to further the goals of serving people with substance use disorders throughout the state of Alaska.

They will oversee the clinical and treatment aspects of the Clitheroe Residential program and the Department of Correction/Substance Abuse Treatment Services.

• Master's Degree or greater in a field specifically related to social services or nonprofit management; fifteen years' professional experience overall; three years' experience in the field of behavioral health; and three years' supervisory experience
• Knowledgeable about group, individual, and family counseling, case management, treatment planning, discharge planning, crisis intervention, and client assessment
• Skilled in didactic presentations, budgeting, financial management, grant writing, community networking, and all aspects of personnel
• Experienced in service delivery, including program management, addictions, and mental health treatment
• Knowledgeable about cross-cultural issues, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) certification, and Alaska Division of Behavioral Health
• Obtain or have a Chemical Dependency Counselor Supervisor (CDCS) within a year of hire

• Ability to organize workload and follow office procedures using good, independent judgment
• The ability to maintain a self-motivated and self-directed schedule; able to address multiple projects in a time-sensitive manner, taking initiative and being flexible to ensure that objectives are met in an accurate and timely manner
• Must maintain the integrity of confidential communications or activities
• Must maintain a professional, courteous, and cooperative manner with all personnel, clients, and outside contacts and demonstrate respect and a positive attitude toward them at all times
• Ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative work environment
• Proficient with general office equipment, including computers and related software, with Windows applications, databases, and report-generating software
• Ability to complete multiple tasks, meet deadlines, observe confidentiality, remain self-motivated, and work with a minimum of supervision
• Must possess the self-discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering the quality of work
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, relating to The Salvation Army with an awareness of current client service issues, responses, and best practices

• Analyzes client and community needs; develops and improves substance abuse and dual-diagnosis residential programs; evaluates and approves treatment modalities; meets all regulatory requirements, laws, and best practices; develops standards of practice for clinical processes to increase program efficiency and integrity
• Reviews client data reports and analyzes attainment of program goals and objectives; attends case reviews and staff meetings regularly; analyzes and updates curricula on an annual basis; uses evidence-based practices and client feedback to improve services and treatment
• Exercises assertive management skills to ensure quality operation of the program, effective personnel performance, efficient service delivery, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Serves as the primary agency liaison between Clitheroe and other community and State agencies to promote communication and
• Provides and ensures staff training that meets or exceeds industry standards; analyzes clinical staffing resources; and establishes expectations for documentation, caseloads, and
• Assists the Anchorage Social Services Business Director with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, and termination of residential and clinical staff per TSA policy
• Plans, monitors, and appraises job performance of management staff; and partners with the Anchorage Social Services Business Director to ensure that staff issues are resolved in a timely
• Assists the Anchorage Social Services Business Director when necessary to help prepare…