Program Manager, Johnson

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Mission
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DEIB Statement
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Summary
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The Program Manager oversees the daily operation of a 28‑bed in‑patient Women’s Recovery Program. The oversight includes all programmatic administrative responsibilities required to run the program.

Schedule - Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (40 Hours)

• The Program Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the program, to ensure that performance standards are upheld and that all individuals and staff are working following agency requirements, mission, goals, and principles.
• Monitor and oversee the daily schedule of the staff and individuals.
• Together with the Clinical Director, develop a curriculum to foster the growth and independence of the individuals.
• Lead groups and train staff in groups as applicable to the curriculum.
• Develop outcomes to measure the efficiency of groups and the effectiveness of facilitators.
• Provide leadership to all staff by creating a positive work climate and creating a cohesive team environment.
• Promote the professional growth of all staff through coaching, mentoring, and continuous training.
• Ensure ongoing system for measuring quality of services and compliance with DPH regulations and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• The Program manager assumes the supervisory responsibility of the program and staff in the absence of the Clinical Director.
• Ensure that services are maintained according to DPH, BSAS, CARF, and all applicable regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with program budgets through consistent monitoring of financial analysis and various reports.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with funding sources, community groups, families, and other service providers.
• Provide coverage to individuals as needed.
• Participate/manage after‑hours on‑call rotation.
• Maintain core training certifications.
• Knowledgeable in the areas of Addiction, Trauma‑Informed Care, and Medication Management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Individual and group counseling experience required.
• Minimum of five years experience working with people who suffer from the disease of addiction or psychiatric disabilities, three years supervisory/administrative capacity.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage staff.
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency.
• Ability to maintain records accurately and thoroughly.
• Capable of responding to crisis.
• Have the ability to recognize client body language and…