Clinical Program Director (Veteran's Program

Clinical Program Director - Stars, Stripes & Shields

East Stroudsburg, PA 18301, USA

Posted Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Brookdale

At Brookdale, you will have the opportunity to work closely within a team of professionals consisting of substance use experts, all dedicated to promoting lasting health and healing. Clinical supervision and guidance are provided on total client care and therapeutic milieu management, as well as career growth and personal development oversight. You will develop an individualized growth plan which will help you develop your professional skills and career objectives.

If you are looking for an organization that thrives on growth, celebrates diversity of thought, and rewards passionate execution, you’ve come to the right place. Because we put clients first, it is our honor to support and reward those who serve them.

We are dedicated to empowering our employees with their professional and personal development by providing:

• 401(k)
• Healthcare benefits
• Vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
• Continuing education (CE) programs and training
• Weekly training opportunities
• Advancement opportunities within the organization

Development of program curriculum in compliance with trauma informed care for first responders/veteran populations. Also, responsible for all coordination of activities and overall facilitation of clinical flow of patient throughout the course of treatment. Overall coordination of a patient’s care while in residential services, including integration with family services, sessions, communication with referral sources, assessment of patient progress, and communication to the clinical team regarding special treatment needs and procedures.

The duties listed below reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

• Provide treatment to patients using evidence-based techniques such as motivational interviewing, DBT, and EMDR.
• Must be certified or working towards certification in EMDR, and/or DBT.
• Provide both individual and group counseling per Federal/State requirements.
• Screen and assess patients for common substance abuse and mental health disorders utilizing psychometric screening assessments.
• Develop and complete a relapse prevention self-management plan with patients who have achieved their treatment goals and are soon to be discharged from treatment.
• Assists the Director in providing leadership to employees by promoting harmony among co-workers and clearly reinforcing company policies and procedures.
• Interpretation of policies and procedures to be able to provide supervision in all clinical matters to staff and patients.
• Participate in ongoing training per program/State/Federal requirements.
• Participates in all supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Maintains visibility in all areas on all shifts through rounding and regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Recognize symptoms of addictions according to ASAM and DSM V criteria.
• Meet with patients that have police, fire, EMS, and military backgrounds.
• Act as liaison to current and potential Shield Program patients and referral sources, in conjunction with external marketers.
• Document interactions in KIPU EMR with patients.
• Attend conferences with external marketing team to represent and educate public and potential referral sources on Shield Program.
• Provide training and education to staff on how to interact with SHIELDS and STARS patients utilizing a trauma informed approach.

• Minimum of a master’s degree from an accredited university in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work
• Possesses extensive work experience with 1st Responders and Veteran populations
• Professional licensure (LPC, LCSW, LSW) required.
• Other professional licensures preferred are: CADC, CAADC, DBT certified, CCTP certified, EMDR certified or working towards one of these certifications.

Full time

Monday-Friday

Scotrun, PA

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.