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We are currently looking for a Full-Time Program Director at our Braddock facility.

Job Summary: This position is responsible for and provides administration of the residential treatment and work release programs for Braddock.

Benefits for Qualified Positions Include:

• Above Regional Market Start rate
• Very Generous PTO Available Immediately
• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching and more!

Essential Functions:

• Administers program services including program development, implementation, training, and evaluation.
• Understands and implements Gateway policies and procedures.
• Supervises the work of the Case Manager Coordinator, Custody and Control Coordinators, and administrative assistant.
• Establishes solid working relationships with the Department of Corrections, PA Board of Probation and Parole, and all other stakeholders in the program.
• Conducts regular staff meetings.
• Assures that all resident activities occur as scheduled.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the Department of Corrections/ACA regulations, licensing and standards and ensures that the program is in a state of readiness for DOC/ACA visits.
• Prepares for licensing and accreditation visits.
• Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly reports for the DOC.
• Develops, plans and implements procedures to assess and improve the quality of the programs.
• Monitors resident census daily with the goal of meeting or exceeding average daily census projections.
• Conducts unannounced visits/walk-throughs to monitor the condition of the physical plant and the operation and performance of the facility and the program to assure that services are provided in a safe, clean and well-ordered environment.
• Responds promptly to complaints from the community, referral sources, residents and family members.
• Responds to appeals from residents regarding disciplinary matters.
• Participates in community, marketing and public relations activities as needed.
• Prepares and manages the program budget.
• Oversees department purchases, including approval of invoices, staff travel expenses, and payroll matters.
• Completes staff performance evaluations and annual training plans in a timely manner for supervisees.
• Intervenes and documents appropriately when an employee demonstrates poor work performance.
• Coordinates and communicates with other Gateway programs and departments.
• Provides direct resident care as needed including lectures, groups, and crisis intervention.

Qualifying Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.
• Five (5) years of related administrative experience required. Prior experience in a human service agency, preferably in a drug and alcohol professional setting or a corrections setting.
• Prior supervisory experience required.

This is a brief summary of duties not intended to be inclusive and subject to change.

Compliance with all applicable licensing/accreditation bodies required.

Gateway Rehab proudly offers competitive wages and benefit packages, along with career advancement opportunities. Join us today!