Executive Director

Company Overview

We Level Up is a network of mental health, drug, and alcohol addiction treatment centers that provides caring treatment to those who are prepared to begin their recovery journey. Our commitment is unmatched and proven by offering a diverse set of clinical therapies combined with a professional, caring staff and diverse treatment options.

Job Summary:

The Executive Director of New Jersey position will have extensive and progressive management and leadership experience in a business or healthcare organization. Possessing strong knowledge of licensing and regulatory requirements; significant understanding of related health care regulation, general knowledge of industry trends and issues, and business patterns. Superior knowledge of clinical treatments and clinical trends.

Education and Requirements:

• · Master's degree in a human services field,
• Valid and unrestricted professional license in New Jersey as either a licensed clinical social worker, licensed professional counselor, licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor.
• 1 year of behavioral healthcare experience required.
• 4-6 years of progressive and upper-level management experience as an Executive Director, Clinical Director, Operations Director, facility or health care executive, or other upper-level executive position in a health care, behavioral health, or substance abuse treatment setting. 5 years of experience may be substituted for a graduate degree.
• Must successfully pass a level two background check and meet all requirements of the Department of Children & Families Affidavit of Good Moral Character.

Executive Director Responsibilities:

• Provides direct supervision to NJ facility management and clinical supervision staff.
• Provides oversight of clinical systems and processes at the facility.
• Ensures that provision of clinical care, treatment, and/or services meets quality and regulatory guidelines.
• Develops short-term and long-term strategic goals to guide the growth and development of NJ Facility.
• Evaluates projects, programs, and/or services to identify potential for implementation at the facility level.
• Identifies contracts and services needed at facility.
• Works in conjunction with the compliance department to ensure the facility has appropriate policies and procedures and that staff is educated on key processes and protocols.
• Supports the development of the budget for the NJ facility, monitoring implementation and compliance as needed to ensure financial goals are met.
• Ensures facilities develop and implement adequate staffing plans. Works with managers to identify staffing needs and issues. Works with the CEO to address staffing needs.
• Works with legal and compliance departments to ensure that facility comply with licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Identifies and develops a plan for addressing NJ facilities physical plan; addressing capital improvement needs and initiatives.
• Oversees NJ facility’s compliance with AHCA, DCF, and other licensing and regulatory requirements or regulations, including approval of all communications and corrective action plans.
• Works with UR, Medical Records, Compliance, Human Resources, and Legal departments to respond and or resolve reported issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensures NJ Facility have current and updated required annual plans including Emergency Management, infection control, and other required plans.
• Review and monitor contracted services to ensure that services are being delivered as required; ensure the supervision of care provided by Licensed Independent Practitioners and/or contractors.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Lawrenceville, NJ (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lawrenceville, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)
• Work Location: In person