Responsibilities/Overview:The Program Director is directly responsible to his/her immediate supervisor for the operational and administrative functioning of assigned programs within Agency policies and procedures. The Program Director is expected to carry out routine responsibilities independently with minimal supervision, and to actively participate in program development activities. Essential Functions:Operational Oversight Evaluate and manage program for effectiveness, efficiency, outcomes, and qualityDevelop and monitor program budget as requiredCommunicate status of program’s operations and outcomes on a regular basis to a variety of audiences (staff members, community partners, stakeholders, and funders)Maintain adequate records to provide required statistical information to reflect level and nature of program activity as may be required by various funding/grant sources, and to recognize the level of volunteer participation and activityMaintain fidelity to established service/program model design(s)Routinely participate in review activities and processes to ensure appropriate use of resources, and appropriate and effective operations as assignedParticipate actively in team meetings and supervision at least once per month; utilize feedback to enhance the quality of workServe as a resource to, and member of, the MHS Leadership team to consult in areas related to program operations Staff Development, Supervision, Training Serve as a field instructor to at least 8 student interns, providing caseload management support (assigning cases, managing transfers, etc.), training and supervisionServe as clinical supervisor for assigned clinicians, providing caseload management support, clinical supervision, and Participate in the recruitment, hiring, and development of new staff, student interns, and contract workers, as requiredAssist with design and implementation of orientation for all program staff and students and ensure new hire orientation is completed by each new staff and student internDevelop and maintain the MHS Student Learning Program HandbookMonitor supervisee’s adherence to clinical and operational standards of practice consistent with JSSA policies and procedures, and professional practice standardsEnsure supervisees’ professional growth and development and encourage staff to identify areas of practice for professional developmentReview, approve and process employee timesheets, mileage forms, and vouchers on a timely basisConduct annual written evaluations and develop work plans for supervisees (staff and student interns) in consultation with the DirectorProvide individual clinical supervision as required in accordance with JSSA policies and licensure regulationsFacilitate peer supervision for advanced licensure staff members in accordance with JSSA policies and Maryland/Virginia state regulations related to the provision of Category II CEUs for peer supervision activityServe as administrative and clinical resource to staff and student internsFacilitate in-service and other clinically focused meetings as appropriateConsult on complex cases and difficult supervisory issues with the Director, School-based and Student Learning Programs and/or the Senior Director of Behavioral Health Services Program Support/Community Relations Serve as an agency-wide trainer for MANDTSupport the implementation, review, and evaluation of CARF standards to achieve and maintain accreditationDevelop collaborative partnerships and relationships with community partners, stakeholders and funders which advance the Agency’s mission and support program operations as neededParticipate in significant and continuing professional activities and community work which enhance professional skills and JSSA's image and impact on the communityDevelop and facilitate presentations to community partners, stakeholders, and audiences on requested topics associated with program’s scope of service and/or professional expertise Minimum Education, Licensure, and Work Experience Required: A Master’s degree in Social Work or an equivalent Master’s degree program and a current license in appropriate jurisdictionsMinimum of 7 years post – Master’s clinical/therapy/supervisory experience with increasing responsibilityCompletion of state stipulated requirements for Clinical SupervisorsDemonstrated interpersonal skills necessary to relate effectively to clients, professional and non-professional staffExcellent oral and written communication skills Starting Annual Salary: $100,000 to $115,000