Program Director-School Based- Bladen County

Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. is seeking a Child and Adolescent Day Treatment Program Director to provide leadership, supervision, and oversight of our Day Treatment program serving children and adolescents.

Job Title: Child and Adolescent Day Treatment Program Director

Location: Bladen Day Treatment located at Elizabethtown Primary School; Onsite
Schedule: Full-Time | 7:30AM-3:30PM
Employment Type: Exempt

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee daily Day Treatment operations and program services.

• Supervise, coach, and develop clinical and support staff.

• Monitor clinical services, documentation, authorizations, and compliance with agency, Medicaid, and LME/MCO requirements.

• Oversee assessments, person-centered plans, crisis plans, treatment planning, and required documentation.

• Lead staff meetings, training, onboarding, and professional development.

• Participate in hiring, performance management, and other personnel activities.

• Develop and maintain referral relationships with schools, DSS, DJJ, behavioral health providers, courts, and community organizations.

• Promote Day Treatment services through community outreach, presentations, and professional partnerships.

• Monitor program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement and growth.

• Oversee program resources, equipment, supplies, and facility needs.

REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited program with a Master’s degree in a human services or related field and two years of progressive substance abuse and/or mental health counseling experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Possession of North Carolina licensure as one of the following: LPA, LPC, LCSW, or equivalent

OR

• Three years supervision experience in the substance abuse and /or mental health field as well as five total years of experience in the substance abuse and/or mental health field.

What We're Looking For

• Strong clinical and staff supervision skills.

• Knowledge of behavioral health treatment, crisis intervention, family therapy, and community resources.

• Experience with program development, compliance, documentation, and treatment planning.

• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and community relationship-building skills.

• Ability to lead and develop a multidisciplinary team.

• Valid NC driver's license and ability to work in community settings.

Why Coastal Horizons?

Join an organization committed to healthier lives, stronger families, and safer communities while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, adolescents, and families.

Apply today to lead a team dedicated to delivering high-quality behavioral health services to our community!