Director of Adult Treatment Services

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) is seeking a Director of Adult Treatment Services to join its Team in Santa Barbara.

 
This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits, offering an opportunity to make a real difference in the Santa Barbara County community while working in a collaborative, supportive environment.    

About CADA  
Since 1949, the Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) has been Santa Barbara County’s trusted partner in behavioral health, substance use treatment, and prevention education. We are a progressive, trauma-informed nonprofit that believes recovery happens through compassion, connection, and community. 

Our multidisciplinary team includes therapists, social workers, alcohol and drug counselors, and case managers who share one mission: to help every client heal, grow, and thrive. Many of our staff are in recovery themselves and bring lived experience, empathy, and hope to their work every day. 

Schedule : Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Exempt position with occasional evening and weekend availability as needed. 
Compensation: This is a salaried position with an annual range of $85,000-$95,000, dependent upon qualifications and experience. 

The Impact You Will Make  
In this role, you will: 

• Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of therapists, counselors, and program staff serving adults in our community.
• Oversee all aspects of CADA’s adult treatment programs, ensuring the highest quality of trauma-informed, client-centered care.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to develop program strategy, policies, and outcomes that align with CADA’s mission and Medi-Cal/BWell requirements.
• Build strong partnerships with community organizations, and health agencies to support prevention and intervention efforts.
• Manage program budgets, data tracking, and reporting to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and team-based environment that values professional growth and holistic care.

What We Are Looking For  

• Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), Clinical Psychologist, or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or AOD Certification plus pursuit of Clinical Licensure. 
• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• A minimum of Two (2) years of experience in Staff Supervision and Program Management required.  
• Experience working in a Non-Profit preferred. 
• Prior experience in overseeing evidence-based substance use disorder (SUD) treatment programs preferred. 
• Previous experience in developing and implementing therapeutic programming for adults preferred. 
• Deep understanding of trauma-informed, evidence-based, and culturally responsive treatment approaches. 
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams with empathy, clarity, and purpose. 
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. 

In compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services, staff require an up-to-date Tuberculosis test during the duration of employment.
If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact HR via email at View email address on ziprecruiter.com or via phone at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com with any questions.   

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help adults in our community build healthier, brighter futures, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of CADA’s mission to change lives for the better. 
Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.