Program Director

Are you seeking a rewarding and fulfilling career in the Mental Health and Addictions field?

Apply to be a Program Director today!

What will your day look like?

At Horizon, you'll enjoy a supportive, team-based work environment. Have a question? There's always someone there to help! We offer a seamless onboarding experience that'll ensure your success in your new role.

As a Program Director at Horizon, you will...

• Provide direct counseling services as needed.
• Ensure that program services are provided consistent with agency standards, regulations, and best practice.
• Provides oversight for both OMH and OASAS programing.
• Ensure that clinical records are accurate, complete, and current as per OASAS and OMH regulations.
• Identify professional and clinical skill development needs for counseling staff, and provides assistance as needed with accessing training and other resources.
• Perform day to day management of the program operation including leadership of staff, monitoring the maintenance of the site, and reporting to administration.
• Ensure compliance with Horizon's policies and procedures, the regulations of certifying agencies, and the requirements of funding sources.
• Perform evaluation of the program's clinical staff in accordance with Horizon Health Services Personnel Policies and Procedures
• Be responsible for hiring and onboarding of clinical team members.
• Provide direct clinical supervision to multi-disciplinary team counseling staff members regarding service delivery and caseload management.

Why choose Horizon to build your career?

At Horizon, we don't just offer a workplace-we offer a community where you can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in NYS for 18 consecutive years and one of America's Best Workplaces, we take pride in fostering a culture where motivated teammates collaborate to make a difference, every day. Join us and experience the satisfaction of doing work that matters alongside people who share your passion!

What we offer that you'll love...

• Company Culture: At Horizon, we pride ourselves on cultivating an atmosphere of teamwork where all employees feel heard and valued.
• Horizon offers clinicians a Behavioral Health AI-powered platform to assist with note documentation requirements. This assist with reducing administrative burden and enhancing quality documentation/clinical outcomes.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all, and strive toward this goal through the work of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging department, frequent trainings, ongoing conversations, affinity groups, and more.
• Trainings, Trainings, and More Trainings: We have an entire team dedicated to your personal development and professional growth.
• Team Building, Connection, and Relationships: At Horizon, we're more than co-workers, we're a community. We support each other, celebrate our achievements and milestones together, and have fun together!
• Retirement: We know you want to retire comfortably and we're here to help! Horizon offers 401(k) AND profit-sharing programs to make sure you're set for the future.
• Student Loan Assistance: We help pay off our team members' student loans every month. One year after joining, you'll have been able to pay off an extra $600!
• Horizon employees and their families (includes spouses and children up to age 30) are eligible for a 10% discount on their tuition through a partnership with Capella University.
• Paid time off and paid holidays!

What makes you a great candidate?

We can't wait to learn more about you! Here are a few specifics of what you'll need for the job:

• Masters in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or related degree required.
• Licensed (LMSW, LMHC, LCSW) with 3 years of clinical experience required .
  
  • LCSW or LMHC-D preferred.
• 3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of the treatment of both mental health and substance use disorders required.
• DBT knowledge/training preferred.
• Experience providing direct care to child and adolescent populations preferred.
• Training in play therapy preferred.

Location

This position is located at our 200 Sterling Dr, Orchard Park NY.

Hours

This position has a Monday - Friday schedule with variable hours with evening availability until 8pm.

Compensation:

Horizon is consistently evaluating our compensation and benefit packages to ensure we remain competitive. The range of pay for this position is $72,452 - $78,135. Starting pay may be impacted based on experience and education. Compensation adjustments are evaluated annually.

Physical demands associated with this position include:

• Sitting for extended periods, alternating between standing and sitting
• Mobility required with repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements
• Handling light duties, occasionally lifting objects up to 20 pounds

Horizon DEIB Statement:

Horizon is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive environment where dignity, safety, and opportunity are core values. We uphold principles that support autonomy and authenticity, creating a culture of accountability and collaboration that prioritizes well-being, drives innovation, and expands opportunities for our employees, patients, and communities.

Disclaimers:

Horizon endorses public health measures including vaccinations. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the fact that Horizon is a healthcare agency providing in person services throughout our community.

This information is intended to provide a general overview of the position; it is not a full job description.

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