Head of Programme Management

Everest Recovery Centers is run by seasoned veterans in the substance use disorder treatment field. To improve lives and strengthen communities, one connection at a time.

We help people rebuild their self-esteem and reestablish their roles as productive family members through our outpatient services, which include medication-assisted treatment; diagnostic assessment, recurrence prevention and support groups, addiction education, counseling, and more.

This position reports to the COO and works collaboratively with a small home office staff in growing the program.

We are currently seeking a Full time Program Director for a new location we are opening in Ellsworth, ME. (Hours typically 5:30/6am-2pm) This is a unique opportunity to help build and maintain an Opioid Treatment Program from the ground up.

Bonus Compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision

Eleven paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement plan w/ company match

Employee Assistance Program

The Program Director is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction and daily operations of the clinic. This role is accountable for promoting patient-centered services, staff development, regulatory compliance, and partnering with the community.

Program Leadership & Operations

Oversee the development and maintenance of all day-to-day operations of the facility.

Lead the development and tracking of measurable tactics to drive the strategic plan.

Ensure appropriate staffing levels to support the clinic

Participate in supervision, professional development, and on-going training of Everest Recovery staff.

Staff Administration- onboarding, payroll, performance mgmt, etc.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure clinic compliance with all state and federal regulation

Maintain program readiness for audits, inspections, surveys.

Ensure proper documentation, record-keeping and confidentiality of patient data.

Ensure staff compliance with training and policy requirements

Quality & Performance

Responsible for program management and statistical evaluation to maintain patient rights and safety

Monitor performance improvement, effectiveness and quality processes in alignment with goals. Community & Stakeholder Engagement

Develop and maintain partnerships with healthcare providers, community organizations, referral sources, and regulatory agencies.

Ensure the program is well represented at community events, forums, coalitions, network opportunities, etc.

Promote program visibility, brand and access for patients.

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a specialty in nursing/health administration, nursing/counseling education or a clinical specialty in the human services), public administration, business management or other related field; Experience working in an Opioid Treatment Program setting preferably in Maine, which includes supervision of others, direct service and program planning.

Ability to be adaptable/flexible in a busy environment