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ASAP Director
Position: Program Director
Reports To: Principal Chief
Department: Alcohol & Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)

Job Purpose:
Achieve the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program objectives by planning, directing, monitoring, and evaluating the daily operation of all departmental functions and staff. Ensures the efficient and effective provision of substance abuse and mental health related services to meet the needs of the community.

Job Duties:
• Assesses mental health and substance abuse service needs of the community and proposes approaches to address those needs.
• Works with other health providers, community, and tribal agencies to manage and coordinate client care.
• Assures compliance with court-ordered treatment and provides liaison activities with the courts.
• Act as liaison between patient, family, physician, clinician, and staff.
• Provides direct services to individuals and families within the field of licensed practice.
• Assists in crisis intervention and resolutions of client's concerns as needed.
• Monitor medical record system and ensure compliance with regulations and patient confidentiality.
• Collects, reports, and analyzes data to meet reporting requirements and assures the availability of reliable and useful program information.
• Works with other health providers, community, and tribal agencies to manage and coordinate client care.
• Develop budget for the program and allocate funds within budget limits to accomplish objectives, monitor variance against budget on an ongoing basis.
• Monitor formulation/utilization of clinical records to assist in resolving patient problems; provide continuity of care and discharge planning; ensure clinician orders are transcribed and carried out.
• Plans, directs, and monitors department productivity and quality goals.
• Hosts regular staff meetings to ensure communication among staff regarding program-related activities.
• Manages department budget; coordinates financial and budget activities for maximum operational efficiency.
• Writes proposals and grants to secure additional funding and grant monies for continuation and expansion of program services.
• Maintains current working knowledge of trends in behavioral health and management.
• Prepares and presents reports on the status, activities, and plans for current and future operations; keeps leadership and other departments informed of the status of department activities by attending meetings and submitting reports.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences.
• Maintains standards and practice in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and requirements, as well as professional standards.
• Maintains appropriate documentation on incidents as required by policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidential information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of clinical, developmental, and counseling psychology.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Knowledge of the theory, principles, practices and treatment of alcohol and drug abuse.
• Knowledge of patient outreach services and activities, funding agencies, and community health care and vocational services.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Seminole Nation's culture, tradition, and values.
• Skill in supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
• Skill in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing operational and financial reports.
• Skill in budget preparation and administration.
• Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care programs.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.

Work Environment:
• Work is performed in a clinic or office environment.
• Exposure to individuals with behavioral problems and potentially harmful situations that may require crisis management and other techniques to protect self and client.
• Noise level is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:
• Talk, hear, sit, stand; use hands to handle objects, equipment, controls and reach with arms and hands.
• Position requires frequent lifting of 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Clinical Counseling, Family Therapy or closely related field.
• Five (5) years progressive experience in mental health administration, program planning and design; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• State of Oklahoma Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LACD); or
• Sate of Oklahoma Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with Mental Health designation (LACD/HM); or
• State of Oklahoma Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) preferred.
• CPR Certification.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license with ability to meet Seminole Nation liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
• Must be able to pass background check, with no prior convictions and/or felonies.
• Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug Free Workplace policies.

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

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