Substance Abuse 2.5 Partial Hospitalization Program Director

180 Degree Support Services

Richmond, VA

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SKILLS

Behavioral Health, Best Practices, Billing, Budget Management, Case Management, Certified Case Manager (CCM), Clinical Medicine, Clinical Monitoring, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Study Publications, Clinical Support, Clinical Validation, Coaching, Code of Federal Regulations, Community Relations, Community Support, Computer-Based Training (CBT), Corrective Action, Crisis Management, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Orientation, Family Social Work, Federal Laws and Regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Insurance, Healthcare Quality, Incident Management, Leadership, Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Market Surveys, Medicaid, Medicare, Outpatient Care, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Primary Care, Project/Program Management, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Utilization, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Social Work, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Substance Abuse, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Treatment Plan, Utilization Management

LOCATION

Richmond, VA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Substance Abuse 2.5 Partial Hospitalization Program Director

Key responsibilities
Program leadership and administration
• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the ASAM 2.5 partial hospitalization/day treatment program.
• Develop, implement, and monitor program policies, procedures, workflows, and schedules to meet clinical, regulatory, and billing standards.
• Ensure the program meets or exceeds all applicable licensing, accreditation, and payer requirements (e.g., ASAM 2.5 service standards, Medicaid/Medicare, commercial payers).
• Oversee program budget, productivity expectations, staffing levels, and efficient utilization of resources.
• Lead program growth, quality initiatives, and implementation of evidence‑based and best practices.

Clinical oversight and quality of care
• Ensure all admissions, continued stays, and discharges are consistent with ASAM Criteria and organizational medical‑necessity policies.
• Provide clinical leadership, consultation, and guidance to multidisciplinary staff on assessment, level‑of‑care determinations, treatment planning, and crisis management.
• Oversee development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, ensuring they are measurable, recovery‑oriented, and updated as clinically indicated.
• Monitor clinical documentation for quality, timeliness, and compliance with payer and regulatory standards.
• Chair or participate in case conferences, treatment team meetings, and clinical reviews to support safe, effective care.
• Implement and oversee quality improvement activities (e.g., chart audits, outcome tracking, incident reviews, client satisfaction surveys).

Staff supervision and development
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain qualified clinical and support staff (e.g., licensed clinicians, SUD counselors, peers, nurses, case managers).
• Provide regular individual and group supervision, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Support staff in maintaining licensure, certifications, and required trainings (e.g., ASAM, trauma‑informed care, motivational interviewing, co‑occurring disorders).
• Promote a healthy, collaborative, and accountable team culture, emphasizing ethical practice and client safety.

Regulatory, compliance, and risk management
• Ensure adherence to all applicable state and federal regulations, ASAM level‑of‑care requirements, and organizational policies.
• Maintain program readiness for audits, surveys, and reviews (e.g., state licensing, accreditation, payer audits).
• Oversee incident reporting, risk assessments, and corrective action plans to mitigate risk and enhance client and staff safety.
• Ensure compliance with privacy and confidentiality laws (e.g., HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2), including secure handling of sensitive health information.

Coordination of care and community relationships
• Promote effective coordination and transitions of care with internal and external providers (detox/withdrawal management, residential, IOP, outpatient, primary care, psychiatry, community supports).
• Develop and maintain relationships with referral sources, community partners, and payer representatives.
• Represent the program at community meetings, stakeholder groups, and outreach events as assigned.

Education and licensure
• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or related behavioral health field required; doctorate preferred but not required.
• Additional SUD‑related credentials or certifications preferred (e.g., CSAC, addiction specialty training).
Experience
• Minimum 3–5 years of post‑licensure clinical experience in substance use disorder treatment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Direct experience with higher‑intensity levels of care (ASAM 2.1, 2.5, 3.1, 3.3, 3.5, or similar) strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated familiarity with ASAM Criteria, co‑occurring disorders, and evidence‑based practices in SUD treatment (e.g., MI, CBT, relapse‑prevention, MAT coordination).
• Experience working with Medicaid and commercial payers, including utilization management and authorization processes, preferred.

Substance Abuse 2.5 Partial Hospitalization Program Director

180 Degree Support Services

Richmond, VA

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