Job Description
Directors of substance use recovery programs lead outpatient services to support individuals overcoming addiction through community-based treatment. They coordinate care for adults and adolescents, focusing on recovery-oriented approaches that integrate medication-assisted therapies and counseling. This leadership ensures patients receive consistent support to achieve long-term sobriety and improve community health outcomes.
Compass Health Network operates as a federally qualified health center providing mental health and substance use disorder services in Missouri. The organization serves rural and underserved communities through multiple locations including Jefferson City, Columbia, Warrenton, Troy, Wentzville, and St. Charles. Compass emphasizes patient-centered care and collaborates with courts and public agencies to expand access to recovery resources.
Directors oversee staff in CSTAR programming, Level III services, and Drug and DWI Courts, managing quality and compliance. They recruit, hire, and train outpatient team members while directing program development across the care continuum. Managers monitor fiscal aspects, including contracts with referral sources and community partners. They attend agency meetings to contribute to strategic planning and handle regulatory requirements from DMH, CARF, and Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse. A key constraint is ensuring multidisciplinary coordination, balancing staff performance with patient engagement amidst varying caseloads. Directors use electronic systems for tracking outcomes and attendance within organizational policies.
Compensation ranges from $70,699 to $81,411 annually for this full-time role located in Columbia at Berrywood Drive. The position offers standard healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage through employer-sponsored plans. Retirement options such as a 401K are available for enrollment. Professional development includes training in regulatory standards and leadership workshops, with potential bonuses tied to performance metrics. Flexible scheduling supports community event participation, and relocation assistance may be considered for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the quality, consistency, and continuity of outpatient substance use disorder services, including co-occurring treatment
- Provide leadership and operational oversight for all outpatient SUD staff
- Direct recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training of staff in collaboration with outpatient SUD leadership
- Ensure programs meet all regulatory, contractual, and certification requirements including DMH rules, CARF, and Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse standards
- Lead program development and standardization across the outpatient continuum of care
- Manage fiscal oversight, contracts, sub-contracts, and referral arrangements with community partners
- Strengthen coordination with courts, referral sources, and community agencies
- Monitor program performance, staff attendance, and compliance with organizational policies
- Participate in agency and leadership meetings and contribute to strategic planning initiatives
Requirements
- Master's degree preferred in mental health field
- At least 3 years of related experience required
- At least 1 year of supervisory experience required
- Specialized training in the treatment of substance use disorders required
- Valid driver's license and agency-established minimum automobile insurance required
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance, accreditation standards, and contract management
- Experience in outpatient substance use treatment and recovery-oriented systems of care
- Comfort with managing budgets, program outcomes, and operational performance
- Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams, courts, and community stakeholders