The Company

Sana Lake Recovery; is a uniquely different addiction and mental health treatment center from the vast majority of centers in the country as we solely focus on delivering better outcomes for our members measured in terms of quality of life. Our system of care models the addiction programs for physicians and airline pilots which have achieved materially better outcomes than the typical treatment center over a long period of time. Our staff deliver highly personalized care using dynamic treatment and recovery plans managed by specialized care coordinators. Treatment is holistic evidence-based across a full continuum of care, from acute to chronic care programming with extended care support for five years or more. Programming is delivered by professionally credentialed medical, therapeutic, clinical and peer specialist staff. Frequent assessments are conducted of the members’ progress of achieving goals they can reasonably attain to adjust the treatment plan as needed. The staff are highly trained and credentialed professionals that care about the member finding recovery for life in everything we do.

Our facilities, from medically monitored detox to residential, outpatient, recovery supportive housing and transportation, are warm, calming and comfortable for optimal healing and recovery. Many describe our facilities as world-class, but however they may be described, it is a healing environment that engenders longer term connections with a community of like-minded people who first come into treatment not wanting to be there, who find our facilities to be where they want to be.

Our acute care detox and residential facility is strategically located on a stunning, serene and private 55 acres just west of St. Louis, MO. We offer the only dedicated 24/7 medically monitored and staffed detox unit of its kind in the region. Urgent access to medical, psychiatric, and behavioral assessments and outpatient services are housed in modern state-of-the-art Behavioral Wellness Centers in St. Louis and Kansas City, Missouri. Our recovery supportive housing is located in safe neighborhoods in St. Louis with one- and two-bedroom multi-family units with 24/7 staff supervision and transportation provided for Behavioral Wellness and other recovery supportive services.

As amazing as our properties and programming might be, the most important part of Sana Lake is our staff. We are blessed to have people at all levels in the organization who are deeply passionate about helping others find recovery for life. This passion cannot be manufactured. It happens every day in many small unknown actions when a staff member goes above and beyond to connect with the member, or in big ways where a life is saved. Staff have the freedom to do what they believe our members need to achieve their treatment and recovery goals. Freedom is an amazing gift that we cherish and earn every day.

-Paul D. Melnuk, CEO-

The Position

The VP of Operations will uphold the profitability, processes, and values of the organization by leading operations, at the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, in their designated programs. This role will consult with leadership to determine target results, relay information about company needs, and review operational data to ensure accountability. This individual will serve as the on-site liaison for the Chief Operating Officer and will be involved in the day to day onsite operation of the programs.

The Role

• Provides on-site support to all daily business and administrative operations at designated locations.
• Collaborates with leadership to ensure the operationalization of the organization’s vision and strategy.
• Assess organizational metrics and presents relevant data to leadership.
• Works collaboratively with the COO to develop and/or improve systems, processes, controls, and procedures that improve the overall efficiency of the organization.
• Collaborates with Chief Clinical Officer and EVP of Workplace Environment to ensure performance management and clinical processes are enhancing and positively impacting operational targets.
• Provides timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of assigned programs.
• Monitor the competitive landscape and attends industry events to stay abreast of new initiatives and remain innovative
• Provides support, coaching, training, and feedback to assigned staff.
• Ensures accountability regarding agreed upon operational goals for area of oversight.
• Assists onsite leadership with navigating challenging situations that impact operational success.
• Implements and monitors efficient systems within designated programs.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Builds and maintains trusting relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.

• Performs other tasks, as assigned.

The Qualifications

All candidates who have received a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a background check and drug testing.

Sana Lake Recovery, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.