What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Program Director position at Woods Services?
Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as part of our Diversion Support Services & Outpatient program.
Diversion Support Services
Benefits
- 3.2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year
- Medical, vision, dental and life insurance
- 403(b) employee participation and employer match
- 9 Agency-paid holidays
- Training opportunities provided throughout the year
Salary: $75000 to $90000 / annually - depending upon education / experience / licensure
Hours: This position is full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:30 am until 5:00 pm
Job Summary
The Program Director of Diversion and Outpatient Services provides clinical and operational oversight of both the Criminal Justice Reform (CJR) Mental Health Pilot Diversion Program and all assigned mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) outpatient services. This position is responsible for day-to-day program operations, supervision of multidisciplinary staff, coordination with community and court systems, and ensuring fidelity to program expectations, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements.
This role may fulfill functions consistent with the Director of Substance Abuse Counseling (DOSAC) or Administrator, as defined under N.J.A.C. 10:161B, including but not limited to: oversight of clinical care delivery, supervision of staff providing direct services, enforcement of agency policies, regulatory compliance, and leadership in program development and staff performance.
Responsibilities:- Oversee daily operations of the CJR Mental Health Diversion Program across assigned counties.
- Supervise clinical and support staff, ensuring timely service delivery and compliance with DMHAS, HIPAA, and 42 CFR Part 2.
- Coordinate screenings, evaluations, and connections to housing, psychiatric care, and legal supports.
- Serve as the primary liaison with courts, jails, and legal partners.
- Monitor program performance, submit required reports, and guide quality improvement efforts.
- Promote trauma-informed, culturally competent care and ensure staff are trained in diversion protocols and documentation standards.
- MSW from an accredited school of social work or a Master’s in counseling or related behavioral health field.
- Minimum one year in program management and one year in case management required.
- Clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) preferred.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive an agency vehicle.
Legacy Treatment Services is a vibrant non-profit behavioral health organization that utilizes cutting-edge technology and evidence-based practice in treatment and clinical care. Our programs provide a complement of services for most ages and needs. This continuum is designed to meet the complex needs of each individual and creates a continuum of services that are able to meet the needs of children, adults and families through a continuum of services utilizing an integrated care model. We are dedicated to seeking new innovative solutions that help us provide needed services more efficiently while maintaining stable, sustainable growth.
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000
