Assistant Director

The Assistant Director serves as second in charge of the facility and is responsible for assisting the Director in planning and managing facility resources including budget, spending plans, capital and minor rehabilitation projects, day-to-day activities and services (including liaison community providers, personnel, and quality management), clinical services, and other duties as assigned.

• Reviews, develops, and submits reports on facility activities and services for program audits and evaluation; monitors quality of care issues; and ensures compliance with State and federal standards, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Reviews, monitors, and revises policies and procedures for efficiency and appropriateness.
• Develops and maintains evaluation and monitoring systems; and prepares annual strategic plans to appropriately reflect facility goals and objectives.
• Provides technical, operational, and policy guidance and consultation in administrative, fiscal, and program areas involving other bureaus and divisions, and State agencies.
• Manages and directs facility resources; prepares and monitors the annual budget and fund expenditures; reviews and approves spending plans; and oversees procurement and contract management activities.
• Reviews and approves recommended staffing patterns and changes; oversees the selection, assignment, and evaluation of facility staff; and evaluates training needs and the effectiveness of training programs.
• Works with local providers and county governments in planning addiction services for outpatient clinics, community residences, detoxification, referral, and informational programs.
• Serves on committees and workgroups; and contributes to statewide policy development.
• Performs the full range of supervisory duties for Assistant Directors Addiction Treatment Center.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree AND four years of experience providing addiction services, which must have included providing clinical supervision, program planning, and administration of a licensed or certified addictions program. One year of the experience must have been at a supervisory level AND you must also be designated as a Qualified Health Professional (QHP).
• OR
• A master’s degree in relevant fields AND three years of experience providing addiction services, which must have included providing clinical supervision, program planning, and administration of a licensed or certified addictions program. One year of the experience must have been at a supervisory level AND you must also be designated as a Qualified Health Professional (QHP).

Additional Comments

• Down state Adjustment to Salary of $3400.00.
• Background Investigation Requirements: checked against the Staff Exclusion List, Criminal Background Check, and screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment.
• OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national orientation, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class.