Director of Recovery Services

Director of Recovery Services | Behavioral Health Director | Substance Use & Addiction Recovery ProgramsLocation: Philadelphia, PA Department: Behavioral Medicine Employment Type: Full Time Schedule: Monday through Friday | Day Shift | Occasional weekends as needed Work Setting: Fully OnsiteAbout The Behavioral Wellness Center at GirardThe Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a leading provider of behavioral health and addiction recovery services in Philadelphia. We provide evidence based, culturally and spiritually responsive care through inpatient, recovery, and substance use treatment programs focused on long term wellness and recovery.Position Overview The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is seeking a Director of Recovery Services to oversee behavioral health recovery programs and substance use disorder treatment services within the Department of Behavioral Medicine.This senior leadership role is responsible for supervising program directors and recovery leadership staff while ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, program development, and high quality patient care across multiple behavioral health and addiction recovery programs.This opportunity is ideal for experienced Clinical Supervisors, Program Managers, Behavioral Health Managers, Substance Use Leaders, Recovery Program Directors, or Behavioral Health Administrators seeking to advance into a director level leadership role within a mission driven healthcare organization.The Director of Recovery Services will collaborate closely with executive leadership, clinical teams, and regulatory agencies to strengthen recovery treatment services, improve patient outcomes, support staff development, and ensure safe, effective, and compliant behavioral healthcare delivery.Important All new hires must be able to attend a mandatory 5 day orientation Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM before starting their schedule. Attendance is required for employment.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership and Oversight • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of behavioral health recovery and substance use disorder programs • Supervise, mentor, and support program directors and recovery leadership staff • Ensure high quality service delivery and patient centered care across treatment programs • Establish program goals, operational priorities, and performance expectationsProgram Development and Operations • Develop and implement operational policies and procedures consistent with state and regulatory requirements • Support program expansion, operational improvements, and service development initiatives • Coordinate multidisciplinary program activities to improve service integration and patient outcomes • Monitor program effectiveness and implement continuous quality improvement initiativesRegulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance • Ensure compliance with licensing standards, accreditation requirements, and behavioral health regulations • Coordinate audits, surveys, and regulatory reviews as required • Maintain compliance with documentation, reporting, and operational standards • Review program outcomes and operational data to support quality improvement effortsLeadership and Workforce Development • Direct hiring, performance management, and leadership development of program management staff • Support orientation, training, and continuing education initiatives for recovery services employees • Collaborate with Human Resources regarding staffing needs and organizational development • Foster a collaborative, professional, and recovery focused cultureFinancial and Administrative Responsibilities • Participate in budget planning and financial oversight with department leadership • Support reporting, operational analysis, and program performance tracking • Maintain communication with executive and clinical leadership regarding operational needs and program performanceQualifications • Master’s degree in Behavioral Health, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field required • Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible behavioral health experience required • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory, management, or program leadership experience required • Experience supervising counselors, clinical staff, or recovery treatment teams strongly preferred • Experience in substance use disorder treatment, addiction recovery, or behavioral health programs strongly preferred • Certification in Addiction Counseling (CAC) or similar credential highly preferred • Professional licensure preferred but not requiredKnowledge, Skills, and Competencies • Strong leadership, operational, and program management abilities • Knowledge of behavioral health treatment models and addiction recovery services • Understanding of regulatory compliance and behavioral health operations • Strong communication, organizational, and strategic planning skills • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and support program growth initiativesWork EnvironmentThis is a fully onsite leadership role within a behavioral health recovery treatment environment. Responsibilities may include walking through clinical and patient care areas and responding to operational needs across programs. Occasional schedule flexibility may be required based on program operations.Why Join Us • Director level leadership opportunity within a growing behavioral health organization • Opportunity to oversee behavioral health and addiction recovery programs • Collaborative executive leadership and multidisciplinary clinical environment • Mission driven organization focused on recovery, patient care, and community impact • Opportunity to make a direct impact on behavioral health services throughout PhiladelphiaPre Employment and Workplace PolicyEmployment is contingent upon the successful completion of all pre employment requirements, including a physical examination, background check, verification of employment, and drug screening. The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a Drug Free Workplace, and all employees are expected to comply with workplace policies and standards of conduct.Equal Opportunity Employer The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.