At Root Center, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating a supportive and engaging work environment where everyone can thrive. We're driven by a clear purpose and a set of core values that shape everything we do—from nurturing growth and promoting well-being to cultivating connections and making a positive impact.
In fact, 97% of our newly hired employees would recommend us to their friends for employment opportunities, and 96% said they strengthened their skills in their first few months. If you share our commitment to these values and want to join a team that lives them every day, Root Center might be the perfect fit for you!
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Director of Operations (LPC, LCSW) is responsible for developing, managing and directing the operations, programs and activities of clinical programs across multiple locations. This leadership role requires a licensed behavioral health professional, such as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with strong clinical knowledge and administrative experience. The Director oversees implementation of new programs and services, serves as a liaison with external agencies, oversees education and training of clinical staff, and serves as a member of the Corporate Compliance Committee.
Salary Range: $100,000 to $125,000
Sign-on Bonus: $10,000!
Actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including education, work experience, and, in some instances, professional licensure (LPC or LCSW). We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.
Essential Functions
Clinic Administration:
In collaboration with Clinic Supervisors, responsible for directing, planning, organizing and supervising the clinical operations across multiple sites. Provides consistent supervision and support to Clinic Supervisors, who may include LPCs and LCSWs, to ensure goals are met consistently and timely for all program requirements. Ensures effective implementation and maintenance of concepts, principles and processes across clinics. Develops, reviews and updates policies, procedures, process improvement, training, and evaluation that help support efficient clinic workflows.
Supervision and Training:
Works with Clinic Supervisors to provide educational oversight and training competency on functions related to care planning, clinic documentation, and quality performance improvement standards. Helps ensure clinical supervision aligns with LPC and LCSW licensure requirements where applicable. Ensures communication of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures both up and down the chain of command.
Planning and Coordination:
Participates on the agency’s management team. Works closely with the advocacy, residential and legal teams to coordinate services to clients. Maintains a working relationship with outside agencies. Coordinates meetings with other mental health provider programs, ensuring alignment with LPC and LCSW practice standards as needed.
Orientation/Training
Employee agrees to participate in orientation and training required by both regulatory and funding agencies as well as accreditation standards, including but not limited to corporate compliance, and HIPAA Privacy and Security. Ongoing professional development is expected in alignment with LPC and LCSW continuing education standards.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
A graduate degree in social work, psychology or allied science with a current and valid license in the state of Connecticut as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). The applicant should have at least six years of full-time paid experience in the behavioral health treatment field, preferably in the area of substance abuse, and at least five years of administrative experience. Prior experience supervising LPCs, LCSWs, or other licensed behavioral health professionals is strongly preferred.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
For all benefit-eligible employees, we offer a prestigious employment package that includes competitive compensation plus a comprehensive array of benefits including:
- Work Life Balance & Flexibility: Great work-life balance with clinics closed on Sundays. No current on-call responsibilities. Time off including PTO (4 weeks), three (3) Paid training days and thirteen (13) paid holidays, including your birthday! 35-hour work week and more.
- Health Insurance & Dental Insurance with flexible employee contribution options depending upon chosen plan.
- Voluntary Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and AD&D – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
- Short-Term Disability – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 5% employer match after 6 months of employment and an additional 5% employer contribution after 1 year of employment.
- $2,000 annually for tuition, license reimbursement, certifications, or other educational activities, including 3 paid training days. An additional $1,000 available for counselors (LPC or LCSW) seeking outside supervision hours when such cannot be provided internally.
- Annual bonus eligible based on agency performance.
EEO Statement
Root Center is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Root considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Root Center discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
