Director of Program Services

LHH seeks a Director of Program to manage and over see the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program.

Are you a certified substance abuse counselor with a passion for leading impactful programs? Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming lives through evidence-based recovery services and community health integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage outpatient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) programs across multiple sites.
• Supervise counselors, interns, volunteers, and outreach staff to ensure daily operations align with program goals.
• Oversee referrals and coordinate collateral services, crisis interventions, and group sessions.
• Develop and deliver County-approved curricula for domestic violence, anger management, parenting, and SUD education.
• Expand specialty programs and services, ensuring compliance with all billing and documentation standards.
• Serve as the designated Clinical Director, signing and approving all mandated County forms.
• Manage reporting requirements including LACRY, CALOMS, and other County metrics.
• Coordinate department trainings and ensure annual updates to policies and procedures.
• Report monthly department updates to the Operations Director and support cross-departmental integration.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Medical Director.

Qualifications

• Certified Substance Abuse and Addiction Counselor.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a leadership role in human services or community-based programs focused on alcohol and drug abuse prevention and recovery.
• Proven experience coordinating or directing outpatient drug and alcohol programs.
• Strong knowledge of harm reduction, dual diagnosis treatment, and community health models.
• Familiarity with the Los Angeles County Plan for Alcohol-Related Services.
• Deep understanding of the recovery process, including 12-step programs.

Location: Onsite | Monday–Friday | Los Angeles, CA 90033

Salary: $110,000–$130,000 annually, depending on relevant experience

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance