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Job Description

NHS is currently seeking 2 Associate Executive Directors for the NE and NW sections of Philadelphia. 

• The AED for the NE will be based out of Knights Road and will oversee established D&A, Mental / Behavioral Health programs, as well as some Residential.
• The AED for the NW will be based out of Mt. Airy and will oversee established D&A and Mental / Behavioral Health programs.

Position Summary:

• The Associate Executive Director ensures effective management and leadership of the clinics and programs over which they have responsibility, the application and implementation of established policies and procedures, and administration either directly or through delegation of all its operating elements. 
• The Associate Executive Director ensures that Center programs and services are responsive to community needs, are of the highest quality and are in compliance with federal, state and local regulations. 
• The Associate Executive Director also sets the standards for consumer care ensuring adequate supervision of clinical staff, review of case conferences and on-going requirements of State and local agencies. 

General Responsibilities:

1. General administration of all assigned sites.

2. Supervise program directors that are responsible for daily operations at program sites.

3. Ensure adherence to NHS Quality improvement and program evaluation standards.

4. Ensure adherence to licensing and regulatory standards, and lead preparation for licensing and regulatory visits and follow-up correspondence to funders.

5. Develop and administer program budgets with assistance of Executive Director.

6. Provide regular reviews of staff performance.

7. Ensure the implementation of appropriate employment practices including reference checks and clearances, orientation, training, and disciplinary / corrective actions.  

8. Plan, develop, and implement and/or supervise the development and implementation of agency program policy and procedure.  Prepare and/or supervise the preparation and updating of program service manuals and other materials for professional certification, program licensure, or compliance reviews.  Monitor program compliance in relation to policy and standards, licensing compliance, and regulations and pertinent laws.

9. Participate and serve on appropriate local, state, and corporate committees, task forces, professional organizations and associations which pertain to the services delivered by the agency to establish effective working relationships.

10. Attend and participate in administrative group meetings and other assigned committees.

11. Develop and implement additional services or business to meet the needs of the service delivery area.

12. Develops training plans for the agency and individual staff members and conduct trainings as necessary in conjunction with NHS Training department.

13. Provide written comprehensive reports to the Governing Body according to a mutually agreed upon schedule on the following areas; program operations, compliance with policies, status of long-term plan strategic plan and progress towards organization mission.

14. Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Successful candidate will meet or exceed the following:

• Master’s, MBA, or higher.
• 5 or more years Senior Management experience in the delivery of Addictions and Mental Health services with evidence of increasing responsibility.
• Fiscal Management experience including budget preparation, monthly and annual reporting for a budget greater than $10M annual.
• Background in Addictions and Mental Health required; Background in Residential services preferred.
• License/certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.