Program Director of Substance Use Disorder Services, FT
Company: Unity Health
Location: Searcy
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 1. Education: Master’s level
therapist with knowledge of substance use disorders required;
training/experience with substance use disorders preferred;
Licensed alcohol and drug abuse counselor (LADAC) or other
substance abuse credentials/certification desired. 2. Training and
Experience: Two to five years of clinical experience with expertise
in clinical area. Demonstrated leadership abilities and good
communication skills. Certification in specialty desirable. If in
recovery, prefer five years post-recovery/sobriety from drug and
alcohol addiction, minimum of 2 years. 3. Job Knowledge: Ability to
provide leadership to entire team to establish processes for
providing care/services that meets the mission, vision, and values
of the SUD specialty unit. Ability to work independently as well as
a team member with other support staff, executive staff, and
physicians to accomplish the needs of each unit. 4. Safety
Sensitive: YES In the interest of protecting the health and safety
of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has
classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety
sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired
performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of
self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use
of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical
marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety
sensitive” position. DESCRIPTION: The Program Director is
responsible for the maintenance of the overall operation of the SUD
Programs and Units. Included in these responsibilities are. The
development and maintenance of a high-quality treatment program The
development and operationalization of the Interdisciplinary Team
concept Development and implementation of a comprehensive community
education plan and referral activities. Program strategic planning
and development Overall fiscal responsibility Monitor program
performance improvement, quality, outcomes, and satisfaction.
Provide clinical services and carry a clinical caseload to support
the treatment team as needed. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Maintains good
physical and emotional well-being. Job responsibilities require a
considerable amount of physical work. The individual will be
required to assist with lifting and moving patients, pushing of
carts, wheelchairs, and other equipment; and lifting or pushing of
up to 50 pounds. The individual must also be able to maneuver
throughout the halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to
hospital emergencies. Interpretation of environmental input
requires visual and auditory skills. A significant amount of
writing and computer entry is required. Requires availability all
shifts. Monday through Friday, some weekends and afterhours may be
required
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