Treatment Director - IRTS at Northstar Behavioral Health Network – Fergus Falls, Minnesota

Summary:

Join a Team That Changes Lives—Including Yours!

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is a team of professionals that specialize in serving those battling substance use disorders, specifically Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder. Also specializing in those needing Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS).

At Northstar Behavioral Health, we don’t just treat addiction—we transform lives. Our mission is to provide compassionate, expert care for individuals battling opioid and stimulant addiction through a multi-faceted treatment approach. But what truly sets us apart? Our people!

We believe in fostering a work environment where growth, community, and passion thrive. That means: Exciting Team Events – We celebrate our hardworking staff with engaging gatherings, fostering connections beyond the workplace. Commitment to Community – From volunteering events to local engagement initiatives, we actively give back to the community we serve. Opportunities for Career Growth – With our expanding network of over 200 clients and growing, we provide the support and tools for you to thrive professionally. A Culture of Support – Join a team that understands the importance of a workplace built on integrity, compassion, and collaboration.

Key Result Areas:

• Ensure staff file compliance is at 80% or above.
• Ensure staff documentation is at 80% or above.
• Attend and direct weekly multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Number of grievances/maltreatment reports is no greater than 1 per month.
• 100% Training Compliance.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential Functions)

• Plans, directs and coordinates mental health services.
• Provides clinical direction, and education to staff
• Provides consultative guidance to staff regarding approach and services.
• Creating a sense of community and team among program staff and recipients.
• Overseeing diagnostic assessments and treatment plans and supporting client progress toward goals.
• Hiring and training staff.
• Managing team performance and program staffing schedules.
• Provide guidance to staff by evaluating recipient development plans and making recommendations.
• Facilitating clinical supervision meetings.
• Consulting on solutions for confidential or highly sensitive projects.

Skills and Experience: (Minimum requirements in terms of educational background, work experience, licenses/certifications or other knowledge skills and abilities)

• Master's degree in behavior science.
• Current and valid Minnesota license as an: LICSW, LP, LPCC or LMFT.
• Board approved to supervise candidates toward licensure.
• Three years (6,000 hours) of full-time experience in human services.
• Two years (4,000 hours) of full-time supervisory experience.

Additional Skills and Experience: (Preferred or helpful)

• Experience providing services to people with mental illnesses.
• Three years (6,000 hours) of full-time supervisory experience in mental health services.