Substance Use Disorder Program Director (LCSW, LPC, LCDP) (Wilmington)

VitalCore Health Strategies
Wilmington, NC

Join the VitalCore Team in Delaware! Were people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has an opening for a Substance Use Disorder Program Director (LCSW, LPC, LCDP and CADC/CAADC) at Howard R. Young Institution in Wilmington, DE!

Looking for a rewarding career with competitive wages, annual incentive payment, and excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER PROGRAM DIRECTOR (LCSW, LPC, LCDP) BENEFITS:

  • Holiday Pay: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
  • 401K & Plan Matching
  • PTO
  • Annual Incentive Bonus

SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER PROGRAM DIRECTOR (LCSW, LPC, LCDP) POSITION SUMMARY:

The Substance Use Disorder Program Director will oversee a multidisciplinary team to provide a proactive and collaborative approach in serving the patient population. The SUD Programs Director oversees all SUD programs at the facility.

S UBSTANCE USE DISORDER PROGRAM DIRECTOR (LCSW, LPC, LCDP) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must have a Masters degree in social work, counseling psychology, or other similar degree that leads to a clinical license.
  • Must hold a Delaware clinical license - i.e., LCSW, LPC, LCDP or equivalent.
  • Certification in chemical dependency (i.e., Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor - CADC, CAADC) or certified co-occurring disorder professional (CCDP)
  • Must demonstrate a minimum of five years experience leading a substance use disorder treatment program. This experience must include administrative duties and direct responsibility for oversight of the program.
  • Preference for a candidate with at least two years experience working in a Therapeutic Community (TC) environment.
  • Must receive a satisfactory background investigation report.

SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER PROGRAM DIRECTOR (LCSW, LPC, LCDP) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • The SUD Program Director assists in planning and implementing the goals and objectives of programs and projects.
  • The SUD Program Director Professional provides the necessary preparation of documentation, necessary records and reports.
  • The SUD Program Director utilizes clinical skills such as prioriti
  • Excellent and timely documentation skills required.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: LPC, LSW, Correctional Facility, Behavioral Health, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, LCSW, LCPC, LMSW, LPC

Compensation details: 85000-90000 Yearly Salary

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Posted 2026-01-12

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