PROGRAM MANAGER-MEDICATION ASSISTED RECOVERY SERVICES - RED LAKE CHEMICAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

PROGRAM MANAGER-MEDICATION ASSISTED RECOVERY SERVICES

RED LAKE CHEMICAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

Open: April 30, 2019 – Until Filled

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Medication Assisted Recovery Services (MARS) Program Manager is responsible for the overall administration and operation of the clinic in terms of planning, evaluating, budgeting, organizing, and program delivery in accordance with tribal licensing standards. The Program Manager will ensure patient care is delivered with exceptional quality and in accordance with Red Lake tribal philosophy. Reports to Executive Director or Project Director; full time position with benefits, Salary; (DOQ).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Ensure the clinic is operational during expected business hours, including Saturdays, in accordance with the MARS tribal licensing standards; ensure clinic is organized and operated efficiently to guarantee reliable high-quality patient care;

• Plan, develop, and implement the MARS program in accordance with clinic policies & procedures; develop, implement and monitor a program improvement/evaluation plan;

• Facilitate clinic staff meetings; ensure employees understand their roles; assure that patient confidentiality is understood and held to the highest standard; provide regular supervision with staff to ensure employees are held accountable and feel supported; assist employees to reach their career goals by supporting professional development opportunities;

• Collaborate with community members and staff to develop marketing/recruitment strategies to connect individuals with the program; promote and educate Red Lake tribal employees/community members regarding the benefits of the MAR; participate in educational presentations for community and professional groups (i.e., schools, conferences and other agencies);

• Perform administrative requirements such as writing correspondence, memorandums, and completing necessary paperwork; write grant applications, compose progress reports, and submit program updates to executive leadership; develop financial statements and monitor program budgets to ensure fiscal viability;

• Monitor state and federal billing guidelines/compliance standards to ensure timely and reliable 3rd party reimbursement; serve as a liaison between clinical, administrative and financial staff to ensure cohesiveness for timely claim submissions and payments;

• Adhere to professional standards, ethics and boundaries;

• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a GED/high school diploma, a bachelor's degree or four years of equivalent experience in public health/human services/chemical dependency or another health-related field

• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience

• Ability to work cohesively/collaboratively with clinic personnel, peers, executive management, tribal administration and local agencies

• Experience in billing process

• Must have a valid driver's license and automobile insurance

• Knowledge of the traditions and customs of Native American culture/practices

• Must be agreeable to pre-employment and random drug testing

• Willingness to work weekends, holidays and be on-call 24/7

• Skilled in problem solving, developing creative solutions and making independent decisions

• Ability to work well in a stressful and chaotic environment

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are accepted at the Government Center - Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 (218)679-1847 Fax (218)-679-4176.