Agency Overview: TASC, Inc. (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities) is an Illinois-based nonprofit agency that provides specialized case management and client advocacy for people who are involved in courts, jails, prisons, foster care, and public health systems. In most of TASC’s programs, clients are referred to TASC because of substance use or mental health conditions. At our foundation, TASC services are designed to increase health and recovery, and reduce incarceration and recidivism. In addition to providing assessment, case management, and an array of other direct services across Illinois, TASC helps inform public policy and provides consultation and training services nationally and internationally.

Overview: The Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) supports clients who may have struggles related to a substance use disorder. We provide opportunities for clients to rebuild their lives so they can become healthy and self-sufficient. ACJS’ work includes screening and assessments for substance use disorders, placing clients into treatment programs, monitoring and reporting on progress, and providing support including, but not limited to, insurance enrollment, obtaining a state ID, and finding employment resources.

Position Summary: The administrator will provide the overall leadership of assigned programs including the administration, personnel, information systems, and office management. The Administrator will ensure clients receive the highest continuity of care based on evidence-based research, treatment modalities and best practices by assisting in the development and implementation of, policies, and strategic goals of the agency and as may be directed by the Operations Director, to assure that the needs of our clients are met/maintained on an individual basis.

The administrator will provide oversight to the Cook County specialty programs and staff. Working with and managing partners that require the ability to make sound decisions in complex or advanced systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct, plans and coordinates the work of staff, including supervision, evaluation, training, and team building within assigned programs
• Coordinate and implement the delivery of consistent and quality program services
• Assists with the development and monitoring of program budget and contract deliverables
• Maintain program information and technology affecting functional area(s) to increase program effectiveness and ensure compliance
• Develop and monitor a communication process with clients to ensure the delivery of high-quality service, resolve issues promptly, and promote client satisfaction
• Assist in revenue generation by contributing to the planning, development, and implementation of new pilot/grant programs
• Ensure programs and staff are operating under the compliance of contractual agreements, agency policies, and procedures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferably in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related field required; Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferably in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related field may be required based on contractual obligations
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in the human service field
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of management experience
• CADC certification within two years of employment with TASC may be required based on contractual obligations
• Ability to manage from data and reports to ensure the goals and objectives of the program are being met
• Knowledge of human behavior; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
• Considerable knowledge of the current ASAM placement criteria, DSM-V as it relates to substance-related disorders, and Code of Ethics for substance abuse professionals, or the ability to acquire the knowledge
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, and training
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work appropriately with staff, peers, management, and clients
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other software applications
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively work as a part of a professional team

If you are interested in this position, please visit the TASC website at www.tasc.org and apply online.

TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal treatment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran or military status or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law. TASC is a drug-free workplace.