Director of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)
Job Description
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Kansas City, MO
The Salvation Army – Adult Rehabilitation Center
Full-Time | Exempt
Salary: $50,000 per year
Job Summary
The Director of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) rehabilitation program in Kansas City, MO. This role is responsible for managing addiction recovery services, counseling programs, staff supervision, compliance, budgeting, and community partnerships while ensuring alignment with The Salvation Army’s Christian mission and values. [Director o...n Services | Word], [DRS Extern...g Template | Word]
This position is ideal for experienced behavioral health leaders or addiction recovery professionals seeking a mission‑driven nonprofit leadership role.
Duties & Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Clinical Oversight
- Provide leadership for residential substance use disorder (SUD) recovery programs
- Oversee individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and beneficiary orientation
- Evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements as needed
- Ensure integration of faith‑based recovery principles with evidence‑based practices
- Collaborate with Operations to integrate work therapy into rehabilitation plans
- Assess beneficiaries’ spiritual needs and facilitate referrals to Chaplain/Administration
Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate documentation and reporting in compliance with Salvation Army ARC policies
- Monitor electronic beneficiary records and data entry for accuracy and timeliness
- Prepare required program reports for administration and grant requirements
- Chair rehabilitation staff and grant meetings
Financial Management
- Participate in annual budget preparation for the program department
- Review monthly expenditures and maintain alignment with approved budgets
Staff Supervision & Development
- Recruit, train, and supervise counseling and rehabilitation staff
- Provide staff training on ARC Program Manual, Beneficiary Handbook, and policies
- Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action when needed
- Manage staffing schedules and approve timecards
- Supervise internship and training programs
Community Engagement
- Build relationships with community agencies for referrals and coordinated care
- Represent The Salvation Army mission in professional and community settings
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, Human Services, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of administrative or leadership experience in addiction services or behavioral health
- Valid driver’s license with ability to qualify for Salvation Army insurance
- Personal commitment to Christian living and belief in spiritual regeneration
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Licensure / Certification
Missouri:
- CADC, CRADC, LPC
Kansas:
- LAC, LCAC, LMSW
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Addiction recovery and substance abuse treatment
- Behavioral health program management
- Trauma‑informed care
- Case management and treatment planning
- Faith‑based counseling integration
- Staff supervision and performance management
- Budget oversight and program reporting
- Regulatory compliance and quality assurance
- Community partnership development
Benefits
- Mission‑driven nonprofit leadership opportunity
- Competitive salary based on experience and licensure
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development and CEU support
- Meaningful work supporting recovery and transformation
Work Environment & Schedule
- Office‑based in a residential rehabilitation center
- Occasional warehouse/store visits (closed‑toe, rubber‑soled shoes required)
- Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Local travel within Kansas and Missouri
- Minimal national travel for training
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Salvation Army encourages applications from U.S. Veterans, justice‑impacted individuals, persons with disabilities, individuals returning to the workforce, and those passionate about recovery ministry.
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