Director of Residential Services

Job overview

The Director of Residential Services role is onsite in Secaucus, NJ, with compensation not specified. The director oversees CURA’s residential substance use treatment program and its client-centered services. The role exists to manage program operations, staff, and regulatory compliance while maintaining a safe, structured, therapeutic environment. It coordinates clinical, medical, administrative, and external partners to support continuity and quality of care.

What you'll do

• Oversee daily residential program operations and staffing coverage
• supervise clinical and non-clinical staff
• ensure regulatory and licensing compliance
• monitor client care, documentation, and service delivery
• coordinate with medical, clinical, and administrative teams
• address incidents and crises
• participate in hiring, training, evaluations, and discipline
• complete required reports
• and collaborate with external agencies and referral sources.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of residential services

residential treatment

substance use treatment

program operations

staff supervision

client-centered care

regulatory compliance

continuity of care

secaucus nj

cura inc

clinical team

therapeutic environment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

A bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, psychology, or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred. The posting lists CCS and clinical credentials, with LCADC preferred and CADC candidates with significant supervisory experience potentially considered.

About the employer

CURA Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.