Director - Training Institute (Substance Use/Mental Health) | Richmond Hill, NY - Outreach: Building Healthy Lives : Job Details

Director - Training Institute (Substance Use/Mental Health)

Exciting. High-energy. Rewarding.

Richmond Hill, NY

Salary: $135,000-140,000/yr

Imagine joining a vibrant team where your passion fuels positive change every day! At Outreach, we're not just a leading health and human services provider in NYC and Long Island—we're a community of enthusiastic professionals who thrive on meaningful work, exceptional benefits, and endless opportunities for growth.

Recognized as one of the “Best Companies to Work for in New York” nine times since 2010, we offer a dynamic career ladder, student loan forgiveness programs, and a diverse, inclusive workplace where your impact resonates with clients and communities alike. Ready to love what you do? Take the next step with Outreach as a Training Institute Director for Substance Use and Mental Health, providing leadership and oversight for training operations, focusing on program development, administration, staff management, and external relations.

Outreach cares about YOU—we give you:

• Medical (no deductible or co-pay through non-stop benefits)
• Dental, Vision & Group Life Insurance through CIGNA
• Brilliant Management that Inspires
• Voluntary benefits through AFLAC
• ER Pension contribution, Voluntary TDA 403B contribution
• Direct Deposit (Only 2 days--TD Bank or FourLeaf Federal Credit Union)
• Health & Wellness Program
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare & Dependent care) & Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• CASAC Training – Scholarships & Grants (OTI)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness PSLF Program, or LSWLF Program. NHSCfor eligible NYC clinicians

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Program Development:

• Oversee CASAC program, test prep, and professional training (in-person/virtual).
• Manage Outreach University for staff training to support organizational goals.
• Design tailored training for organizations; expand OTI with new products and curriculum.
• Improve CASAC retention and job placement for low-income/ACCES-VR cohorts.

Administration & Management:

• Ensure OASAS/regulatory compliance.
• Supervise staff, monitor training quality, and manage student processes.
• Oversee grants and pursue new funding; Manage OTI budget.
• Ensure staff efficiency and compliance.
• Increase qualified trainers and deliveries.

External Relations & Marketing:

• Build referral relationships to market programs.
• Address admission issues and monitor demand.
• Represent OTI at conferences/events.

We require:

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or related field (CASAC a plus)
• Minimum two years of management experience and substantial experience as an adult educator
• Proven leadership in program oversight, staff supervision, marketing, and grant management
• Strong background in substance use and mental health treatment, with experience in evidence-based practices preferred
• Knowledge of OASAS programs and CASAC qualifications is desirable
• Strong communication skills, self-driven, results-oriented, and flexible with travel and hours

Outreach: Where Passion Meets Impact. Discover a vibrant, forward-thinking workplace where your career thrives and joy sparks every day.

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